Is It Normal for Redness to Come and Go After Laser Resurfacing? Doctor Answers, Tips
Laser Resurfacing: Q&A
Ask a Question

Is It Normal for Redness to Come and Go After Laser Resurfacing?

I had Palomar Starlux Fractional Laser Resurfacing (both ablative and non-ablative) done almost three weeks ago. My skin is at times back to my normal ivory skin tone, but then at other times my acne scars are bright pink. Is this normal? Thanks so much for your help!

Tags:
1 Doctor Answer | Asked by 7101anon in Vail, CO
+1

Acne scar redness

Many patients will note more redness when there is greater blood flow such as after a hot shower, or exercise and even rubbing dry with a towel can occur. There is greater blood circulation after resurfacing.

You might also like...

Real Stories

DOT Laser

So this is my third laser in the last 2 yrs. going through the itchy stage as I type this....

Before + After Photos

View 145 Laser Resurfacing photos
Doctors will not see your comments on their answers. If you'd like to follow up, please go here to ask another question.

Comments (0)

Ask a Question

Welcome Back

Sign in with Facebook

Your information remains private and will not be posted without your permission.

Forgot your password?

Don't have an account? Create one now.

Join RealSelf

Join with Facebook

Your information remains private and will not be posted without your permission.

Please enter a valid email address
 Did you mean ?

By creating an account, you are indicating that you have read and accept the RealSelf Terms of Use.

Already a member? Sign In.

Retrieve your password

Enter your username or email address and we will send you a link to login.

Check your email

Check your email. We've sent you a link to reset your password.

Ok