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Fraxel pigmentation side effects 2 answers

I had three fraxel treatments done starting february, march, and april - all went well - but last month i noticed spots on the sides of my cheeks -...

Becker's Nevus treatment by Fraxel laser?

Has Fraxel re:pair been used on Becker's Nevus yet. I know in that other lasers in the past have not been very successful as it usually returns after...

What's the best minimally-invasive treatment for hyperpigmentation caused by chemical peels? 3 answers

What is the best treatment for hyperpigmentation? I just did a TCA 20% chemical peel about 2 weeks ago and now how really bad hyperpigmentation in the...

Treatment for facial brown spots? 5 answers

Over the last 1-2 years, I have developed two brown patches under my eyes, one large patch on my forehead and one on the top of my nose. After being...

Best treatment for under-eye blood vessels and pigmentation? 1 answer

I wanted to know which treatment is the most effective in removing blood vessels under the eye area as well as pigmentation? I have had laser...

Does Cosmelan work on melasma? 2 answers

I am looking for information regarding melasma and Cosmelan. What are the results like? Thanks!

Will a burn from a 20% TCA Chemical Peel cause scarring? 4 answers

Can a 20% TCA peel cause permanent pigmentation discoloration? If it burns will it scar?

Do Gemini laser treatments get rid of freckles? 1 answer

Hi, i am so happy to have stumbled onto this site, i cannot believe your generosity with answering so many questions..... amazing.... my personal...

Fraxel Laser to treat hypopigmentation and hyperpigmentation? 3 answers

I had Laser surgery to treat hyperpigmentation. Now, I have hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation. I have an appointment for an consult coming up...

Most effective treatment to even out skin tone? 1 answer

I am a 39-year-old female and I'm interested to know what latest treatment the doctors would recommend for a smoother, more even-toned facial skin? In...

Are lasers used to treat Poikiloderma of Civatte? 1 answer

Can Fraxel Repair be used on Poikiloderma of Civatte?

Will pigmentation in mole recur after IPL? 1 answer

I had IPL about two weeks ago. I have a small, slightly raised facial mole that was pigmented and removed after my second treatment. It went from...

IPL or Photofacial for upper lip pigmentation? 1 answer

A couple of years ago, I noticed that the area above my upper lip was a shade darker than the rest of my face. I've been better about staying away...

Is hyperpigmentation after Chemical peel common? 3 answers

After 4 weeks from a medium Chemical Peel, I'm starting to get large brownish, grayish spots all over my face. I've done everything including using...

Selsun Blue Shampoo for dark forehead patch?

I have a dark patch on my forehead. I got it after vacationing in Maui. I have tried everything from laser treatments to skin lightening creams. The...

Will Mederma help with hyperpigmentation after cryotherapy? 1 answer

I have some dark pigmentation after I had some cryotherapy done. Will Mederma help fade the pigmentation or is there something better?

Treatment for upper lip pigmentation?

Above my upper lip, I have brown pigmentation which I never had before. It looks like a mustache. What hyperpigmentation treatment options do I have...

Proper treatment of hyperpigmentation after IPL? 1 answer

On my second IPL treatment, my left and right cheeks got burned. The doctor told me to apply some steroid cream. After 2 weeks, part of my cheek...

Is IPL really a solution for everything? 1 answer

IPL is often marketed as a solution for everything; pigmentation problems, hair removal, acne as well as minor breakouts, scars of all types, fine...


Restylane for hollows in lateral part of eye orbit? 7 answers

I'm South Asian and have inherited dark hollows around my eyes. There's little collagen so the skin is thin and also dark pigmented. I'm 19 and...

Treatment to lighten eyelids after Eyelid surgery? 2 answers

In reference to my review above, I had upper Eyelid surgery 4 months ago. Problem is, I have dark pigment on both sides of the incisions. Scar aids...

when I should start thinking of doing skin rejuvenation? 1 answer

I'm a woman my age is 33 years. I have white skin and I have a little sun spots on my cheecks and pegmentation. and I have three three acnes around my...

Microdermabrasion skin care for 32 year old 1 answer

I have sun damage, crows feet, and a dark shadow on my mustache area (upper lip) that when ever I am out in the sun it gets darker. I have big problem...

