What Laser Treatment Would Be Beneficial for Facial Hyperpigmentaion for African American? (photo)

I am 20 yrs old an have struggle a while with hyperpigmentation. Several years ago I had a bad case of chicken pox an went through procedure to remove the darker spots. While the procedure was a success it made my forehead, cheeks, an neck significantly a shade darker. I have finish a great deal of research an was recommended an combination of a laser treatment following a brightening serum silk peel in a series to optimize results. I'm wondering what laser would be beneficial to use ?

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Laser Treatment for Facial Hyperpigmentation

Until recently, aggressive laser resurfacing of the face (ablative laser treatment) was the only way to achieve superior cosmetic results in rejuvenating significantly aged or sun-damaged skin. Unfortunately, this treatment is associated with open healing, with prolonged recovery time and redness. With the advent of fractionated laser resurfacing (non-ablative laser), specifically the Fraxel laser, significant results can be achieved through a series of “fractional” treatments whereby... more

There are many different treatments for hyperpigmentation.

The are many different treatments for hyperpigmentation. The difficult part is deciding which one is going to give you the results that you really desire. This is often easier after a face-to-face consultation. You may also not need a laser treatment, but rather medications which can help with bleaching or a good skin car regimen.

Hyperpigmentation may be difficult to treat

I'm glad you're doing much research as it is extremely important not to rush in to having treatment that can worsen, rather than improve your results. The photographs of the gentleman you included that had laser are unfortunately not a true depiction of the actual coloration improvement as the after photograph has a lot of light reflection and is brighter than the before picture. Although I'm sure this was not done intentionally (it is difficult to take exactly the... more

Best laser treatment for hyperpigmentation for African American

The question to ask is not which laser is right for you. Try not to believe all of the hype advertising the latest greatest laser. IMHO, the question you should ask yourself is how you should choose a physician who can give you the results that you desire. I think you may be able to get by with a home skin care program and a series of light peels. You can save a lot of money this way and use it to celebrate your improved appearance.