Yes, tazarotene can even contribute improved results after fraxel. No worries. It is important to keep healthy skin regimen after your treatment. Use sunscreen with high SPF daily. Good luck
There are many alternatives to Hydroquinone that are less irritating on your skin, but they may have to be used in combination to deliver same results. Those includes products containing mequinol, retinoids combinaed with Azelaic acid product, Arbutin, Kojic acid and many others. It is important...
You are best if you wait 1-2 weeks before exercising. Sweat can irritate the skin, and it is likely that your face will be very flushed during and after working out. It is best to follow up with your physician, as he or she is aware of how well you are healing. Best, Dr. Emer