How long after Clear and Brilliant do you need to wait before you can do a chemical peel and facial?

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong fractional lasers such as CO2 laser, we use lighter treatments for corrective skincare and maintenance of results. Our Thulium fractional laser, clear and brilliant laser, and Ultra Thulium laser are excellent options in our clinic. We also perform CO2 fractional and erbium depending on skin tone and tolerance for downtime. Patients do have to use a Melarase cream before and after treatment to help further reduce pigmentation after laser. Dark spots can improve with these treatments. I recommend fractional laser for incisional scars as well, especially after plastic surgery.

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Dr. Karamanoukian 
Realself100 Surgeon

Selena Lantry, MD · Answer

I would recommend waiting about 2 weeks for the full results of the Clear and Brilliant treatment before you have a chemical peel and facial.  With this approach, you give your skin time to heal and will be able to get the most out of each treatment.  Additionally, you may be so happy with the results that you may not need a chemical peel or facial.

Michele S. Green, MD · Answer

One of the beauties of Clear and Brilliant is that there is absolutely no down time and you can have a chemical peel or facial the next day. Clear and Brilliant is like a "mini-Fraxel" which gets rid of pigmentation, pores, textures, and evens out discoloration.  A series of treatments are necessary to complete the course of treatment.  Please consult an expert in these lasers for the best cosmetic results. Best, Dr. Green

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