So its easier for the average patient to keep an area covered during the winter versus the summer.
After a laser session, Dr. Kwan says the area should remain covered for one to two weeks.
Patients often will get irritation from the adhesive from the bandaid or the tape theyre using, he says.

If its hot out, youre not going to want to wear long clothes.
How long you keep it covered depends on your skin tone.
Know that once you start the process, youre in it for the long haul.

board-certified dermatologist practicing both medical and cosmetic dermatology
It really does take a good year or two for it to fade.
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