Can Fraxel Repair cause hyperpigmentation?
Hi I am 46 and lived most of my life outdoors with no sun block. I had thermage and radiesse last year and was fairly pleased. But now I have a little more laxity posterior to my naso-labial lines, crows's feet, and some sun spotting on my jawline I'd love to lose.
My Dr suggest Fraxel Repair, either as a one time harded strength or 2 lighter ones. I have heard of the Hypopigmentation problems with the old CO2 and am worried after reading the fraxel reports here. Anyone had the Fraxel Repair strength? Thanks
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21 Aug 2008
I had the fraxel repair on may 9th and started developing hypopigmentation In early august, getting worse every day.
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8 Sep 2008
i have had fraxel last summer,just two treatments only. This summer my face is cover with huge dark spots all over my face. It ruined my skin,i have tried many ipls and tca peels,but nothing seems to work. I am still hoping that somebody will tell me what to do.Shoud i continue with fraxel,woud this help or make my condition worse?