Fraxel Laser Acne Treatment Reviews

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Anonymous, Dallas, Tx Apr 10th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: After one treatment, years of sun damage to my hands and arms have disappeared. Cons: Quite painful, especially on the hands. Bottom Line: I had this done because at 37 my hands were already starting to get a crepey (like crepe paper) appearance and had tons of freckles on my fair skin. It was quite costly and definitely painful (needed a Vicodin to complete the hand treatment), but worth it! My skin is smooth, supple and the freckles have faded. I would say make absolutely sure that your physician is qualified to do this procedure. I see some very low prices and it makes me wonder exactly what they did. Recommended: Yes Usage: Reviewer has used this item for about a month. Price Paid: 1,200.00 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

lee, cerritos, CA Apr 8th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: dont know if there is any good from this Cons: doctor did not tell me the risks of pigmentation changes Bottom Line: dermatologist are manipulative liars. you can compare a dermatologist to a car salesman. i had a nice pale white skin and now its discolored with pigmentation. i regret doing the initial procedure because my main purpose on doing this treatment was to reduce my visible acne scars. i can do anything but now stay home and avoid the sun. bottom line is " WHAT AM I GOING TO DO!?!?!?!?!?!?" is this pigmentation and discoloration permanent???!!??!!? damn .... i feel like i got my dignity taken away from me. some one reply please because i am very scared and worried Recommended: No Usage: lee has used this item for about a month. Price Paid: 150.00 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Anonymous, Texas Mar 12th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: I have had one Fraxel treatment exactly two weeks ago. The skin on my cheeks shows nice improvement with smaller pores. However, it was the scars on my chin that were the real concern for me and I notice NO difference there. Cons: Very painful to me. Huge swollen face for 48 hours. "No downtime" is insane. Needed Vicodin afterward and my pain tolerance has always been pretty high. 5 days after treatment had a terrible acne breakout. Like a rash, but some of the acne remains. Bottom Line: The improvement in the upper half of my face gives me hope in spite of the pain and aftermath. Unfortunately those of us with acne scarring are willing to go through almost anything to finally have smooth skin. I will reluctantly but hopefully continue my fraxel treatments. But would love some suggestions on how to deal with the problems I had -- particularly the acne breakout since this is the problem that got me here to begin with. My dr. is treating my scarring very aggressively. I am willing to tolerate the pain (although next time I will go in having taken a Vicodin). But I'm afraid that the additional breakouts are just going to contribute further to my scarring. Time will tell. Next treatment is in two weeks. Recommended: Yes Usage: Reviewer has used this item for a few weeks. Price Paid: 900.00 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

elliesma, New York, NY Mar 8th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Had it yesterday. I am not very red but I am swollen. I could go out if I needed to without feeling self conscious. I think I have reacted better than most compared to other posts I have read. Cons: Hurt around the eyes, hairline and jawline. The rest of my face was manageable. I was ready to be done when he was done though. I am starting to have a little breakout around the lip line. Mini postules the size of a pin head. Bottom Line: If it improves your self confidence and makes you feel and look better - do it. I am supposed to go back in one month for 2nd treatment. Also, I used the newest laser and went to a top doc. Do your research and find a great board certified dermatologist. I used the clear numbing gel, 2 pain pills, the cooling fan, anti-biotic for a week and 3 days worth of anti swelling pills. Recommended: Yes Usage: elliesma has used this item for a day or two. Price Paid: 1,000.00 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Lisa, Oneonta ny Feb 16th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Little down time! Cons: expensive Bottom Line: I am so happy I did not listen to the bad reviews and took the plunge! It is amazing. After one treatment at level 60, which I was told was the lowest she would go, I can't believe how much better I look. I would say, exept for my deeper acne scars, that I am 40 to 50% better. I don't look like scarface in grey light! Make sure that whoever does this is aggressive and not just taking your money. Also, just to let people know, I got rid of my acne simply by eliminating dairy...If you have cystic acne, look it up! Recommended: Yes Usage: Lisa has used this item for a few weeks. Price Paid: 400.00 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Anonymous, Sydney, Australia Feb 6th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Results, results and results. Feeling great, looking forward to minimising these stupid scars.. Cons: 3-4 days of Hybernating, Telling your friends lies that you can't see them as I felt self conscious with my Red cheeks and shiny face.. But all up definately worth it Bottom Line: Shop around, get a few quotes from different Doctors, I found some doctors just wanted to get your money, offering 4 visits and get the 5th one half price... The Laser specialist I am seeing is great, recommending I wait 3 months between treatments as she has seen maximum results this way... I've been twice so far and already I'm seeing big improvemnts, she expects 4 treatments should do it and only charges $400 per treatment... Recommended: Yes Usage: Reviewer has used this item for an inconsistent period of time. Price Paid: 400.00 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

