When Do You Expect to See Skin Peeling After Full Face Deep CO2 Laser Resurfacing?

November 12, 2011
Asked By:Skin girl in Mount Dora, Florida

I am on day 4 post op after full face CO2 laser resurfacing with fat grafting under the eyes and continuing all prescribed aftercare with Aquafor, dilute vinegar + water rinses, and light washing with dove soap. My skin continues to be swollen and very bright red, with no peeling in sight. It does feel very dry after mild cleansing, but I was told the skin would come off in brown sheets. Have you ever seen a patient that did not peel after this procedure?

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June 7, 2017

Answer: After care for deep laser resurfacing is multimodal

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June 7, 2017

Answer: After care for deep laser resurfacing is multimodal

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July 24, 2018

Answer: Peeling may not happen all the time with co2 resurfacing

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July 24, 2018

Answer: Peeling may not happen all the time with co2 resurfacing

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