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Fraxel for Melasma -Estero, FL
UPDATED FROM melonball6
16 days post
Follow up with Visia Analysis
$200
Today I had my follow up visit with Visia analysis. The super hi-def photo showed a little less than 10% reduction in my melasma hyperpigmentation spots. If you have never had a Visia analysis, I recommend it. It shows you precise before and after results with photographic proof and measurements you may not see with the naked eye. The provider recommended 4 more treatments. $500 each - buy 3, get 1 free for a total of $1500. I chose not to do it because that is too much money when the results are not guaranteed and the change was too subtle. I am going to start the Obagi NuDerm regimen tonight.
melonball6's provider
UPDATED FROM melonball6
15 days post
2 Weeks After
Earlier I thought there was subtle improvement to my skin but after looking at the before and after photos side by side, I see that it was probably wishful thinking. I don't see any difference in my melasma, pore size, or fine lines. I will have to say that it was not worth $200 and I'm disappointed in my results. I can't imagine there will be any improvement as time goes on, but if there is, I will update. I go to the spa tomorrow for a follow up visit.
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June 29, 2013
Do you think this will work on African-American skin? I am really desperate!
June 30, 2013
I totally understand your desperation! Don't you just hate melasma? I don't think Fraxel is solely for Caucasian skin but I didn't see much difference for the $$$ I paid for this treatment. If I didn't get the Groupon, one treatment is $500 and they recommend 4 treatments to see results. That's a lot of money for me with no guarantee. I'm about to start Obagi now. I just purchased the starter kit for $350 + $75 for the tretinoin cream. I will start using that tonight.
June 30, 2013
Thank you Melonball. Please keep me posted on how it works. I can't spend another dime on product unless I know it is working.
UPDATED FROM melonball6
7 days post
One Week After
All of microscopic scabs have disappeared. I never did peel except for one tiny flake on my nose. I think there has been a subtle improvement already. My skin is slightly firmer. My pores look smaller. My skin texture is smoother. And most importantly there is a SLIGHT decrease in the color of my hyperpigmentation. My fiance said today, "Did you get some kind of new awesome makeup?" I told him I did not and he said, "Your skin looks good. You can barely see the dark spots." I was wearing my usual products! I will take "after" pictures next week. I don't think the changes will be very visible in a photo yet.
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