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

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...

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No Results from Active FX

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...

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

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...

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

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...

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What is the Best Sunscreen to Use After Active Fx?

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

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Is the Active Fx Procedure Painful?

I am considering the Active FX. I do not have much sun damage and am very sensitive to the sun. I am anxious about the procedure. My Dr. says it is...

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Does Active FX Help Build Collagen over Time?

I'm a 52 year old woman and had a facelift about 5 years ago and was thrilled with the results. I am now looking for "maintance" and would...

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

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...

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Is It Safe to Have Active FX on the Face of a 67 Year Old Woman?

Is It Safe to Have Active FX on the Face of a 67 Year Old Woman?

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Deep FX Laser Followed by Active FX to Face and Neck. How Much Pain Will I be in?

I am having deep FX followed by Active FX to my face and neck by the esthetician. How much pain will I have during and after? Is this safe to have...

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