Active FX

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How Long Does Redness Around the Eyes Last After Active FX? 9 answers

I had the Active FX done around my eyes 26 days ago. It is still quite red. There is no scabbing or peeling anymore, just redness. One eye seems to be...
redness under eyes

Active FX Healing- Will the Scratch on my Face Leave a Scar? 6 answers

Hello, my question is: I had Lumenis ActiveFX Fractional C02 Laser done 6 days ago and am noticing as my skin is fading from the overall redness, I am...
healing scar scratching

PIH Post-Active FX 5 answers

8-9 weeks post active fx, with no pre-treatment, have developed PIH on both cheeks. I am light skinned, a touch of olive. Compounded 8%...
cheeks PIH

How to Stop the Irritation and Itching After Active FX? 4 answers

I'm on day 4, still very red & swollen. Feels like someone is going over my face with a barbwire rolling pin. I'm taking 800 mg of Advil every 8...
Advil irritation itchy skin

Active FX for Acne and Redness After Thermage and Fraxel? 4 answers

I have acne scars on my cheeks and redness. I have had Thermage and 1 Fraxel treatment on my face with minimal results. Would I be a canidate for the...
acne scars cheeks combination

What is the Best Sunscreen to Use After Active Fx? 4 answers

I have hair fair freckled skin that is susceptible to breakouts. What is the best spf to use a week after active fx procedure?
face sun protection

How Long Do I Have to Wait After Active Fx to Have Ipl Treatment on Broken Capillaries? 4 answers

face female

Active FX Side Effects - is It Normal to Have Brown Dots the Day After Treatment? 2 answers

I had Activefx yesterday and have brown dots all over my face today. Is this normal? Thanks
brown spots side effects

Painful Neck and Jawline After Total FX 2 answers

I had Total FX (Total FX and Deep FX) with 20% Deep FX around eyes, mouth, and chin. Today is day 3, and my jaw line and neck are burning, feels hot...
jaw line neck pain

No Results from Active FX 2 answers

I'm 51, and I had Active FX in December 2008 on my face and neck. I was looking for results on neck and lower face mostly, but I had very little...
age 45-54 face neck no change no results results

Active FX 6 Days Ago and my Face is Dark Red, with Dark Red Lines, I'm Terrified! 2 answers

I saw my doctor on day 3; my neck is healing nicely, but my face is really scaring me. He gave me Locoid Lipocream and Prednisone, 3 days later and...
face lines redness scared

What Would Cause Active FX for Fine Lines to Be Ineffective? 2 answers

Yesterday, I had ACTIVE FX on my face and neck. Today my eyes are slightly swollen and my face not really that red. However, my neck is very red. I am...
fine line

How Long Do I Have to Wait to Exercise After Active Fx? 2 answers

I am scheduled to get my entire face and neck receive an Active FX treatment. I am also receiving some light Smartlipo on my neck. How long will I...
exercise face neck

Can I Have an Active FX Treatment for the 3rd Time ? 2 answers

I've had 2 times an active fx ( combined with just partially a deep fx) treatment under my eyes, two years ago the first one, and one year ago the...
candidate multiple risk under eyes

Post Active FX Regimen? 1 answer

 I had this procedure done a week ako, and my doctor insists on putting Vitamin C Serum on the face at least twice a day, beginning with the day...
recovery skin care

Washing Face with Hydrogen Peroxide and Water After Active FX? 1 answer

I just realized that the slight infected smell is coming from my cheeks and I can't reach my doctor right now--perhaps not for the whole weekend.I...
infection redness

Active FX- I'm Terrified Something Went Wrong! What's happening? 1 answer

It's 10 days later and my face is pitch red, with deep red cracks, around my eyes have what look like sun blisters (white hard bumps). My skin...
face female

When to Apply Hydroquinone Cream After Active FX? 1 answer

I just received the Active FX treatment. Do I start the hydroquinone cream right away or should I wait 5 days for my skin to heal first? Thank you.
healing

Day 3 After ActiveFX. Very Itchy, Hot, Have Bumps Under my Skin - Is This Normal? 1 answer

I am day 3 following an active fx treatment. The procedure went fine and the first two days were what I expected. Last night I woke up with very...
bumps chest face itchy neck normal

Sitting Outside in Complete Shade After Active FX 1 answer

Is it okay for me to sit outside in the complete shade after getting Active FX 2 days ago?

I Had Active Fx on my Legs to Remove Brown Spots and It's Taking a Long Time to Heal? Why 1 answer

6 weeks ago I had spots on my legs and arms and they used deep fx. Don't know what density. I still have spots from the laser. How long should it...
brown spots healing legs

Bug-bite Sized Welts After Active FX 1 answer

Hello, I had Active FX 3 weeks ago and now my skin is breaking out in large painful welts, similar to bug bites. Is this normal? I am scared and I...
side effects skin

How Can I Get Rid of Severe Hyperpigmentation After Active FX? 1 answer

I had Active FX done on my upper thighs for stretch marks. The Dr. guaranteed that I would be ok after 3 months. 7 months have passed and my skin is...
hyperpigmentation options

Crepey Skin and Enlarged Pores After Active FX

I had Active FX (only) done in October last year. My skin looked good except I had eye crepe under my eyes. Now I have huge pores on my nose and...
side effects

Suggestions for Avoiding Active FX Side Effects?

I was sent home with a tube of Aquaphor with a follow up appointment in two weeks after Active FX.Is there anything that I can do, e.g. supplements,...

Swelling After Active FX

How long does your face stay swollen after you have active fx done? It's been 4 days and my eyes are still pretty swollen.  
face swelling

Dermatologist to Perform Active FX?

Can a dermatologist perform Total FX (Active FX and Deep FX) as well as a plastic surgeon? Can they get as good of an effect without using a nerve...

What Can I Do for Scarring Under Lower Eyelid Due to Laser Resurfacing?

Hello I am 41 years old had laser resurfacing a year ago. I had Active FX. It made my eyes look lumpy, darker and more sunk there is also a white line...
age 35-44 scar sunken under eyes

What Are the Best Creams to Use After Active FX So That I Can Keep the Great Results?

Post-ActiveFX Coverage for Men ... What Type of 'Makeup' or Other is Recommended?

I had a fullface op 3 days ago & gave myself 10 full days for downtime recovery. However, I am thinking that the pinkness will be very noticeable,...
3 days post-op makeup male redness

How Long Do I Have to Wait After Active Fx to Have Laser Hair Removal?

I had active fx on my face and neck a week ago. I would like laser hair removal on my chin and neck before my wedding in 6 months. Would this be possible?
chin combination face neck wait

How Do I Correct Scarring Caused by Deep and Active FX?

I had Deep and Active FX done nearly 3 years ago and have had nothing but trouble ever since. I have stripes on both sides of my face, additional...
3 days post-op indentation options pigmentation stripes

Scarring After Active Fx for Stretch Marks

Hello, i had a session of active fx for pregnancy stretch marks on flanks, lower back and thighs and I was left with severe scarring. 4 days after the...
4 days post-op options scarring stretch marks
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