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Redness After CO2 Fractional Laser
asked 2 years ago by hcl3111 in New York City
Latest answer by Hannah Vargas, MD
Question viewed 2,102 times
Tags: face, redness
I was treated with CO2 Fractional Laser for acne scar on my whole face 4 weeks ago. Now, it's still pretty red, and I feel hopeless because it seems like my skin is getting worse. Is there any possibility that my normal skin color will return?
3 answers to Redness After CO2 Fractional Laser
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Reddness will go away
The reddness you are experiencing is not uncommon, even after fractional laser treatments. It is usually an indication that the skin is still healing. I would avoid any skin bleaching cream or Retin A for another week, or if you are using these creams, back-off and start using them every other day. Use lots of moisturizer and avoid the sun. It will get better.
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Redness after laser skin resurfacing
Redness is a common factor in the postoperative laser phase. I would make sure that you are using no abrasive cleansers, products containing AHA's, Retin-A, and keeping to a simple cetaphil wash. You may also moisturize with cetaphil lotion. If any of these products cause irritation or further redness you stop them immediately as you may have a sensitivity tom the product. Sunscreen may also cause sensitivity problems however it is pertinent to use post surgery. Make sure you find a ...
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The redness you are experiencing sounds normal, you are still in the healing phase. Make sure you are following your post op instructions carefully and using SPF!!
