Laser (Fractional CO2 Smart Dot) Ruined my Skin at 26 Years Old. I Am Now 29 & It's Getting Worse :( - Melbourne, AU

Hi Guys I wish I never done frexal laser I feel exactly same I had same problem almost 2 years crying everyday I went doctor he is my last hope he give medicine called name azelex acid cream 20% almost 1 week helps smoother lighting little bit I have to use morning and night time not looks like chemical pill and doctor told me don't use chemical peel lighting cream he offer just this lets see hope I will post how's go notes: azelex cream expensive 300$ but my lost hope I want back my face before good luck

Sorry to hear. Have you tried filing a report or complaint w/ the appropriate authorities? Here in the US you make a report to the FDA re: the device and to the dr.'s licensing board re: the doctor's care. A lot of people, like me, end up w/ textural problems (pitting, crepe-iness, depressions, lines, etc.) from IPL and lasers (for me it was an IPL). It's outrageous that providers and medical devices makes are not required to disclose this effect in a prominent and obvious way to consumers. I've heard some people recommend temporary fillers and / or fat grafts, but these are expensive and the idea of further procedures is pretty scary. I've also heard of some people getting chemical peels, and even heard of some people having success w/ low-dose accutane. I would say if your texture has not improved by about 2 years it may not improve on its own. I am trying RetinA for the acne explosion I got from IPL. At least you don't have pigment problems. I'm dealing w/ that too and it's really depressing when you have to pile on more makeup 3 mos AFTER IPL than you did BEFORE the IPL. God I feel like picketing the FDA, the maker, and the doctor!

I think you should use retin a. Also, have you lost a lot of weight?

I think you may have lost a lot of weight and that maybe you need to talk to a nutritional therapist.

Thank you Eva G you are so kind and made me little brave will be fix I pray everyday guys my texture come smooths azelex cream 300$ real one your doctor has to be Presription azelex cream 20% good luck

Glad you posted, I nearly made an appointment to have fraxel done & thought I should check reviews. Hopefully you find something that helps soon. If it's any consolation, you have a lovely skin tone - no redness. But I know it's all about how you see yourself & not how others perceive you. Best of luck!

Fat loss is common, for an unbiased opinion on the natural process of ageing, seek a secondary option. In my opinion fat loss was not accelerated by laser resurfacing. In fact, for some people laser adds volume to their cheeks, increasing the perception of youth. The use of HA fillers or fat transfer can easily, and safely rectify this natural ageing process. I don't think it is the fault of Dr Goodman, however, a secondary opinion by a Specialist will determine if this was the case. All the best. Dr Davin Lim Laser Dermatologist Brisbane, Australia westderm.com.au

Wow.. I was going to do fraxel laser but to many people have a negative experience !! Anyway I have been doing derma rolling with 2.5 mm needle and 2.0 and 1.5 and 1.0 and I love the results. Also I use retinol ( vitamin a ) and I add vitamin c to that aswell.

I have had severe acne and acne scarring my whole life so I mean no insensitivity at all. If you know there is something wrong with your face, it eats at you every day!! But I just want to leave some positive words.. You are a beautiful woman with clear albeit dry skin evenly toned!! You win some you lose some.. Wrinkles do not ruin beauty and judging from those pics I would guess you were younger than 29 anyways

You don't look bad at all, as far as I can see from the pictures. Your skin is smooht and with homogenous color. Maybe you should visit psychologyste. I hope you will feel better.