I went in for my first Fractora treatment today. I was nervous about being poked with needles! But I knew I was in good hands with Setty Plastics and Aesthetics, and with Laura. I chose to do the Fractora not only for skin texture, minor scarring, and fine lines, but because I have suffered with cystic acne for years. It's definitely hormonal, and while it's been under control with a good skin care regimen from Setty, and I haven't developed new acne, the more stubborn cysts have lingered and scarred. Nothing I have tried has cleared them up. The Fractora is a radio frequency assisted microneedling procedure than makes multiple tiny punctures in your skin and delivers radio frequency heat to stimulate collagen production, with the added benefit of killing the bacteria in those stubborn spots. I've come so far in improving my skin, but this lingering problem makes me very self conscious. I'm over 50, and still dealing with this darn acne!
I'm not going to say the procedure is painless. It can be uncomfortable. But, it's not horrendous at all! I was numbed with cream prior to the procedure, and it's actually a pretty quick treatment even when doing the entire face. A few deep breaths and a few colorful words got me through in no time! And Laura was so patient, asking me if I needed a break, explaining the entire process, and recommending the perfect after-care products for me. I am about 5 hours post procedure in these pics. Most of the redness has subsided, and the only discomfort I have is if I rub my face. Simple fix, don't rub! And the best part is I can ALREADY see the grid marks from the needles! Proof that it's doing exactly what it is supposed to do! I will update as I heal. But I can say that all my fears about discomfort and appearance afterward were a waste of time!
Updated on 21 Oct 2018:
I woke up today looking like expected. Tiny grid marks all over my face. They are like little markers showing that laura did a wonderful job... not a spot got missed! She was very clear about what to expect, so seeing the marks shows me that it's doing exactly what it's supposed to. Let the healing begin! I have ZERO discomfort, even to touch. I'm sure I could cover most of it with good makeup, but today is Sunday- laundry- bare faced day, so it gets another day to rest and heal. So far so good. More to come!