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I had a level 1 Halo laser about 8 weeks ago. I...
I had a level 1 Halo laser about 8 weeks ago. I had acne pretty bad when I was younger and my skin texture and pore size has always bothered me. I did the lowest level treatment because I was honestly really scared I was going to mess up my face plus I'm very sensitive with fair skin.
Jessica was 100% honest with me and made me feel very comfortable during my consultation. She said that I would look crazy for a week and that's true. If anyone tells you there's no downtime they're lying. It's at least a week and probably longer if you have a more aggressive treatment. They say you're allowed to wear makeup the next day but there no way you would want to. It will stick to all the dryness and look ridiculous.
I was numbed for an hour before the procedure. It is not comfortable. I had a mini-profractional today and that is at least 3 times worse than the Halo. So it's bearable. Your face feels very hot for several hours after. There is swelling. I was swollen for two days. It looks like you've gotten a really really bad sunburn and it feels like it too. Sleep elevated and have ice packs ready.
The cicalfate is your best friend. Use it. I didn't want to at first because I was afraid I'd break out which I did a little but it was worth it. The cicalfate helps keep your skin protected and helps the peeling. You will peel. For days.
After the first week you have what they call the "Halo Glow". You look sunburned still. It's not that glamour a but at this point you can wear makeup without looking like a crusty mess. I was disappointed in my results at first but at week 3 is when I really noticed a difference. My skin is at least 50% better. It's pretty amazing. I highly recommend having it done. I had it done on a Thursday after work and then had a long weekend. Most of the peeling was done when I went back to work but it wasn't until the next Friday it was complete.
This treatment is definitely worth it but you will have downtime. I see a lot of reviews where people have been told there's no downtime and they get upset. I would too but I was told I would look a mess and I knew far in advance. I know it's expensive but I would do a light treatment at first if you're nervous. I'd rather do two light treatments than one super aggressive one. The more aggressive the more downtime.
Jessica was 100% honest with me and made me feel very comfortable during my consultation. She said that I would look crazy for a week and that's true. If anyone tells you there's no downtime they're lying. It's at least a week and probably longer if you have a more aggressive treatment. They say you're allowed to wear makeup the next day but there no way you would want to. It will stick to all the dryness and look ridiculous.
I was numbed for an hour before the procedure. It is not comfortable. I had a mini-profractional today and that is at least 3 times worse than the Halo. So it's bearable. Your face feels very hot for several hours after. There is swelling. I was swollen for two days. It looks like you've gotten a really really bad sunburn and it feels like it too. Sleep elevated and have ice packs ready.
The cicalfate is your best friend. Use it. I didn't want to at first because I was afraid I'd break out which I did a little but it was worth it. The cicalfate helps keep your skin protected and helps the peeling. You will peel. For days.
After the first week you have what they call the "Halo Glow". You look sunburned still. It's not that glamour a but at this point you can wear makeup without looking like a crusty mess. I was disappointed in my results at first but at week 3 is when I really noticed a difference. My skin is at least 50% better. It's pretty amazing. I highly recommend having it done. I had it done on a Thursday after work and then had a long weekend. Most of the peeling was done when I went back to work but it wasn't until the next Friday it was complete.
This treatment is definitely worth it but you will have downtime. I see a lot of reviews where people have been told there's no downtime and they get upset. I would too but I was told I would look a mess and I knew far in advance. I know it's expensive but I would do a light treatment at first if you're nervous. I'd rather do two light treatments than one super aggressive one. The more aggressive the more downtime.
Provider Review
Monarch Plastic Surgery
Jessica Hager
Monarch Plastic Surgery: Very friendly, knowledgeable, trustworthy