Subunit laser peels can often cause skin color changes that are noticeable. That is why, I prefer to laser the entire face. You can either use make-up to camouflage the area or attempt a full face peel of the other regions to match the color.
White under eye rings from CO2 Erbium Laser?
Ten years ago, I was treated with a CO2 Erbium Laser on the upper half of my face (from forehead to under the eyes). I now have white "rings" under my eye area. It looks as if I have marks from sitting under the sun wearing large sunglasses. Did I get it from the CO2 Erbium Laser? What kind of treatment can even out the skin tone on my face? Thank you for your advice!
3 answers to “White under eye rings from CO2...”
A: There are options for hypopigmentation treatment
The problem you descibe is consistent with hypopigmentation, which is a sequelae of both CO2 and the erbium Lasers. The loss of pigment is usually permanent, however, you can camouflage it some what with either an Obagi peel or with a less aggressive fractional CO2 laser treatment. I would consult... more
A: You have hypopigmentation
One of the downsides of the vigorous skin laser resurfacing that was popular 10 years ago is the loss of the melanin producing cells in the lasered skin causing permanent paleness called hyoppigmentation. The only way to improve it is with makeup or to laser the rest of the face and become hypopigmented... more
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57 posts
13 Feb 2009
Thank you for your response. It confirms what I heard from other surgeons. I have rather fair skin, however I would be hesistant to laser the rest of my face with such strong laser as we might end up with a "three legged stool" situation. Sometimes the wisest decision is to know when to stop. Unfortunately, make up has not been effective to cover it. Perhaps a less aggressive skin lightening product will come onto the market soon that can at least narrow the difference in skin tones. Again, thanks for getting back to me. Much appreciated!
57 posts
21 Feb 2009
Thank you, Dr. Jensen. This is the first time anyone has offered a possible solution. I will follow up on this.