anonymous, New York, NY Feb 1st, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: I've had 3 treatments for fairly severe acne scarring. The last was 2 1/2 months ago. I'd tried C02 laser & saw minimal improvement. The Fraxel did the job--my skin is so much better! I'd planned to do 4 but don't know if I really need another Cons: It's painful but certainly bearable, and I was very red for a day or two, but it's well worth the results. Bottom Line: Find a dermatologist who specializes in Fraxel (my doctor only does Fraxel at the practice she shares with another dermatologist). After you've had your treatments, I recommend going in for occasional hydroxy peels, which tighten the pores and help prevent further breakouts. I am in my mid-50's and have struggled with this all my life. It is awesome! Recommended: Yes Usage: anonymous has used this item for a few months. Price Paid: 1,500.00 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

amy, georgia Jan 27th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: it works! cost 100 more with meds. i have had 3 treatments and i dont think i will need anymore. maybe once a year if i am lucky! just for up keep of my skin but my skin looks great! 32 years old love it Cons: my md puts on numbing cream before and i had the med because i had a driver and i didnt feel any pain except for about 30 min after while i was leaving Bottom Line: i have had three treatments and i could see it worked right away with the frist treatment. 2nd even more. i have just finished my 3rd treatment and this time i got a cold sore. the frist 2 i did not. i took meds to prevent it each time. with my experience i was swollen for about 3 days red 5 to 7. i had no peeling because i used biafine thru the frist 4 to 5 days thats the trick. so if i peeled you could not tell. my face stayed smooth. i hurt for about 30 min after i used cold packs on my face. but my face was red for about a week and i didnt use makeup after treatment i cant imagine that it was all about the biafine and sunscreen for me! Recommended: Yes Usage: amy has used this item for about a year. Price Paid: 1,300.00 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

E, Bay Area Jan 12th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Improved acne scarring, fine lines, skin discoloration, & tightened skin/pores. Cons: Slightly painful during procedure, burning sensation for 1-2 hours after procedure, intense redness and swelling for first couple days after treatment. Laser stimulates the oil glands so I had a hard time with break-outs around my chin area. Bottom Line: Definitely well worth the time, cost, pain of getting the treatment. I have had 4 treatments so far and my skin has drastically improved in all areas. One treatment erases about a few years of damage. The more treatments, the more drastic the improvements. You can't expect miracles, but years of skin damage are gone after only a few treaments and only a few months. I did break out after the treatments, but that's only temporary, but the results are permanent. Recommended: Yes Usage: E has used this item for a few months. Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

kungfugeisha, nyc Dec 20th, 2007 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: none Cons: hypopigmentation Bottom Line: Went to a reputable dermatologist in NJ. I have fair asian/irish skin so I expressed my hyperpigmentation concerns with my doctor. The procedure was only really painful on my cheeks, where most of my acne scars exist. I am not sure if he cranked up the power for these areas but there is now hypopigmentation and what appears to be slightly raisd striations. Recommended: No Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

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