Can Skin Get Dark After Laser Resurfacing?

Window films are rated by light transmission, heat prevention, and UV blocking abilities. UV rating is the most important for you (melasma) and there are films that block >99% of UV rays that are almost clear.  Ultraviolet light has 2 major classifications of wavelengths: Ultraviolet A...

Despite fractional laser being less destructive than non-fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing, both lasers create significant sensitivity, temporarily, but this can last for weeks.  The Retin A may not be tolreated and if it causes much irritation, then you might stimulate...

Laser resurfacing with carbon dioxide can be of the old type non-fractional ablative, or fractional ablative. If the former, the number of passes and energy create a different convalescent period. Many people take 12 days, less or more, to heal, but the redness can take several months to go away...

I can certainly empathize with your dilemma. There are several approaches, all with their advantages and weaknesses. The C02 laser (Sciton, Affirm, etc) will reduce fine lines and give a younger appearance. It also reduces small discolorations like red or brown pigmentations. There are...

The most effective laser treatment of tattoos, whether body art or permanent makeup (eyeliner, eyebrow or lipliner/lip color) utilize Q-switched lasers. This is a type of technology that delivers a very strong pulse of energy that trautmatizes or shocks the pigment of the permanent makeup. ...

Neck skin is in general thinner and finer than facial skin and requires a gentle touch when it comes to lasers and peels. Excessive skin should be removed surgically but mild laxity and wrinkles can be improved with lasers. Laser resurfacing, preferably here with a fractional CO2 laser,...