“Softer, lighter skin, but also some hyperpigmentation”
Laser resurfacing: NOT worth it
Pain: Worst possible
had Co2 ablative done a month ago. Doctor "forgot" to tell me I should on the second week of recovery use a skin lightener. Now I was told to become aggressive in the treatment of the hyperpigmentation. I am using Phaze 13, hydroquinone, and tretinoin. My face is so dry and flaky. The skin appears red still but the brown has faded a lot. Problem now is the redness is still red but brighter. How long will this redness persist? Make-up will not hide it.
pro: softer, lighter skin
cons: downtime, pain, weeping of skin,yucky feeling
why: refreshed appearance, softer sking, and wanted to wear less make-up.
results: one month out I feel I made the wrong decision. My face is bright red, hyperpigmented, and have streaks of red that cannot be hidden by make-up. I researched this laser and asked questions but feel I did not have all the facts. It was my decision so I take responsibility for this.
Updated on Jul 1, 2009:
Jun 23, 2009Comments and replies (1)
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25 Aug 2009
Hi I know what you are going through. I had the re:pair procedure 11months ago, and I am still recovering. it took my face nearly six months to recover from the bright redness, and it still has a red tinge to it. Furthermore i was left with post inflammatory hyperpigmentation which is still present on my face. Hydroquinone does not seem to work, and I am all out of ideas. I dont think we are being told the truth ie down time , long term or even permanant side effects...