Should I do V Beam for facial redness or seek alternative solutions (i.e. creams, ointments, natural remedies)?

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As an Indian person (darker skin tone), I have had facial redness for a while ever since I used topical creams that had an adverse reaction. I was told by my dermatologist that Vbeam on low setting would be effective, especially given my skin tone. I've seen alot of things on this website that have made me warry of doing the treatment, although my doctor ensures it will be fine.They even did a test patch on my arm and it went fine. Should I just try it out? Or are there other alternatives?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

In our office, we have several treatments that can help improve common vascular skin issues, including rosacea, post-inflammatory erythema, red scars, facial blushing, and spider veins. The Vbeam laser continues to be the gold standard for redness, including rosacea and post-inflammatory erythema. In some cases, we add Venus Viva RF coagulation to help improve redness on the skin from spider veins, inflammation, and rosacea. 
  
Generally, several sessions are required to improve redness on the skin. Vbeam laser, IPL Limelight, and Venus Viva all work very well with minimal downtime. 
  
Patients with rosacea may benefit from topical creams to help soothe inflamed skin. We recommend Elevase Moisture Booster. For Post-inflammatory erythema, Plato’s Scar Serum is recommended twice daily. 
  
Best, 
  
Dr. Karamanoukian
  
Realself100 Surgeon

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Redness can be improved with a combination of lasers (ProYellow, Excel V, VBeam) and microneedling/prp. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer

Should I do V Beam for facial redness or seek alternative solutions (i.e. creams, ointments, natural remedies)?

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