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Will Fraxel Laser Make Active Acne Worse? Will It Cause a Flare Up if You Are in Remission?

August 1, 2013
Asked By:curiousbutunsure

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August 5, 2013

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August 7, 2013

Answer: Acne flare with Fraxel

Martie Gidon, MD, FRCPC, FAAD
August 7, 2013

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August 12, 2013

Answer: Fraxel can temporarily make acne worse but in long run it makes it better

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