You will get many different answers from physicians answering your question without seeing your condition in person. As a generalization, your olive complexion may develop hyperpigmentation after any treatment but you will have to be careful with Fraxel Re:pair. Fraxel Re:store has been used to lighten... more
Fraxel Laser and Active FX for olive skin?
I am doing loads of research and getting more and more confused about lasers such as Fraxel and ActiveFX. I have olive skin and want fix sun damage, pigment and sagging especially the area between nose & mouth. But I don't want to sit at home for 2 weeks watching my skin burn off and scaring everyone.
Please some advice. Every DR I have seen has a different answer. thanks
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A: Fraxel re:pair and Active FX for Olive Skin
Hi Hailey, So you want your cake and eat it too? I agree that the more research you do the more confusing things become. It is even confusing for many cosmetic physicians. If performed properly there should be no "skin burning off" while you are sitting around your house. As far as scaring everyone,... more
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