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Fraxel Repair While Peeling from Retin-A?
Should I undergo Fraxel Repair if I'm still peeling from Retin-A?
Asked 38 months ago by
qwerty24 in USA
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Retin A helps Fraxel work better, but it is best not to use just before
Retinoids that your dermatologist prescribes before lasers and peels definitely make the cosmetic procedure achieve a more dramatic result. For best results, use the retinoid for at least 2 weeks, then discontinue for 4-7 days prior to treatment. Retinoids stimulate healing after these procedures, decrease pigmentation, and encourage new collagen formation. Remember to use adequate SPF and antioxidants to protect from sun exposure and to prevent further damage to the collagen in your skin....
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