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Steven Weiner, MD answers: Is Fraxel Re:Pair safe for Asian skin?

Hi, I am Chinese and am concerned about having Fraxel re:pair treatment for my acne scars due to pigmentation issues. Has anyone seen good results on Asian skin without Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH)?

Are the results permanent? I've heard good things about a machine from Korea called Collagen fractionated co2, anyone know about this one? Any information would be appreciated, thanks.


Steven F. Weiner, MD
13 months ago
By Steven F. Weiner, MD - Fort Walton Facial Plastic Surgeon

Asains are more at risk for hyperpigmentation with any type of laser.  The settings need to be decreased slightly and hydoquinones need to be used before and after the procedure for several weeks.  Acne scars are always tough, so at least 2 treatments should be planned because the doctor will be using lower settings than on lighter skin.  Hyperpigmentation is usually reversible with hydroquinones if it does occur after a laser procedure.  I don't know about the Korean machine.

Steve Weiner, MD

Facial Plastic Surgery

Destin, Florida

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