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

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...

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Washing Face with Hydrogen Peroxide and Water After Active FX?

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...

1 doctor answer

Effective Settings for Active FX and Deep FX or Total FX?

Can someone please explain the settings that are used for Active FX and Deep FX? My MD used 17 mJ at a density of 1 (size 7) for my neck and 22.5 mJ...

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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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Black Dots and Raw Red Skin After CO2 Active FX. What Do You Recommend?

What should I apply to my raw red skin? I'm five days post co2 active fx. I am currently applying cortisone and barrier cream. Can I wear a good...

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Active FX and Chemical Peel for Acne and Hypertrophic Scars?

I have red acne scars on my face, on the areas where I shave. When I turn my face to the side, that area would make lines due to loss of tissue. On...

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,...

I Am 16 Days Post Op from Active FX and Remain to Be Extremely Red With, Red Striations Throughout my Face?

I am 16 days post op from Active FX. My face remains to be extremely red, with red striations throughout my face. Some of the scratch/lines appear to...

Brown Spots, Redness, Uneven Skin and Clogged Pored After Active Fx? (photo)

I did active FX 4 wks ago but at wk 4 my cheeks are still red, skin feels uneven and sandie to the touch; worst is the uneven skin color, lots of...

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