Is Halo laser better than CO2 fraxel laser? I've read that CO2 can and does kill precancerous skin cells and does actually help skin cancer cells and destroying those skin cells when diagnosed with it. Does halo laser do the same thing or is that just CO2? Should you do a series of halo or do it only once every year or every 2-3 years as upkeep? Does halo help lift skin and what are all other benefits that come from it? How long to avoid all sun after treatment and how long with healing time?
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Answer: Halo Versus Fraxel -- do cosmelan or enlighte before and skin care (retinol, anteage/EMK growth factors) after
Thanks for your question. It's hard to tell in the picture and you should definitely seek another consult from someone who specializes in laser treatments. If these bumps in person look like they have a tiny divot or 'belly button' in the center, they are probably sebaceous hyperplasia which is...
Halo is an excellent choice for darker skin types and hyperpigmentation, including melasma... with the right settings. Please make sure you see an experienced provider that is aware of different settings for certain disorders and of course skin types. Halo is less likely...
Metronidazole itself does not affect your skin in a way that Halo would cause problems. However typically people who are using metronidazole on their skin have rosacea. Care must be taken by your laser specialist to be sure that your rosacea does not flare after a Halo treatment. We treat...