Chemical Peel for tanned skin? 2 answers

I am 23 years old with light/medium wheat skin. Last summer in July, I got a tan, and it has been 9 months and I can still see the remains on it on my...

How to fix pigmentation caused by Juvederm? 1 answer

I had Juvederm injected in under eye area. I requested no numbing but the PS insisted on using an injectible block. This along with the Juvederm...

Obagi products for South Asians? 2 answers

I live in Karachi, Pakistan. Is it safe to use Obagi products here in this part of world on my skin type? I have skin discoloration and pigmentation....

Fraxel Laser and Active FX for olive skin? 2 answers

I am doing loads of research and getting more and more confused about lasers such as Fraxel and ActiveFX. I have olive skin and want fix sun damage,...

Little improvement from TCA Peel and Salicylic Peel 2 answers

I had a 7% TCA Peel and 2% Salicylic Peel 2 weeks ago to remove pigmentation caused by sun damage. The skin is peeling well, but so far I see little...

Options for sun damage, hyperpigmentation and scarring? 1 answer

I have horrible sun damage and skin pigmentation problems on my legs and arms. I am so embarrased by all this. I have been to local doctors who...

How does Latisse change the eye color? 1 answer

One of the side effects of Latisse is increased brown pigmentation of the colored part of the eye which is likely to be permanent. Is that because...

How to get rid of pigmentation from Botox treatment? 3 answers

After I did Botox it resulted in a new pigmentation. How can I get rid of it? By the way I have brown skin.

Ulcerated scars and hyperpigmentation after Sclerotherapy 1 answer

I had multiple clusters of spider veins on my legs. Doctor performed sclerotherapy. All he used to find my veins was a regular light. Ended up going...

TCA Peel strength to use on scars and under eye? 1 answer

I have 3 small areas I want to peel and I plan on using TCA Peel. Area 1 is an old burn scar. Area 2 is under my right eye, which is ...

Fraxel Laser for pigmentation from Juvederm? 1 answer

I had Juvederm 6 weeks ago and have white bumps and blue eyes and am more puffy and now have pigmentation. Will Fraxel Laser help to alleviate the...

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...

Is biafine an effective treatment for melasma?

I had an IPL 6 weeks ago for melasma, and got severe burns. I have hyperpigmentation badly on one cheek from this and am wondering if this will go...

Will Photofacials do anything for the fine lines around the eyes? 4 answers

I have fine lines around the eyes and already use Botox there. I would like to smooth them out and even out my skin tone/pigmentation. Will a series...

Laser treatment for dermatosa papulosa nigra?

I'm an Asian with Fitzpatrick scale IV-V skin type. I have several tiny brown spots (dermatosa papulosa nigra) on my cheeks, one side of the neck, and...

Risk of pigmentation after Erbium and Pixel Laser treatments?

I'm Asian male, skin type IV, with acne scars. My doctor said he would give me 1 Erbium laser treatment and 2 or 3 Pixel Laser treatments.He said...

Safe to have Microdermabrasion while on Roaccutane? 1 answer

I have been on Roaccutane 6/7 months ago. Will microdermabrasion be safe to use to remove the brown spots/pigmentation on my cheeks?

Can any Laser treatment help get rid of brown stripe on forehead? 1 answer

I have a brown stripe (1-2 inches wide) on the right side of my forehead, from the hairline down to the eyebrow. According to the description of...

Can Latisse seep into eyes while sleeping? 1 answer

I have brown eyes which I do not want to darken. If I follow the Latisse instructions carefully, is there still a risk of darkening pigmentation? Can...

Comparison of SmartXide with other lasers?

How is SmartXide comparable to the Starluxe 2940 and the other fractionated lasers like ReFirme Laser, Affirm Laser, etc.? Are they basically...

Laser hair removal for fair skinned Indian? 1 answer

I'm a British Indian guy with unsightly hair on face on the upper cheeks.  I have fair skin for an Indian as I live in England so sun exposure is...

Are there products or treatments to increase melanin production?

Are there treatments out there or products available to increase the melanin production of your skin?

Treatments for Pregnancy mask?

I am an Asian with a fair complexion. I used to have very good skin. But during my 2nd pregnancy, I developed the pregnancy mask. I have many light...

