Prolonged redness after CO2 laser: How long will it take to come back to normal skin colour? (Photos)

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Hi guys, I have done 4 MRF treatment and 1 CO2 laser treatment. Last Fractional CO2 was done on 13-May-2018 Face/scars still look red. Doctor said the redness is due to neovascularrization. How long will it take to come back to normal skin colour? Have some demarcation line also near the eye area

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I recommend following up with a cosmetic dermatologist for a formal evaluation and after care recommendations. I recommend skin care with vitamin c, b5 hydrator, silicone based scar gels with growth factors and enzymatic washes with papaya enzyme to give improvement. Sun protection is essential. Lasers like Co2 work best in combination with other treatments in order to improve the skin's texture and collagen. After Co2, I recommend adding fraxel lasers, microneedling/prp and radiofrequency treatments. Best, Dr. Emer

Prolonged redness after CO2 laser: How long will it take to come back to normal skin colour? (Photos)

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