Hyperpigmentation from Co2 Laser, After 1 Month Not Fading. What Options Do I Have?

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Reducing discoloration and hyperpigmentation and PIH after fractional co2 laser

All of my fractional CO2 laser patients use Melaquin AM and Melaquin PM starting three days to five days after the procedure to reduce the risk of hyperpigmentation.

CO2 laser and hyperpigmentation

You must stay out of the sun! Wear sunscreen with SPF 50+, makeup and a hat. Return to your doctor who can determine if a fading cream is necessary. If the hyperpigmentation is still present after the summer, you may be a candidate for light chemical peels that can help with fading.

Treatment Options for Post CO2 Laser Hyperpigmentation (Increased Darkening of Skin)

The skin will often times respond to Laser Energy treatments with red or brown skin discoloration. First and Foremost you should get a second opinion from a Facial Plastic Surgeon or Dermatologist who performs similar treatments to confirm diagnosis and treatment options. For redness protective barrier moisturizers, time, and topical steroids will help heal the skin. For brown discoloration treatment mirrors the above during the initial healing phase (usually first 2 to 3 weeks). At 4... more

Hyperpigmentation after Laser Resurfacing

Hyperpigmentation is not uncommon, especially if you are of Hispanic or Mediterranean origin. I have never seen permanent pigmentation and I have been doing laser resurfacing since the 1990's. Still, it can be distressful. Use a strong sunscreen daily and reapply it every 2 hours. Also us a bleaching agent and consider intense pulsed light treatments.