Pre-Treatment Protocol for Fraxel re:pair, Total FX

Michael A. Persky, MD answers: Best pre-treatment protocol for Total FX or Fraxel Re:pair?

Is it important to stop Retinol or Retin A products 5 days before doing Total FX/Active FX or Fraxel re:pair? I was told 2 different things by 2 different doctors.

Do doctors who frequently perform Total FX or Fraxel Re:pair employ any pre-treatment protocol to get the best results (and avoid hyperpigmentation)?


Michael A. Persky, MD
12 months ago
By Michael A. Persky, MD - Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Hi JJ,

It is best to stop all retinol products at least 10 to 14 days prior to Fraxel re:pair or Total FX, or any fractionated or traditional CO2 laser treatments.

We pre-treat darker skin types with Hydroquinone for two weeks prior to treatment.  All patients use a strong steroid cream, Clobetasol Propionate 0.05% for two days prior to the treatment.

Good luck.

Dr. P

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