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Itching may be experienced during the healing phase and is completely normal. Oral Benadryl may help itching but can cause drowsiness. DO NOT scratch the treated area as scarring and pigmentation complications can occur. Hope this helps.
The itchiness this far out from the procedure may simply be from dryness. Using a good moisturizer like the Elta MD barrier renewal 2-3 times per day can help. Increase your intake of water as well. You can also take Allegra during the day and Benadryl at night, which helps to reduce histamine.
Breakouts can happen post halo. Typically its due to post skin care. Talk to your provider they may be able to tweak your regime. You may simply need lighter products vs.occlusive or heavy products
In my experience, the combination performed on the same day produces the best effect. It will increase the downtime of the Halo by a day in some cases but the effect is better than doing them separately.
Halo by sciton offers a hybrid laser—meaning two wavelengths at the same treatment, one ablative and one not ablative. The results we have had in our clinic are amazing, with no complications and very little downtime. Adding BBL to the Halo treatment improves the...
Its all in the settings- its NOT about the one vs the other as both are using the same wavelengths, however the HALO is fractional using an additional deeper NON ablative wavelength. Now, if you surgeon does several passes of the laser (in which ever mode), the results will be different, as ...
Thank you for your question! Without photos or a face-to-face consult, it is difficult to assess which treatment will work best for you. In my clinic I utilize the latest laser technology to safely treat all skin types. For darker skin tones I advise staying away from BBL and Halo procedures due...
Immediately after treatment, your skin will be red and feel sensitive and sunburned. Redness, swelling, itching or stinging may last for a few days. Depending on the treatment, skin may even appear raw, ooze a yellow liquid and even blister. Don’t scratch or pick at skin that crusts as this c...
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