As soon as the sun loses its intensity in autumn, a window of opportunity opens for the skin that many patients leave unused. This article shows which dermatological treatments at DECAMED and DECASPA are particularly sensible now, and how you can optimally support the results at home with DECALYS Medical skincare, developed by the same dermatologist.
Why is autumn the best time for peels, laser treatments, and scar treatments?
In autumn, UV intensity decreases significantly, which reduces the risk of pigment spots and complications following laser or peel treatments. The skin can regenerate undisturbed without intense sunlight interfering with the healing process. This is why dermatologists consider autumn an ideal window of time for procedures where the results only become visible after several weeks.
Quick Facts
- Lower UV risk: Reduced sun intensity significantly lowers the risk of hyperpigmentation after laser and peel treatments.
- Sufficient maturation time: Results from lasers, microneedling, or scar treatments usually take 6 to 12 weeks to be fully visible, leaving enough time before the next summer season.
- Aftercare is decisive: The right skincare in the first few days and weeks after treatment is a key factor in determining the final result.
Table of Contents
- DECAMED, DECASPA and DECALYS: one signature, a common path
- Less UV radiation, more room for maneuver for the skin
- Which autumn treatments at DECAMED and DECASPA are sensible now
- The right aftercare: DECALYS Medical after every treatment
- Timing: When to start with which skincare?
- Conclusion
- FAQs
DECAMED, DECASPA and DECALYS: one signature, a common path
DECAMED, DECASPA and DECALYS are not three separate providers, but three stages of the same concept, developed and managed by Dr. med. Valérie Enderlin. All three share a literal roof at Feldeggstrasse 69 in Zurich's Seefeld district. On the ground floor is the DECASPA Medical Beauty Institute, and one floor above is the DECAMED Skin and Laser Center. Anyone who wishes can combine an appointment directly with a medical-aesthetic consultation from the medical team, without having to change clinics.
DECALYS, in turn, is not a licensed third-party brand but the care line Dr. Enderlin developed herself, born out of years of clinical experience with exactly the patients treated at DECAMED or DECASPA. Diagnosis and treatment, cosmetic complements and aftercare therefore follow the same medical logic rather than three different philosophies.
In practice, this means:
|
Station |
Role |
Responsibility |
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DECAMED |
Medical diagnosis & treatment |
Dermatology, dermatosurgery, laser, scar treatments |
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DECASPA |
Cosmetic-medical supplementation |
Facials, device-based treatments, microneedling |
|
DECALYS |
Aftercare & daily skincare |
Home skincare developed by Dr. Enderlin |
Less UV radiation, more room to act for your skin
After a laser, medical acid peel, or scar treatment, the treated skin is significantly more photosensitive than usual for several weeks. If intense summer sun hits freshly treated skin during this phase, the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation increases noticeably, a connection that is also documented in controlled clinical studies on laser treatments (Source).
In autumn and winter, this risk is largely eliminated. At the same time, there remains sufficient time for visible results to fully mature by the next summer. For example, anyone who has a fractional laser treatment in October will benefit from smoother, firmer skin by spring, completely without the restrictions of summer aftercare.
Which autumn treatments at DECAMED and DECASPA are sensible now
At DECAMED, the Skin and Laser Center run by Dr. med. Valérie Enderlin in Zurich, and at DECASPA Medical Beauty, the focus in autumn is particularly on the following treatments:
|
Treatment |
Practice |
Ideal for |
Typical aftercare |
|
DECAMED |
Wrinkles, acne scars, uneven skin texture |
Soothing & barrier protection, 1 to 2 weeks |
|
|
DECAMED & DECASPA |
Blemishes, pigment spots, fine lines |
Hydration & soothing, 3 to 7 days |
|
|
DECAMED |
Spider veins on legs, covered up during summer |
Cooling & soothing, a few days |
|
|
DECAMED |
Droopy eyelids, tired-looking eyes |
Scar care, 8 to 12 weeks |
|
|
DECAMED |
Conspicuous or bothersome moles |
Scar care, 8 to 12 weeks |
|
|
DECASPA |
Skin texture, pores, minor scars |
Hydration & regeneration, 3 to 5 days |
Since the autumn sun is significantly weaker, the sensitive post-treatment phase can be managed in this season without major restrictions in everyday life.
