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Brownish Ring Under Eyes After Fraxel Laser

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I received one of three scheduled fraxel laser...

MiamigirltooAugust 7, 2009
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I received one of three scheduled fraxel laser treatments to tighten skin under eyes 3 weeks ago along with some other surgical procedures (rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, fat transfers to cheeks & NLFs).

Now I have light brownish circles under my eyes sligtly reaching the upper part of my cheeks. They also cover the inside corners of my eyes, and slightly on the edge of my upper eyelids. I've always suffered from dark circles around my eyes, but this is worse than what I originally had!

My plastic surgeon does not know why this happened. He has prescribed Tri-Luma for this. I haven't used it yet, I'm afraid because the area is still quiet dry and slightly peeling, even 3 weeks later.

I want to know if Tri-Luma will work in getting rid of brown circles caused after the Fraxel laser treatment? If not, what else can I try to lighten or get rid of them?

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Replies (17)

hchris
August 11, 2009
I had the exact same thing happen as well. It is hyperpigmentation - prone in women with who are not fair in complexion. It has been horrible. Now my makeup looks uneven and it creates a shadow effect as if I have a black eye healing. I have used Tri-luma and hydroquoinine for over 4 months now with no resolve. I am interested in IPL to see if it could remove the pigmentation problems but am concerned about outcome after having been treated with Fraxel repair. Also, the crepey texture of the skin under my eyes has returned. I am looking for the same help.
Miamigirltoo
August 12, 2009
Wow! That's not encouraging. I am not fair skinned, I'm more like a light olive skin tone. The doctor told me it was not hyperpigmentation and also said that it wouldn't be permanent. I hope he's right! Right now, at 3.5 weeks, there seems to be a slight lightening of the brownish discoloration compared to last week. I'm not using Tri-Luma yet, I'm trying to give my skin time to finish healing - there is some very light peeling still. This peeling does not let the make-up flow smoothly and causes clumping of the concealer - which makes it look worse. I ordered "Dermablend" foundation which is supposed to help hide scars, bruises, burns. Hope it does!
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MissV
October 21, 2009
Im saying OMG because I had those dk circles after Fraxel and thought it was from a microdermabrasion. I blamed the wrong dr.!!! I am scheduled to return tomo to have to done again. I have little white bumps under my skin under the eye. Now Ive got to ask for another solution because I will NOT go thru that again. Eventually went away BUT it wasnt a good situation.Thanks to your post you have saved me from the terror of going thru that againl I thank you greatly.
Brijet
August 31, 2012
Dark gray/black raccoon lines/circles under the eye post fraxel are from fat loss and loosened connective tissue between cheek and under eye area. The swelling and trauma and heat, melt or stretch out the connective proteins. Hyperpigmentation should resolve over lots of time (years) if you stay out of the sun. All those topicals they give you are considered toxic and have rebound effects. You can look up the ingredients on the EPA or Safe Cosmetics Database or via the chemical data sheets online.
awalk
August 14, 2009
Do not do IPL after this treatment...If you don't have to use Triluma don't it can thin skin as it has a steroid in it...It's for spot treating not long term use... See if you can get visia pics it might give you a better idea of whats happening..Veins vs Skin
hchris
August 19, 2009
thank you for your help. what are visia pics and why do you not recommend IPL to treat the hyperpigmentation???
hchris
August 23, 2009
Have you had any luck with treatment. I am still suffering. Depressed about not being able to swim with kids b/c make-up will come off. Camping with friends I was so self concious. I am desperately seeking help for this.
Miamigirltoo
August 27, 2009
Well, as time passes, I am noticing that the brownish is not so much "brown" as it seems to be circles under the eyes due to the fat having been removed from the lower blepharoplasty. I've always had circles, but these are a little bit worse. I haven't done any treatments - I'm going to give myself a bit more time, since I still have some slight bruising on my cheeks.
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