Treatment options Becker's Nevus?

Hi: I am a 33 year-old Indian male currently living in Chicago, IL. I have a beckers nevus on my right shoulder since age 14. I am serious about...

Gemini Laser to lighten pigmentation marks or flat moles?

I have a couple of small flat moles of my face that I am self conscious about. I was wondering, is it possible to lighten them with Gemini laser...

Does Fraxel work on mild burn scars under eyes? 1 answer

I have scars (only mild or 1st degree) from burns under the eyes, and was wondering, if Fraxel Repair or Restore would help remove the scars? If so,...

Laser treatment or chemical peels for buttocks? 1 answer

I have scars, stretch marks and pigmentation on my hips. My buttocks appear very dark as compared to the color of the rest of my body. I'm so...

How can different types of pigmentation be treated?

My doctor said Pixel Laser could be used, but wouldn't do much for my scars. The Erbium Laser is powerful and could create pigmentation. Are there...

Is treatment necessary for acne scar appearing like broken capillaries? 1 answer

I am concerned with an acne scar I have on my cheek, just below my eye. It looks more like broken capillaries than the darker pigmentation I usually...

Best treatment for uneven skin pigmentation due to vitiligo? 1 answer

I have vitiligo and at one point had a laser treatment named B-clear. The colour did come back, but not evenly. My facial skin is a combination of...

What really works in improving skin discolorations?

My skin has improved dramatically over the last 6-8 months, but I still have red and brown pigmentation in certain areas of my face. I'm wondering,...

Correcting pigmentation for patient with Addison's disease?

My forehead and area on the corners of my lips are getting darker and darker day by day and my facial hairs are getting thicker with passage of time.I...

How to fade pigmentation from Laser Hair Removal? 2 answers

I had my Laser Hair Removal 3 weeks ago, but my legs are now full with mix hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation. I am worried and want to ask what...

Getting rid of red pigmentation on pale skin?

I have a naturally pale complexion with (much too) often, red pigments skin. Is there anything I can do to get rid of the red pigmentation? I've tried...

Best laser for hair removal and pigmentation? 1 answer

I get a horrible pigmentation on my arms after any form of hair removal. Is there any laser or other treatment that can help me get rid of the...

Does laser treatment worsen the appearance of birthmark?

I have avery large cafe au lait birthmark on my neck, I was considering laser treatment but then I was told that this treatment will only make it look...

Laser treatment to remove cafe au lait birthmark?

I have a very large cafe au lait birthmark on my neck. I was told before. I should not consider Laser treatment as this would only lead to scarring...

Best prevention and treatment for keloid prone skin?

This is my history.I have a Keloid prone skin. Help please! My problems are Keloid on my arm and dark circles due to pigmentation. These are the...

Procedure to lighten pigmentation and improve complexion?

I used a home peeling kit to eliminate pigmentation which I bought in Singapore. The pigmentation came back worse, adding a dark patch along the top...

How effective is Swiss Plasma Laser?

I would like to know if the Swiss plasma laser technique is a good option. At their clinics, they offer either the Plasma Regeneration procedure or a ...

Treatment for stretch marks, scars, and pigmentation on hips and buttocks?

My entire buttocks and hips have stretch marks, scars, and dark pimentation. This problem has been existent since my puberty days. The skin on this...

How to remove a pigmented birthmark on cheek? 2 answers

I have a birthmark on my right cheek. I don't know what kind of birthmark is that but it looks like a pigmentation. How can I remove it?

How will olive skin react to laser treatment?

I heard laser treatment can cause dark pigmentation on olive skin. Is this true? Thanks!

What could these white spots on my face be?

Over the past year, I have developed loss of pigmentation or white spots on my face. I have been to countless dermatologist who all give me different...

Does flip-top pigment transplantation work to repigment skin?

I just read that it's a procedure which could fix my specific issue, hopefully a doctor could confirm the 'validity' of this procedure and whether or...

Best treatment to thicken tennis elbow? 1 answer

I had injections for tennis elbow and my skin has thinned. Can you suggest the best treatment to thicken the skin back around the elbow? The skin has...

Laser treatment for malar pigmentation?

I have malar pigmentation which is w-shaped line. Will laser treatment be effective? And even if laser is done will it resurface?