I typically tell my patients to stay away from mirrors for the first week after an ablative laser procedure. You can expect to look like you have a very bad sunburn. Your face will be bright red and swollen, and the damaged skin on the surface is going to peel off. This is what we want as it will reveal the fresh, youthful looking skin beneath. However, it is a process. And for a while, you will look kind of scary. But my patients find the end result to be well worth it. Furthermore, I will send you home with clear instructions on how to get the best result, and my office is always available to answer any questions.