Why Do I Have A Blister After Photofacial and Now I Have a Huge Dark Area? (photo)

This level of aggressive treatment is inappropriate. However, it looks like these brown patches may resolve with a little time. You did not indicate how long it has been but if you are less than a week out, keep a little vasoline on the skin to keep the area hydrated. These discolored patches should peel on their own soon. Generally, these issues work themselves out. If you were treated with a non-physician, I would find a different office that has a physician... more

You have a burn, and a fairly significant one at that. This treatment was done far too aggressively. Blistering and the type of crusting you describe is consistent with a far too harsh treatment and a burn. I think your browns will go away with a bit of time and won't require anything else done. If anything, maybe some hydroquinone (bleaching cream) but I would wait that out for a few months. Make sure to keep the area moist, don't pick or rub it, and absolutely keep sunscreen on, liberally.... more