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Yes or No to Clear and Brilliant Lazer?

I'm 28 and have olive skin that is extremely prone to pigmentation. My esthetician wants to use the Clear and Brilliant lazer on my face. I'm interested in getting this done to remove acne scars and reduce pore size, but I am scared it may damage my skin causing more harm than good. My esthetician works in a dermatologist office and said she performed many of these treatments without problems. Because I have sensitive skin that is prone to pigmentation, is this lazer right for me?

Doctor Answers 4

C + B is safe for all skin types

June 22nd, 2017
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I perform a lot of C + B laser and have not seen any cases of hyperpigmentation. It is a gentle and safe laser that can address minor cosmetic concerns. 

Web reference: https://zoskincentre.com/

Sameer Bashey, MD


Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon
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June 22nd, 2017

C + B is safe for all skin types

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I perform a lot of C + B laser and have not seen any cases of hyperpigmentation. It is a gentle and safe laser that can address minor cosmetic concerns. 

Learn more: https://zoskincentre.com/

Sameer Bashey, MD


Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 4 reviews

Always follow your dermatologist's advice on lasers

February 17th, 2017
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Clear and Brilliant is certainly a good option to address your skin issues, but I would run the idea by your dermatologist. They have much more expertise when dealing with the skin, especially sensitive skin, than an aesthetician. Remember, Clear and Brilliant does NOT help redness, so if your sensitivity results in red, blotchy skin, then Clear and Brillaint is not such a smart stand alone option. But of course, your dermatologist would know theat....

Mary P. Lupo, MD
February 17th, 2017

Always follow your dermatologist's advice on lasers

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Clear and Brilliant is certainly a good option to address your skin issues, but I would run the idea by your dermatologist. They have much more expertise when dealing with the skin, especially sensitive skin, than an aesthetician. Remember, Clear and Brilliant does NOT help redness, so if your sensitivity results in red, blotchy skin, then Clear and Brillaint is not such a smart stand alone option. But of course, your dermatologist would know theat....

Mary P. Lupo, MD

Clear and Brilliant Laser

December 20th, 2012
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Ask if you can see the dermatologist for an evaluation. Many acne scars are too deep to be treated with any type of laser, ablative or not. Many aestheticians don't know this because their training isn't in this type of care. So, consult with the actual dermatologist, and then decide what's right for your skin.

F. Victor Rueckl, MD
December 20th, 2012

Clear and Brilliant Laser

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Ask if you can see the dermatologist for an evaluation. Many acne scars are too deep to be treated with any type of laser, ablative or not. Many aestheticians don't know this because their training isn't in this type of care. So, consult with the actual dermatologist, and then decide what's right for your skin.

F. Victor Rueckl, MD

Clear and brilliant for pore size

June 11th, 2013
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Clear and Brilliant works well on all types of skin to improve texture and pore and overall skin quality. However, it does not penetrate deeply enough to remove acne scars. I prefer eMatrix for this type of scars with your skin type. This is why it is so important to consult with a board certified dermatologist to get the correct treatment and best results and advice.

Web reference: http://www.michelegreenmd.com/clear-brilliant

Michele S. Green, MD
June 11th, 2013

Clear and brilliant for pore size

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Clear and Brilliant works well on all types of skin to improve texture and pore and overall skin quality. However, it does not penetrate deeply enough to remove acne scars. I prefer eMatrix for this type of scars with your skin type. This is why it is so important to consult with a board certified dermatologist to get the correct treatment and best results and advice.

Learn more: http://www.michelegreenmd.com/clear-brilliant

Michele S. Green, MD

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