Fraxel Laser and After procedure Q & A

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Usual setting for Fraxel Restore?

I have completed two Fraxel Restore sessions for facial scars, but I still have many scars on my face. The setting used on me was 45 mjoules. Is this enough, or too low? What is the usual setting for this...
Asked by gigolo2002ph | 11 days ago | 4 Answers

Does Tazorac help with collagen rebuilding after Fraxel?

Will Tazorac help with collagen rebuilding after Fraxel procedure, just as they say Retin-A does? If so, how is it...
Asked by rber43 | 21 days ago | 2 Answers

Is it common to get cold sores after a Fraxel treatment?

I suffered from a severe cold sore outbreak on my upper lip after my first (and probably only) Fraxel treatment. I've never experienced a cold sore ever before. Is this a common side effect? Why now after a Fraxel...
Asked by cpt | 22 days ago | 3 Answers

Can concealers and foundation be used to cover discolorations after Fraxel treatment?

I had Fraxel done a few days ago, and I need to go back to work soon. Can I use concealers and foundation to cover up the brown discoloration due to the...
Asked by luicfc | 29 days ago | 4 Answers

Lumpy skin after Fraxel

It has been 4 weeks after my first Fraxel session, and my right cheek is discolored and has gone all lumpy under my skin. What are these lumps and how long will it take for this to go...
Asked by harjSANGHA | 34 days ago | 1 Answer

Is it ok to exfoliate a few days after having Fraxel?

I used an exfoliate this morning. My skin still feels the same. Is that going to hurt my outcome from Fraxel?? Also is it normal to have a few breakouts and what can I do to prevent this? I thought the heat from the laser would kill the...
Asked by ashley54 | 93 days ago | 3 Answers

Has anyone experienced a crusty brown scabbing after Fraxel?

I got fraxel laser done on my entire face on Friday morning, it is Sunday afternoon and I still have extensive swelling all over my face, but more concerning to me is that my whole face has turned a crusty brown colour and is one big scab. ...
Asked by trin7 | 43 days ago | 3 Answers

Is it normal for whitish bumps and little blisters to surface after undergoing Fraxel Restore?

Numerous small, whitish bumps appeared approximately twelve hours after I underwent Fraxel Restore Treatment, mainly on my chin and lower cheek area. I was wondering what they are and if I could avoid getting them on my next treatment....
Asked by cutetomato | 84 days ago | 3 Answers

Can I sunbathe after Fraxel laser treatments or will my skin be too sensitive?

After fraxel re-store treatment how sensitive is to the sun? planning on doing the re-store treatment my main concern now is would I be able to sun bathing?   Editor's Note: Find out more about...
Asked by KarenP | 90 days ago | 2 Answers

How long do Fraxel side effects last?

I had co2 fraxel 5 days ago and am bright red. I believe I have peeled all the skin off, but now I notice my skin is not porus and is rough. Will it soften over time? How long do these side effects...
Asked by pete | 89 days ago | 1 Answer

Fraxel side effects - Are broken capillaries and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) permanent?

After 5 fraxel treatments I have PIH and broken capillaries. Is this permanent? The PIH has been treated with a 6-week regimen of Tx skin care products with 4% hydroquinone. I now see the broken capillaries underlying the faded PIH...
Asked by JGS | 51 days ago | 0 Answers

How can I get rid of hyper & hypopigmentation after fraxel?

I had fraxel in November 2007, which consisted of five sessions, between each one a whole month. It was very hot and my skin got burned. The color of my skin has now changed and I have both dark and light spots appearing. What can I do to get...
Asked by huda | 47 days ago | 0 Answers

Fraxel, Active FX, and Deep FX on child's facial scars

My daughter has two facial scars from accidents. She is only 10 years old, but being a girl, with her self-conscious years ahead, I thought she should have some laser treatments to help the appearance of the scars. The scars are not raised,...
Asked by ASW123 | 35 days ago | 1 Answer

Fraxel Repair - How long does it take for skin redness to disappear?

Fraxel Repair 2 weeks in, redness not abating as quickly as I'd like. Had this thing done about 2 weeks ago - exactly 2 weeks to the day now - and my nasal region (nasal bridge) down to nose area is very very red. I'm getting quite...
Asked by sydney_domomo | 103 days ago | 1 Answer

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