Mixto Laser Vs Fraxel Restore or Repair for Dark Spots?

I think that using CO2 for hyperpigmentation is overkill. The new 1927 laser of the Fraxel Dual is a very safe and effective laser for pigmentation. It is sort of a blend between ablative and non ablative. It is very superficial, about 0.2mm and creates a sort of biologic dressing as the skin heals. There is no dressing changes. Some peeling occurs about 2-5 days later and that takes off the pigment. You might need 2 or 3, but it's very easy to handle.

I know this can be a frustrating issue, to have 'marks' once the acne itself has cleared. There are a number of ways this can be treated but you should probably begin slowly. The reason most people get the discoloration is because their pigment cells are highly activated during the healing process of the acne lesion. This most frequently occurs with darker complected people. Many of the laser treatments to resolve this are ablative and therefore, you are actually re-injuring the skin... more

 For this condition, I have found that using a combination of q-switched alexandrite with Fraxel repair or restore is best.  You may only need one treatment, depending on the severity of your condition.  Best, Dr. Groff