Treatment options for redness and scar after temporal brow lift? (Photos)

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Very light skin female who had temporal brow lift less then 6 months ago but the redness has not decreased. Only skin removed so there was tension with the incisions. Using steroid cream for 2.5 weeks but doesn’t seem to lighten redness- broken capillaries. Will BBL laser help without damaging hair follicles ? Steroid injection was brought up but I already have such thin skin.

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

Persistent redness after surgery is usually related to increased vascularity and healing changes in the scar, which can sometimes last for many months, especially in lighter skin types. Since your procedure was performed less than 6 months ago, it is still considered within the active healing phase.

Treatment options include:

Vascular lasers or light-based devices (BBL/IPL, pulsed dye laser, KTP laser): These are effective for reducing redness and broken capillaries. When performed properly, they typically do not damage hair follicles in the area.

Topical agents: Silicone gel or sheets, and topical formulations with ingredients like vitamin C or niacinamide, may help improve overall scar quality.

Steroid injections: Can reduce thickening or raised areas, but should be used cautiously in thin skin as they may cause atrophy.

Time: Scars often continue to mature and fade over 12–18 months, with redness gradually decreasing even without intervention.

In summary, BBL or other vascular-specific lasers are safe and commonly used in this context, and they can help reduce persistent redness without harming surrounding hair when done conservatively.

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