Skin & Laser
Quick answerAfter BBL, skin is usually pink and warm for a few hours. Brown spots darken and look like coffee grounds, then flake off over 5 to 10 days; don't pick them. Use a gentle cleanser and moisturiser, avoid sun, heat and exfoliating products, and wear SPF 50 every day.
Key facts
| First hours | Pinkness and warmth |
|---|---|
| Days 1 to 3 | Spots darken |
| Days 5 to 10 | Spots flake off |
| Sun | Avoid for 2 weeks; SPF 50 daily |
| Heat and exercise | Avoid for 24 to 48 hours |
| Retinoids and acids | Pause 3 to 5 days after |
What's normal
- Redness and a sunburn-like warmth for a few hours
- Brown spots turning darker and slightly raised
- Mild swelling, especially after treatment for redness or veins
- Spots flaking off within about a week
Aftercare
- Cool the skin with a clean, cool compress if it feels warm
- Use a gentle cleanser and a plain moisturiser
- Don't scrub, pick or exfoliate flaking spots
- Avoid saunas, hot showers and intense exercise for 24 to 48 hours
- Mineral make-up is usually fine the next day if the skin is intact
Sun after BBL
Treated skin is sensitive to sun and can darken. Avoid direct sun for 2 weeks and use SPF 50 daily. See can I tan before and after BBL?
When to contact us
Message or call us if you notice blistering, crusting, increasing pain or patches of lighter or darker skin.
Questions people ask
Why did my spots get darker after BBL?
That is expected: the pigment rises to the surface before it flakes away.
When can I wear make-up?
Usually the next day, if there is no blistering.
When is my next session?
Usually about 4 weeks later; your plan is confirmed at the clinic.
This page is for general information and does not replace a medical consultation. Suitability, results and the number of sessions vary from person to person and are confirmed by our physician before treatment.
