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I am 4.5 weeks out from Erbium laser resurfacing under my eyes.

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It still looks like a semi-circular iron was placed on the skin in those areas. It is puffy and red with well-defined edges. Is this normal for this time frame? What can I do to minimize the red? Adding makeup seems to cause the skin to puff up even more, as if there is an allergic reaction.

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