I got Fraxel for stretch marks just over two weeks ago on abdomen and hips. My skin is still very red where the laser was applied. Didn't experience much if any peeling, and the sandpaper feel is gone. The red marks are distinct, oddly placed, obvious rectangles all over my belly and hips where the laser was applied. The belly marks were new and purple in color while the hip ones were white. I'm worried I'm scarred for life. Nothing led me to believe the obvious redness would last so long.
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Redness and some swelling directly after a Fraxel laser treatment is common and should be expected. The majority of the redness will subside the first 7 days after treatment and a small amount of pink, or "rosy glow," will last for a few weeks after the treatment. For some patients dark tones...
Fraxel laser is a great laser for reducing pigmentation and fine lines. If they were treating you with the 1927 wavelength then you should have had "sandpaper" like skin. I have not seen oily and pimples months after Fraxel. I would recommend that you consult a board certified de...
Fraxel is one of my favorite lasers since the redness only lasts for a few days. I am not certain that you received the Fraxel Dual. I would consult a board certified dermatologist who has a great deal of expertise with Fraxel to consider your options. The V-Beam laser works very well at r...
