Hi. I am currently taking spironolactone. Is it safe to get a mini fraxel treatment while on the medicine? I want to start getting rid of the acne scars! thanks!
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I don't know your skin type but the settings are very aggressive. If technique is not correct, it is possible to cause bulk heating and burn the skin. I can't say exactly what the problem is without pictures or performing the procedure. However, redness persisting this long needs therapy to ...
The Fraxel Restore may be used on Fitzpatrick Skin Types I through V. The density must be much lower for darker skin types so be sure to see an experienced provider. I would use it only for acne scars on skin type V.
It is possible to have a small acne flare after Fraxel laser treatments. You should avoid your acne creams for a few days after your Fraxel treatment and restart them when you feel your skin is no longer sensitive from the laser treatment.
