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“Active fx resurfacing -- those "not-so-fine" lines -- gone!”

Laser resurfacing: Worth it

Cost: $2,165
Pain: Painfree
Laser resurfacing satisfaction: Excellent5 Star Rating: Excellent

This is the fourth day after my Active FX Laser resurfacing procedure (full face -- $2165 -- with a complimentary touch-up to follow). At 59, I looked in the mirror this morning and thought, "Wow, my skin looks like it did in High School!" Tight, firm, rosy. Where are those bothersome Crow's feet? Gone. The lines about the lips? Gone. Hiding out for three days of social downtime was tedious and with Halloween coming, I felt ready with my "mask" of little, brown dots (residue from a summer suntan). On the fourth day, however, the dead outer layer sloughed off in the shower, with a little help from a gentle enzyme peel. My doctor gave me a great post-healing copper cream with a vaseline-like texture, designed to retain moisture as new collagen and cells formed underneath the crust. Tomorrow, on the fifth day, I will use my regular moisturizers (Aloette) and maybe a touch of silicone based foundation. (I use Dermacia, which allows the skin to breathe, is very sheer, yet gives amazing coverage.)

Don't get caught up in the "which is better debate -- Active FX or Fraxel." Reps from both side have information to share. Do your homework, and most importantly, don't be scared into inaction by one or two negative stories. Some people have issues to work out, no matter what! As for me, I am happy growing new, fresh, healthy, young-looking skin, and they say it just gets better and better as more firming collagen forms over time. (I also supplement my diet with a high quality collagen/hyaluronic/Omega-3 fish oil product for better skin from within).

Oct 27, 2007Comments and replies (6)

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mickymarie
2 posts
29 May 2008

Sounds great! I'm looking to get this done and am looking for a good dr in Utah. Who did your procedure? Thank you!

Researcher7
16 posts
7 Aug 2009

Thank you. I am getting Active FX on mouth and chin - by a Michigan dermatologist (specializing in cosmetic and laser). (It is also called "Total Effects) Will let you know results. This website has helped me make informed decisions. Thanks again.

FILLER REDUCER NIGHTMARE
4 posts
2 Oct 2009

Exactly which procedure did you use, fraxel or urbium? I'm very confused which one to do, as it as both have been suggested to me. HELP CONFUSED!

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