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Aquaphor Substitute for Post Mixto Laser Care?

I just had Mixto Micro Fractional Laser treatment yesterday. I'm using Aquaphor, but it's very greasy. I'm wondering, how long should I use it, and what other similar products would you recommend post treatment that are not greasy? Someone wrote about Regen de Peau; can I try this now, or should I wait until the peeling has begun or stopped?

3 Doctor Answers | Asked by elka in long Island
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Post Op Laser Resurfacing

Congratulations on choosing a terrific treatment, Mixto fractional laser resurfacing. The first few days, it is important to have a good coat of lubricant like Aquaphor on your skin. I recently performed the procedure on my own wife and she too was hopeful that she could use a "thinner" lubricant on her face. We use ELTA post laser. What I like about this ointment compared to Aquaphor is that it thins out on its own and allows heat from your face to dissipate. My wife even... more
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Laser ointments after Mixto laser

There are many different oitments use after CO2 laser resurfacing. Aquaphor, Vasoline, Crisco are a few of the most popular choices. The reality is grease is grease. Hydration of the skin is what is important. The skin gets very tight and swollen after laser resurfacing for the first 3-4 days. It needs water and some sort of grease to keep the skin hydrated. Admittedly this is very messy, but it is worth it , because the final smoothing and tightening can take 3 to 10 years of of how you look. more
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Aquaphor substitute

Hello, I agree with you about the greasiness of the Aquaphor. I often tell my patients to use either it or vaseline ointment in the first 2-3 days post mixto. Although it is not comfortable, it is important to use a bland emollient without much risk of allergic reactions. I would ask your doctor for recommendations of substitutes. But remember, it's only for a few days! I will then switch my patients to a light lotion such as Cerave or Cetaphil.

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