I had microdermabrasion for the first time by an esthetician. It was very painful during the neck portion of the treatment. I now have bruising, extreme redness, and chin acne (didn’t have any acne going into the appointment). I’m concerned about permanent damage (broken capillaries and/or blood vessels) on my neck and face. Is this normal? How long until I’m healed? What products can I use to heal faster? This was totally unexpected and no warnings were given about this prior to treatment.
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There are different treatments that can be used to help with the darkness of the skin such as an ipl laser in combination with tca peels. Their are several different percentages of tca peels.To find the correct percentage for your skin visit your nearest dermatologist to...
Thank you for your question. Microdermabrasion is a much milder treatment than Dermabration. Both help improve dark spots however if you have a hard time not picking at your skin then the much deeper Dermabrasion may not be a good option for you. Consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon...
Thank you for your question. Generally, you are supposed to wait at least a year before having any laser treatment done. You could use a prescription of hydroquinone to help lighten the hyperpigmentation and even out your skin tone. Best Wishes!