Fraxel has been a great success story in the quest for skin rejuvenation with little downtime. The laser targets water in the dermis to stimulate collagen production and it also removes microscopic islands of epidermis improving discoloration.
It can be used in all skin types, but the energy settings must be decreased for darker skin or those prone to pigmentation.
Deep heating can lead to inflammation that can stimulate pigmention, especially in darker skin types.
No matter what your skin color, the use of a broad spectrum SPF and avoidance of direct, intense sun is imperative to prevent pigmentation and to maintain the benefit from your treatments.
Pigmentation can usually be improved with the use of prescription retinoids and bleaching agents in conjunction with sun avoidance.
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