Living in Southwest Florida means near-constant sunshine, and while that is part of what makes this such a wonderful place to call home, it also means our skin takes on a lot of UV exposure every summer. If you are noticing new sun spots, uneven tone or rougher texture now that the season is winding down, fall is the perfect time to start repairing the damage before it becomes more permanent.
Why Fall Is the Best Time to Treat Sun Damage
Many of the most effective treatments for sun damage also make your skin more sensitive to sunlight during the healing process. With UV intensity starting to ease and more of us spending less time poolside, fall gives your skin the ideal window to heal properly between treatments.
Our team will help you choose the best skin treatments for sun damage for your specific needs, but below are a few of the most popular.
Morpheus8
For sun damage that has affected skin texture and firmness, not just tone, Morpheus8 RF Microneedling combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to stimulate collagen production at a deeper level than surface treatments alone.
Most of our Sarasota microneedling patients see optimal results after a series of 2 to 4 sessions spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart. Any redness or swelling typically settles within a day or two, so it is easy to work into your routine without extended downtime.
HydraFacial®
If you want visible improvement with essentially no downtime, HydraFacial® MD cleanses, exfoliates and hydrates in a single session, making it a great option for women and men easing back into a regular skincare routine after a busy summer.
Because the treatment is fully customizable, we can add boosters like brightening or hydrating serums based on what your skin needs after summer, and most people choose to maintain their glow with a monthly visit.
DiamondGlow®
For those who want a bit more exfoliation than a HydraFacial provides, DiamondGlow® uses a diamond-tip wand to resurface the skin while simultaneously infusing it with serums tailored to your specific concerns, including hyperpigmentation.
Since the serum is tailored to your skin at each visit – whether that means extra hydration, brightening or pore-cleansing – results tend to build with monthly treatments rather than a single session.
Medical-Grade Skincare
Beyond in-office treatments, fall is also a great time to reassess your daily skincare routine. Many of our patients find that fall is the ideal season to introduce a stronger retinoid or vitamin C serum, since the reduced sun intensity lowers the risk of irritation compared to using these products during peak summer months.
Protecting Your Investment Year-Round
Whichever treatments you choose this fall, daily sunscreen remains the single most important habit for protecting your results, even on cloudy days or when you are not spending extended time outdoors. We are happy to walk through medical-grade sun protection options during your visit so your results last well beyond the season.
Schedule Your Consultation
Sun damage tends to compound year over year if left untreated, so addressing it now rather than waiting until next spring can mean better results with less intensive treatment down the road.
If you’re ready to repair the effects of a sunny Sarasota summer, contact us online or call Sarasota Facial Aesthetics at 941-955-8384 to schedule your consultation today.