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Pimples After a Micro Laser Peel

asked 1 year ago by dawnlois in Saint Paul, MN
Latest answer by Anatoli Freiman, MD
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Tags: 3 days post-op, normal, pimples

I had a 10 - 15 micron laser peel 3 days ago - now I have a big cystic type pimple right on my jawline - is that normal? I am really disappointed!

4 answers to Pimples After a Micro Laser Peel

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Micro laser peel

Microlaser peel resurfaces the top layers of the skin and sometimes patients can break out with pimples or miliae after the treatment. It's not a cause for concern and most reactions are self-resolving and long-term results are good.
Anatoli Freiman, MD

Toronto Dermatologist
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Pimple after laser peel--what causes this?

Laser "peels" or superficial laser resurfacing (a 10-15 micron tissue removal is extremely superficial, mostly epidermis only) remove tissue and stimulate a healing process from the very precise "injury" that tissue vaporization via laser causes. During the healing process, re-epithelialization occurs, and pores or hair follicles can seal shut causing a tiny pimple (termed milia). Swelling during the healing process can temporarily block pores as well. In some cases... more
Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS

Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon
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Pimples after laser peels

A pimple after a laser peel is not a cause for upset. The post-laser regimen sometimes makes people break out. Sometimes, it is just a tissue reaction. Most reactions are temporary and results are good.
Barry Resnik, MD

Miami Dermatologist
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Acne after Micro laser peel

The post-laser treatment instructions for a micro laser peel is to apply an occlusive ointment for several days until the skin is no longer dry and peeling. This occlusive ointment, although great for skin healing, can block pores and cause an acne breakout. If you are not prone to acne, this should be temporary and resolve after you stop the ointment.
Emily Altman, MD

Short Hills Dermatologic Surgeon

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