I'm considering getting HALO with reputable provider. I'm concerned about risk of developing melasma or hyperpigmentation as HALO side effect. Provider shared she's seen this happen. I'm 41-years, fair skinned woman who will wear 50 SPF daily & will avoid sun afterwards. I don't want to spend money & take off work to end up with worse skin than what I started with. I have had series of 3-4 BBLs on face ending approx 6 months prior to date I want to schedule HALO.
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Answer: Risk of Hyperpigmentation or Melasma with Halo Laser
Great question and I'm glad that you're researching your aesthetic treatment.
The good news is that it can't. Halo laser, even on the deepest possible settings only penetrates the upper layer of skin and into the middle of the middle layer of skin. The wavelength doesn't go deeper that that -...
Typically we see Mends for a week up to even 2 weeks afterwards. The post care topicals ideally facilitate the wound healing process. Please call and discuss this with your treating provider regarding timing for the results and depth of treatment. You can also get a second opinion from a...
Because you had a "quite aggressive" treatment you created some unwanted pigment. Interestingly, another Halo can actually make things much better. A lighter, less aggressive Halo can help allow the abnormal excess pigment a way out. Talk to your provider.
Andrew Campbell, M.D.
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