Does Fraxel work on the body?

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I was told that Fraxel wouldn't work on my chest, legs and arms because there are no oil glands in those areas. Is this true? If so, is there an alternative for sun damage, wrinkled skin?

Bryan G. Forley, MD · Answer

Fraxel Dual laser can be safely used on the body with adjustments in treatment parameters  appropriate for the area being treated and skin type.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! Fraxel laser can be used on any are of your body with adjusted settings. Depending on your condition some other treatments may be more beneficial to you. I advise you to make an appointment with an expert to seek out the best option to obtain desired results. Best of luck!

Michele Grodberg, MD · Answer

I have many patients who have enjoyed the benefits of Fraxel on areas other than the face.  Popular areas include the neck, the backs of hands, the chest, the arms and even the legs.  It is important to understand that non facial areas usually take longer to heal so expect the recovery for the body to take two weeks compared to one week for the face.  Other post procedure considerations, like wearing loose fitting clothing to minimize irritation to the skin and avoiding sweating may also need to be considered when treating the body with Fraxel.

Michael J. Brown, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! Fraxel can be used safely on any part of the body when the correct settings are applied. Fraxel can be used to reduce sun damage and wrinkles, but it may take multiple sessions to achieve your desired outcome. For more information please feel free to take a look at our website!

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Fraxel laser can be used on any part of your body with adjusted settings. Depending on your condition some other treatments may be more beneficial to you. I advise you to make an appointment with an expert to seek out the best option to obtain desired results. Good luck!

Michele S. Green, MD · Answer

The Fraxel is a fabulous laser and works well on the face, chest, arms, neck, legs, and back.  I have done Fraxel on all different parts of the body with great results.  It can take 3 Fraxel treatments to remove the sun damage on the body.  If you have localized spots you might be better having the Alex-Trivantage Laser for these sun spots.  Best, Dr. Green

Steven F. Weiner, MD · Answer

The Fraxel laser can be used on all parts of the body. Settings have to be lowered when off the face because there are less sebaceous glands but it can still be done. Tightening is better performed with radiofrequency. Large areas are treatable with Exilis or Venus Freeze. Smaller areas can be treated with Infini. The Fraxel becomes expensive when done on large surface areas because of the time needed and the usage of many tips.

Anita Saluja, MD · Answer

Hello - Fraxel is a brand name and there are multiple different lasers that fall under this brand name. The Fraxel Dual laser may be used off the face and it is best to treat one area first and see how you respond - choose either chest or arms as legs can be more stubborn in response. Usually, multiple treatments are needed. Radiofrequency microneedling is an alternative option.

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

Depending on WHAT you are treating, Fraxel is an excellent method of extra facial skin rejuvenation. This can be used to reduce pigmentation and sun damage - especially the 1927 wavelength. You will require 2-4 sessions for the best blend and results. Dr Davin Lim. Brisbane. Australia.

Does Fraxel work on the body?

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