Can Pearl laser safely remove freckles around eyes?

I am covered in freckles and have red hair. I also have had BCC's removed in the past, and never allow myself to get sun burnt. I'm worried about the freckles that are very close to the eyes; could they be "zapped" safely with Pearl laser?

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A: Fractional CO2 better for you

Mary Lupo, MD

Pearl is very good for freckling caused by sun damage,  but no laser does a great job permanently removing hereditary freckles. The fractional CO2 or dermabrasion, however, are your best options to reduce your risk of future skin cancers. Sunscreens daytime and retinoids at night are also good tools to... more

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