Ok, I've always had acne (Mild) but when I reached my 20's my pores get clogged with black heads and scar. Now I'm 29, it's been taken over my life and I'm very depressed. I've done everything under the sun that dermatologist has recommended, I was on Tazorac cream and that made problem worse. I was just going to do the gel but stopped all treatments because we wanted to have a baby. I also did Laser Genesis 3 treatments and one N-Lite I had to stop that cause it was making it worse. What can I do?
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Many of the drugs that are used to treat acne also cause light sensitivity. This is the reason that you are being encourage to discontinue their use before your laser genesis appointment. However, speak with your surgeon about possibly lowering your dosage so that you aren't off it entirely but...
There is nothing that can actually physically change the size of your pores. Not a laser or a product out there. You can get better overall tone and texture with products and lasers, but you absolutely cannot physically alter the size of your pores and change them. Many people say they see pore...
Most likely there was a trigger to the breakout other than the Genesis treatment. Make sure to discuss your treatment plan with your provider, you do want to make sure you are using the correct at home care regimen. Laser Genesis may also be beneficial if you have acne scars.
