Yes or No to Clear and Brilliant Lazer?

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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?

Deepak Raj Dugar, MD · Answer

Hello!The Clear & Brilliant laser will leave your skin looking smoother, glowing, fresher, and luminous for any occasions or regular skin maintenance. This treatment helps shrink large pores and reduce hyperpigmentation, dark spots, sunspots, active acne, acne scars, fine lines, and wrinkles. It works great on all skin colors including olive complexions. The Clear & Brilliant laser revitalizes the skin using thousands of microscopic laser punctures to the upper layer of the skin. Typically patients experience some mild redness that only lasts 12-24 hours. Each treatment lasts approximately 30 minutes and results can be seen after just one treatment. Longer lasting results occur after 4-6 sessions, spaced one month apart.

Anna Sylwestrowicz, MD, FRCP(C) · Answer

Even though C&B is a very gentle laser I would recommend avoiding it if you are susceptible to hyperpigmentation. If you wish to try it, I recommend you pretreat for 1 month with 15% Vitamin C serum or a hydroquinone containing cream.

Dr. Anna Sylwestrowicz MD, FRCP(C)
Victoria, BC

Sameer Bashey, MD · Answer

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.

Mary P. Lupo, MD · Answer

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....

Michele S. Green, MD · Answer

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.

Yes or No to Clear and Brilliant Lazer?

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Answer: Always follow your dermatologist's advice on lasers

Answer: Always follow your dermatologist's advice on lasers

Answer: Clear and brilliant for pore size

Answer: Clear and brilliant for pore size

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Answer: Always follow your dermatologist's advice on lasers

Answer: Always follow your dermatologist's advice on lasers

Answer: Clear and brilliant for pore size

Answer: Clear and brilliant for pore size

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