There are three fraxel lasers. The one used in a spa gives a very superficial exfoliation. Fraxel Restore is done in a doctor’s office and helps even out dark sunspots (liver spots) and fine lines. It can improve acne scars and pores, although results vary depending on the individual. These treatments... more
Difference between fraxel repair and fraxel laser?
I've heard people mention both Fraxel Repair and Fraxel Laser, but what's the difference between the two?
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A: Fraxel restore and Fraxel repair - Night and Day
Hi Susanne, There is a huge difference between Fraxel re:store and Fraxel re:pair, but to make a long story short, Fraxel re:store is a mild non-ablative erbium fractionated laser treatment that helps with fine lines and wrinkles, brown spots, and scars requiring a series of 3 to 5 treatments with little... more
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