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Our office would recommend that you wait 6-8 weeks prior to having other resurfacing treatments. This will also allow you to evaluate the true results of the Halo! I do appreciate that you are thinking ahead and looking for ways to maintain your results!
My you are enthusiastic about getting results as fast as possible! The timing between a Halo Treatment and a chemical peel should be based on need as well as the depth and density of the Halo treatment and what kind of chemical peel is being used. In general I would recommend at least one month: the time it takes for complete epidermal turnover.
I would wait at least 1 month after having the Halo Fractional laser treatment to do a chemical peel, as it takes about 1 month for the average individual to get completely new skin on the face. This is why clinics often recommend patients to get a chemical peel or microdermabrasion once a month.
I would recommend Alastin products post-Halo to help heal your skin. Alastin Nectar will help calm the irritation and heal quicker, the Alastin Skin Nectar should be applied morning and night for the first 48 hours. Then the occlusive moisturizer will help the skin stay moisturized, combined ...
Historically, one of the best treatments for acne scars has been fractionated erbium (ProFractional laser). We have used that laser for about 6 years with great success. Now, for the past 15 months, we have been using the Halo laser. We are getting better results with fewer treatments. I would...
It is always a good idea to contact your provider to ensure that you are not facing issues outside of the normal healing process.
The feeling of heat radiating from the skin post Halo treatment is considered normal. Most patients will feel an intense sensation of heat for 1-3 hours right after treatment. Over the counter pain relievers can help to reduce discomfort as well as staying cool.
Thank you for your question about the Halo procedure. The Halo treatment offers both ablative and non-ablative wavelengths. The benefit of the Halo is that patients get the benefit of an ablative laser without the downtime of a fully ablative laser. Providers are able to fine tune the sett...
The Halo can be effective in reducing pore size and treating acne scarring. Depending on the severity of the scarring a more aggressive treatment may be necessary. It is always best to consult with a provider that can analyze your skin and recommend the best procedures to...
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