Rubbing Alcohol or Acetone Before Fraxel?

December 26, 2012
Asked By:Isotretinoin

Over 3 months ago I had a full face Fraxel Dual 1927 and have been left with distorted skin texture. The esthetician who performed the procedure dabbed my face with either acetone or rubbing alcohol prior to the procedure which I know is routinely done before chemical peels, but is that typical prior to laser resurfacing as well? I'm just trying to figure out what may have went wrong. Would the alcohol have contributed to my complication?

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Answer: Rubbing Alcohol or Acetone Before Fraxel?

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December 28, 2012

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December 30, 2012

Answer: Using alcohol or acetone to cleanse the skin prior to laser treatment wil not cause harmful side effects

December 30, 2012

Answer: Using alcohol or acetone to cleanse the skin prior to laser treatment wil not cause harmful side effects

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