The right aftercare. DECALYS Medical after every treatment
Every professional treatment is only as good as its aftercare. DECALYS Medical was specifically developed by Dr. Enderlin to support the skin during this exact sensitive phase. Important for the recommendation: Two of the four products are limited to a specific area of the body, LE GEL for the face, CICAFILM for the body.
|
Product |
Area |
Official indication |
Typical use after treatment |
|
Face & Body |
Irritated, reddened skin, minor skin damage, abrasions, sunburn, after laser treatments, after shaving |
Redness and irritation after laser, peel, or sclerotherapy |
|
|
Face only |
Fresh scars on the face after stitch removal, shaving cuts, acne scars, ideal after facial procedures (e.g., eyelids, tumors) |
After eyelid lift or tumor removal on the face |
|
|
Body only |
Body scars after suture removal, ideal for C-sections, mole removals, joint surgeries; prevention of hypertrophic scars and keloids |
After mole removal or tumor surgery on the body |
|
|
Face & body |
Healed, older scars (over 2 months), raised/reddened scars, prevention and treatment of stretch marks, ideal before, during, and after pregnancy |
Aftercare for older scars, supportive massage |
In addition, the following applies to all four products: During the healing phase after laser treatment, a peel, or surgery, the treated skin is significantly more sensitive to UV radiation. Consistent, high-level sun protection complements skin care during this time, regardless of the chosen product.
LE BAUME soothes after laser, peels, and scar treatments
According to its product indication, LE BAUME is expressly intended for use after laser treatments as well as for irritated, reddened skin. It is therefore also suitable as a primary care product following a medical acid peel or scar treatment, as soon as the skin shows signs of redness or a slight feeling of tightness.
LE GEL for fresh scars after facial procedures
For facial procedures, such as eyelid lifts or the removal of a tumor from the face, LE GEL is used after suture removal. The silicone gel is specifically developed for fresh facial scars and shaving injuries and is intentionally not recommended for body scars.
CICAFILM for C-sections, mole removal, and joint surgeries
CICAFILM is the appropriate product for body scars, such as those resulting from mole removal, joint surgery, or a C-section. According to international expert society recommendations for scar management, medical silicone is considered the gold standard among non-invasive procedures (source) and can thus support the prevention of hypertrophic, proliferative scars and keloids—an aspect that is particularly relevant for larger procedures.
LA POMMADE for older scars and the prevention of stretch marks
As soon as a scar is older than two months or appears raised or reddened, LA POMMADE complements skin care with gentle massage. The product is also expressly suitable for the prevention and treatment of stretch marks on the breasts and abdomen, making it ideal for use before, during, and after pregnancy.
Timing: When to start which care?
|
Timing |
Measure |
|
Days 0 to 3 |
Only medically prescribed wound care, e.g., LE BAUME for redness and tightness, on the face and body. Also immediately after laser treatments. |
|
After wound closure / suture removal |
LE GEL for facial scars, CICAFILM for body scars |
|
Daily throughout the healing phase |
Consistent, high-level sun protection on the treated area |
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From month 2 |
LA POMMADE with gentle massage for older, raised, or reddened scars |
Conclusion
Autumn is not a pause for the skin, but rather the ideal time to address long-planned treatments. Decreasing UV intensity reduces the risk of pigmentation disorders, while there is enough time for full regeneration before the next summer.
Treatment success is determined not by three different locations with three different philosophies, but along a single, consistent concept: diagnosis and treatment at DECAMED, cosmetic augmentation at DECASPA, and daily aftercare with DECALYS Medical—all under the professional guidance of Dr. Valérie Enderlin. With the appropriate care, you can specifically accompany this process and support the healthiest, most inconspicuous skin appearance possible.
Which treatment suits your skin? Schedule a no-obligation consultation at DECAMED or DECASPA and receive a suitable DECALYS care recommendation for aftercare directly on-site.
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Sources
Mustoe TA et al.: International Clinical Recommendations on Scar Management. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2002. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12142678
Randomized controlled trial on post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation after laser treatment, Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2024. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39265567
