After my second fraxel laser treatment, I can no longer use hydroquinone. It doesn't matter the strength. It irritates my skin so badly and it has already been a year since the laser. I've used both 1-4%, which I was able to use ( just fine) before the treatment but now I can't. My skin is darkening and I don't know what to use to lighten it. I do stay out of the sun as much as possible and I wear spf 70. Can you please recommend an alternative product or treatment?
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August 7, 2016
Answer: Facial Aging and Lasers like Fraxel/Clear + Brilliant, RF like VIVA, Peels, Fillers, Skin Care, Face Lift, Fat Injections
You are best if you wait 1-2 weeks before exercising. Sweat can irritate the skin, and it is likely that your face will be very flushed during and after working out. It is best to follow up with your physician, as he or she is aware of how well you are healing. Best, Dr. Emer
Yes, the skin maybe sensitive after Fraxel treatment and this sensitivity can last anywhere from a few weeks to a few months. There are certain skin care products that are ideal post laser skin resurfacing and I would discuss these with your treatment provider. Finally, I would switch to a more...
Thank you for your question. There should be no issue having Fraxel or Clear and Brilliant after Bellafill. We like to combine Clear and Brilliant and/or Permea (for pigmentation) after fillers like Bellafill for acne scarring to achieve the best results. Regards, Dr. Matt Elias
