Can a Micro Laser Peel make rosacea worse?

Acne scars are best treated with a combination of lasers. But redness needs different lasers.  I often combine them on the same day.  I suggest you see a laser expert to determine what is safe for your skin type.  Those with rosacea in my practice do GREAT with venus viva for rosacea and scarring, I often treat them first with V Beam or yellow laser in combination.  Best, Dr. Emer.

A better approach is to address the blood vessels that are causing the redness. A vascular laser such as pulse dye, yellow light ,or q switched yag can all be more effective than Ipl.the yag also improves minor acne scars.

Thank you for your question.  If by micro laser peel you mean Laser Genesis, a micro pulsed 1064 Nd:YAG laser, then no it will not worsen rosacea or reverse the effect of IPL.  Quite the contrary, Laser Genesis in a series of treatments is a remarkable treatment to target microvasculature and stimulate collagen production.  It corrects diffuse redness, rosacea and smooths skin texture.  Regards, Dr. Matt Elias

Short answer- yes. This is not a problem, however the redness can be treated with other lasers and energy devices listed below. For acne scarring, the best results are seen with combination methods based upon your scar type. (see web reference - rather than a machine itself. There are many ways to treat scars that will reduce the chances of rosacea flare ups)Here are some of the rosacea treatments that I use to help control this condition. 1. Lasers (
to treat redness, broken capillaries, rhinophyma, flushing)- best laser is the
V BEAM. IPL can be used, but usually not as effective

2. Creams -
anti inflammatory

3. Tablets
-anti - inflammatory and sometimes low dose Vitamin A.

4. For
females- Mineral make up is recommend, over make up that contains
parabens.

For the best
results, consult a dermatologist for both medical and laser treatment
options.

Kind regards

Dr Davin S.
Lim

Laser
Dermatologist

Brisbane,
Australia.