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Mixto Laser for Safe Very Oily Skin?

asked 2 years ago by Jen_1984 in Pennsylvania
Latest answer by Michael Tomcik, MD
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Tags: acne scars, hypertrophic, oily skin, pimples, safety, skin

I have a lot of hypertrophic acne scarring (my skin resembles an orange peel and I do not have keloids. My skin is extremely oily and congested and I do suffer with 3-5 pimples a week. Would Mixto laser treatment be safe, or will it worsen my acne due to oiliness or cause abnormal scarring since I am prone to hypertrophic scarring?

3 answers to Mixto Laser for Safe Very Oily Skin?

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Mixto is safe for oily skin

Mixto laser resurfacing is safe on all skin types from very dry skin to very oily skin. We like to clear up acne before we consider performing this procedure.
Michael Tomcik, MD

San Ramon Dermatologist
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Mixto is safe for oily skin

Hi there- Generally speaking, the Mixto laser is safe to use on oily skin types, and in fact, patients with oily skin often heal a bit more quickly... The skin needs to be prepped and cleaned before a Mixto procedure and this includes removing oils in the pores. Upon arrival for a procedure, we have our patients clean their skin with a deep cleansing product and with the use of the Clarisonic Pro brush just prior to application of a topical anesthetic. Once topical anesthesia has been achieved, more
Armando Soto, MD

Orlando Plastic Surgeon
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Mixto for oily skin

Mixto is a very safe treatment when done correctly for your condition. It can improve acne scarring and improve the "pebbly" texture of your skin. However, I would make sure that your acne is under good control before doing the treatment. You don't want to spend time and money improving your skin only to have new acne lesions cause scarring again. During the healing phase, many doctors will have you use a thick ointment or cream to the face, and these occlusive products can cause... more
Tomi L. Wall, MD

Oakland Dermatologist

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