Will CO2 laser treatment worsen melasma?

September 20, 2016
Asked By:klmkimmy in Los Angeles, CA

I have melasma and was treated with Spectra laser, with maintenance approximately every 3 months. I use retin-A 0.5% and hydroquinone 4%. I have had great results from the Spectra laser. I am looking into treatment for lower lid wrinkles. I currently get routine botox treatment but still have static wrinkles and a bunching up appearance when I smile. I’m considering CO2 laser for my under eye area and possibly for my entire face to treat for texture. I am 43 years old, fair skin caucasian.

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June 4, 2024

Answer: CO2 is safe to do when having melasma.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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June 4, 2024

Answer: CO2 is safe to do when having melasma.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 23, 2016

Answer: Melasma/Spectra/Under Eye Wrinkle Treatment? Fraxel, Co2/Erbium, VIVA, Intensif; Microneedling/PRP, Fillers/Restylane

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
September 23, 2016

Answer: Melasma/Spectra/Under Eye Wrinkle Treatment? Fraxel, Co2/Erbium, VIVA, Intensif; Microneedling/PRP, Fillers/Restylane

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
September 22, 2016

Answer: Will CO2 laser treatment worsen melasma?

Ajaya Kashyap, MDPlastic Surgeon
September 22, 2016

Answer: Will CO2 laser treatment worsen melasma?

Ajaya Kashyap, MDPlastic Surgeon

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October 5, 2016

Answer: Yes, CO2 can worsen melasma.

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Answer: Yes, CO2 can worsen melasma.

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