Strict sun avoidance for the first eight weeks after treatment is crucial. YOU WILL BURN AND HYPERPIGMENT IF YOU HAVE DIRECT SUN EXPOSURE. Sun exposure will significantly hinder the healing process after laser resurfacing. If you must go outside, wear a wide brim hat, sunglasses (if you had resurfacing around eyes only), a SPF 50 sunscreen, and stay in the shade. Even after you have healed from your resurfacing procedure, we advise avoiding the sun in order to obtain maximum longevity of your results.