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Fraxel Laser for Olive Skin

asked 3 years ago by John Hockney
Latest answer by Michael A. Persky, MD
Question viewed 1,851 times
Tags: age 25-34, male, olive skin

Hi I'm a 30 year old male in the area and interested in repair for some fine lines and discoloration, but a few questions first?

I am half Mediterranian/ half Irish. My skin tans easily, burns sometimes... Is quite white in the winter but still retains an olive hue.

1. What Skin type would I be considered on the Fitzpatrick scale?

2. What levels would I be treated at?

3. How effective would this treatment be being treated at this level?

1 answer to Fraxel Laser for Olive Skin

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Fraxel Repair: Consider amount of downtime you can undergo

Your Fitzpatrick skin type sounds like type III or II. To get a more precise estimate (an oxymoron), go to {link below} and answer the questions that include genetic disposition, reaction to sun exposure, and tanning habits. The levels would be determined after examination of your skin and discussion of the degree of intensity (light vs. aggressive) that you want, and the amount of downtime that you are prepared to undergo. The Fraxel re:pair laser treatment is very effective. I am quite... more

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