I have the darkest window tint on the market on my car windows, partly because I have Melasma over my entire face and want to lessen sun exposure while driving. Of course I use 30spf sunblock everyday but I live in sunny California and spend lots of time in the car. Does the dark window tint help, or am I fooling myself? The police don't like dark window tint but I feel it's a "medical" necessity.
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Despite fractional laser being less destructive than non-fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing, both lasers create significant sensitivity, temporarily, but this can last for weeks. The Retin A may not be tolreated and if it causes much irritation, then you might stimulate...
Laser resurfacing with carbon dioxide can be of the old type non-fractional ablative, or fractional ablative. If the former, the number of passes and energy create a different convalescent period. Many people take 12 days, less or more, to heal, but the redness can take several months to go away...
I can certainly empathize with your dilemma. There are several approaches, all with their advantages and weaknesses.
The C02 laser (Sciton, Affirm, etc) will reduce fine lines and give a younger appearance. It also reduces small discolorations like red or brown pigmentations. There are...
