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What is the effect of using the wrong cleanser after fractional co2 laser?

bingyeowMay 8, 2015
I just did my fractional co2 laser. After I washed my face with the cleanser, there were slight bleeding in multiple areas of my face. Furthermore, little red dots also appeared. Then I went to research and realised that my cleanser is not suitable at all! It is anti-acne cleanser and contains acid and fragrance! But I was only told by my doctor to avoid alochol skin products! So what should I do now? I am so worried of the possible side effects!

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