I've been using hydroquinone 4% and tretinoin 0.1% on my forearms for nearly 2 months to try and fade my sun freckles and they've only minimally lightened. The freckles have been limited to a small patch since childhood but spread after really intense unprotected sunbathing. I now use physical sunscreen like how I use toothpaste - daily. Would IPL/ Fraxel dual be suitable or would the Obagi products be enough but needs more time?
March 4, 2016
Answer: Sun Freckles on forearms Great question. Both the IPL Photoderm and the Fraxel Thulium (1927) wavelength work well for freckles and sun spots of the forearms. From the photos you provided, you are going to need to do more than the Obagi products. I think that the combo of an IPL and the Fraxel 1927 would be a great option for you. I recommend getting a consult with a board certified dermatologist who to go over your options.
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March 4, 2016
Answer: Sun Freckles on forearms Great question. Both the IPL Photoderm and the Fraxel Thulium (1927) wavelength work well for freckles and sun spots of the forearms. From the photos you provided, you are going to need to do more than the Obagi products. I think that the combo of an IPL and the Fraxel 1927 would be a great option for you. I recommend getting a consult with a board certified dermatologist who to go over your options.
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March 3, 2016
Answer: Fraxel for arms I personally like the Fraxel 1927 for arms. Reason? Because we can blend - IPL may give you too good a result, leaving cut offs. If you have heavy damage, I usually use PULSE FRAXEL, i.e.. IPL first, followed by Fraxel. I usually wait 4-5 weeks, then re treat with Fraxel 1927 only. Blending in is the key, ie. less passes along the edges. All the bestDr Davin Lim Laser DermatologistBRISBANE, Australia.
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March 3, 2016
Answer: Fraxel for arms I personally like the Fraxel 1927 for arms. Reason? Because we can blend - IPL may give you too good a result, leaving cut offs. If you have heavy damage, I usually use PULSE FRAXEL, i.e.. IPL first, followed by Fraxel. I usually wait 4-5 weeks, then re treat with Fraxel 1927 only. Blending in is the key, ie. less passes along the edges. All the bestDr Davin Lim Laser DermatologistBRISBANE, Australia.
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