I got 4 treatments they ver very short (10mins) compared to what I'm used to. The aesthetician finally admitted she does 5,000 pulses but at a higher setting, 16 so it's the same thing. In the past, my treatments have always been 10,000 pulses. Can someone please explain to me if this is normal? I feel like I got ripped off I looked at the laser genesis cutera operating instructions and it says treatments are 8,000-10,000 pulses at 12-18 joules/cm2 so I'm thinking it's not congruent at all.
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The Laser Genisis can definitely help improve your uneven skin tone. However, large pores are really about genetics. Though lasers will help, they can not eliminate your large pores so make sure that your expectations are realistic. I wouldn't want you to be disappointed.
Without close up photos or examine you in person, it is hard to say. Both laser genesis and microdermabrasion are good for treating the top layers of the skin. However, if your lines and wrinkles are caused by volume loss and sagging muscle then you'd probably be better served with fillers and...
In general, I have my patients refrain from using a retinol for at least a couple of following any laser treatment since your skin is going to be overly sensitive.