Redness, swelling, and itching are expected after most fractional CO2 laser resurfacing. This is due to release of the heat brought about the CO2 energy underneath the skin, which is critical to stimulate a cascade of collage production. Oral Benadryl can be exceedingly helpful to provide relief of itching,... more
How to stop the irritation and itching after Active FX?
I'm on day 4, still very red & swollen. Feels like someone is going over my face with a barbwire rolling pin. I'm taking 800 mg of Advil every 8 hours but that's not stopping the irritation. I can't concentrate on anything to distract myself from it. Can't sleep either. I'm applying an Aloe Vera gel and Aquaphor 3 times a day but it burns a little. I very much wanted to have the Active FX procedure but now I am doubting I did the right thing.
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