Still have Redness, 4 weeks post-Fraxel

I have done my 1st Fraxel laser treatment for acne scars. It’s been 4 week and still have redness on cheeks, they look like they had sun burn. I am also getting breakout. My skin type is brown and Doctor prescribed me bleach to reduce pigmentation change and light treatment for redness. Has anyone experienced this?

1 answer to “Still have Redness, 4 weeks post-Fraxel”

A: Ask your doctor about Desonide cream 0.05%

Michael A. Persky, MD

I am assuming that you have been treated with Fraxel Repair for your acne scarring. The redness in most people has faded by three to four weeks. In the past with the older traditional CO2 lasers, the redness would sometimes last up to a year. I would be shocked if your redness doesn't resolve very soon. ... more

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