Why would I get a very itchy raised red rash after having a Venus Viva laser treatment? How can I treat it? (photos)

Thank you for your question and photographs. After laser treatment with the Venus Viva, it is common to have redness and swelling to treated areas. In my experience, the redness and swelling take at least 5 days to resolve. I highly recommend you consult with the provider who delivered the...

I think you can do a chemical peel at 2 weeks after your radiofrequency treatment, and then do another RF treatment 1-2 weeks after your chemical peel

After any redness or irritation has decreased, three to five days following your Venus Viva treatment, you can normally begin using tretinoin cream. For tailored guidance depending on your skin's healing process, it's advisable to speak with your provider.

I personally have Venus Viva and a fractionated RF device (Fractora) in my office. I sincerely believe that Fractora is superior to Fraxel and if done by an expert at high energy, can improve your acne scarring in 1-2 treatments. I've done thousands of these treatments in my office and a...

The grid marks are very normal to see after a Venus Viva treatment. The tiny bumps may be sebaceous hyperplasia which you can get under control with a chemical peel and Retin-A

Thank you for your question.In my experience, patients experience a red, slightly raised or swollen like rash to the entire face after a Venus Viva treatment, which usually lasts for about 2-3 days. Applying sunscreen daily and a thin layer of Vaseline can help with any irritation, tightness, or...