Hi JJ, One of the great features of Fraxel re:pair is that both the energy (intensity and depth of treatment) and the density (percent of skin treated) can be adjusted to the individual patient. This is also true of Total FX. You can still be a candidate for the treatment despite your sensitivity to... more
Is my skin too sensitive for Total FX or Fraxel Re:pair?
My skin can be very sensitive to strong skin care products (i.e. Retinol, Triluma, glycolic acid), and I can usually only tolerate them a few days at a time, then need to stop because of extreme stinging. Is this a bad sign that I might not tolerate the Total FX or Fraxel Re:pair well?
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A: Fraxel repair can be used safely on many different skin types
We have been using the Fraxel repair for over 2 years and have treated many skin types successfully. (Our centre was one of the initial testing sites). Patients from the teens up to 80+ years old have been treated. This includes fair skinned patients and olive complexions as well. Many patients are... more
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