I am 39 years and had one treatment with the Erbium laser to even skin tone and help reduce pore size, especially around the nose as I have blackheads. Following the treatment, my skin peeled which was expected, but the pores around my nose appear much larger and have stayed this way. I was told I could have further treatments and it would help with the pore size, but I am unsure now. Any advice would be appreciated.
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