Whitish bumps normal after Fraxel Restore, but blisters are not

Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD answers: Bumps and blisters normal after Fraxel Restore?

Numerous small, whitish bumps appeared approximately twelve hours after I underwent Fraxel Restore Treatment, mainly on my chin and lower cheek area. I was wondering what they are and if I could avoid getting them on my next treatment. These things seem to exfoliate as the days go by, but I fear that they might cause scars.


Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD
9 months ago
By Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Small white bumps or whiteheads sometimes appear after Fraxel Restore laser. The chin area is where you are more likely to develop them and they usually exfoliate in 2-3 days after the treatment. Overusing occlusive creams, such as Vaseline or Aquaphor can also cause whiteheads. Try to hydrate the skin by using professional skin care products, instead of heavy creams.

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