Let me add a couple more points. The Fraxel re:pair has microscopic zones that penetrate thru the skin - 1/10th the size of a human hair. The Active Fx uses a much larger spot size. The Active Fx doesn't get nearly as deep as the Fraxel re:pair. The Deep Fx is closer to the Fraxel re:pair, getting about... more
Fraxel vs Active FX
which is better for skin resurfacing by laser: Fraxel laser or Active FX?
2 answers to “Fraxel vs Active FX”
A: Fraxel vs. ActiveFX: So you want to look younger?
Active FX is a fractional CO2 laser. Active FX penetrates to a maximum of about 300 um or 0.3 mm. It is a superficial treatment that treats pigment and fine to moderate wrinkles with minimal tightening of the skin. Active FX can accomplish its effects in one or more treatments. The downtime is 4-5 days of... more
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