Do you have any tips to help me 4.5 days after Halo treatment? (Photo)

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Should my progress concern me? It’s been 4.5 days since my halo treatment and I feel like compared to others my healing process is behind. I have a lot of raw and dead skin build up around my mouth, nose and chin. Is this normal? Should I be worried? Any tips to help? I’m not sure what to do. I’ve been using a natural plant based Vaseline and washing my face twice a day.

Bhavlene Panesar, MD · Answer

Hi there,
Thank you for your question and picture.
I am concerned about the degree of skin sloughing you appear to have.  This is not typical of a post Halo convalesce.  We do not recommend using any kind of topical occulsive creams with Halo. You should be using a very gentle cleanser such a Ceravae cleanser and also a very hydrating moisturizer such as Ceravae.  I am a bit worried that you may have an underlying infection because of the Vaseline ointment.  I would recommend getting in touch with your treatment provider immediately for a follow up appointment.
Good luck.

Robert G. Aycock, MD, FACS · Answer

Have you tried washing your face in the shower or with a washcloth. This will help take off the dead skin. It's very common where patients are too gentle after a laser procedure. You should expect to be pink underneath the washing. At 4.5 days post halo, you do not need to use the vaseline anymore. A lighter moisturizer and makeup can be applied at this point. If this still concerns you, please follow up with your laser specialist.

Thomas D. Griffin Jr., MD · Answer

Please get in touch with your treating team ASAP. Although we don’t recommend using Vaseline of any kind to wound care a plain halo treatment, your photos don’t show a normal response from a regular halo. your provider should be aware and see you to discuss treatment options.

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