Some laser treatments come with downtime and a recovery period, but many do not. The amount of downtime associated with laser treatments varies and highly depends upon several factors, such as: ● The type of laser treatment ● The conditions being addressed ● The intensity of the laser used ● The overall health of the patient ● If any underlying medical conditions are present, Some laser treatments, such as laser skin resurfacing, can cause minor skin irritation, resulting in mild side effects such as burning, redness, itchiness, bumps, and rashes. However, many laser treatments are a lot more delicate than skin resurfacing, as they do not require ablation of the skin’s surface. Treatments like laser facial rejuvenation, which tighten the skin and mimic the effects of a facelift, do not come with any downtime, so patients can resume their everyday activities without delay.