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Redness is improved with lasers but blushing/flushing is not. It sounds like you have physiological flushing with will not be really improved with any cosmetic treatment. Botox injections sometimes help in my patients. Best, Dr. Emer.
I do not think you will be helped much by laser treatment for physiologic flushing, but you may be helped by a product such as Mirvaso, which acts directly to stop the blood vessel dilation which is responsible for the redness of physiologic flushing. Make an appointment with a board-certified dermatologist. Hope this helps!
It is alright to have self tanner after the V-Beam but not before. If you have self tanner before the V-Beam the laser could perceive it as pigmentation and burn you. Please consult an expert. Best, Dr. Green
It requires more than one treatment with the VBeam for redness. Usually 3 are needed. Don't be discouraged. I would discuss with your doctor. I use Excel V now instead of VBeam for better outcomes.
V-beam alone has the capability to both reduce redness and tighten. Lasers stimulate collagen on different levels. For best results you should consult with a doctor to see what laser treatment is best for you. The V-beam can work wonders when combined with another laser. Here at my practice I...
Vbeam laser is the gold standard for deeply red or pinkish hyperemia on the skin from skin trauma or surgery. We use this laser quite often to improve redness in combination with Plato’s Scar Serum twice daily. Options for red scars include scar modulation, intralesional injections to reduce i...
No, not using moisturiser for a week is highly unlikely to affect the outcome.However, skincare is important and if you are having treatment because of facial redness, rosacea etc, uv protection is even more important in maintaining the results.
In order to avoid sensitivity I would recommend discontinuing Finacea for a couple of days prior to your laser appointment.