Fraxel Laser Acne Treatment Reviews

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Dianthe, Fort Collins, Colorado Jan 6th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Excellent Results Cons: Pain, end of story. I tend to be a little wimpy anyway but I did find the recovery to be a bit painful. It was short lived - about 3 days of pain and then a few weeks of flaky and redness. Bottom Line: I had a moderate to severe amount of acne scars on my face and tried everything & everything would make me break out then continue the cycle. The fraxel laser is by far a blessing. I have had 6 treatments and I am very happy with the result. My MD told me that 3-4 months after your last fraxel is your final result and I have found that to be true I did see improvement sooner but the final result is awesome.They are not totally gone but way better. My face was swollen beyond belief, it cracked,bruised and bled-I was UGLY for a few days after each treatment but it was worth it. USE ICE, it helps so does the RX burn cream called Silvadene.The best cover up for dry and red Bare Essentials mineral foundaton the minerals actually help it feel better. Have a MD do it, you will get a better result. I had a tech do one and I did not get the same result I did with MD.ztyedi@[link removed] if you want to "talk" more.I am happy to share. Dr. Stewart/Denver Dr. DeLatorre/Fort Collins ROCK the fraxel! Recommended: Yes Usage: Dianthe has used this item for about a year. Price Paid: 3,600.00 Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

helpseekingroxy, miami, fl Jan 3rd, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Hardly any downtime Bottom Line: I had the treatment done yesterday evening. It was very painful but so far worth it. I have severe acne scars and at this point I think this is the best thing out there, I woke up this morning very swollen wih 1 eye almost shut. I dont feel any pain or itchines. My skin feels smoother already but I know its because I'm still swollen. I'll have to keep you updated on my progress. I paid $2,150.00 for 3 treatments.I would defenitely recommend it. Recommended: Yes Usage: helpseekingroxy has used this item for a day or two. Price Paid: 2,150.00 Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

sasan, iran Jan 1st, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: the cost of this treatment in my country ! Bottom Line: i have just afew acne scars and i wish i didnt do that . it left me with marks after 2 days . and still have a redness in place . but my pores have improved by 80 % . my freind had similar problem and it was really good for him . it depends on your skin and its diffrent for each person . its just a risk i recomend not take it . Recommended: No Usage: sasan has used this item for a day or two. Price Paid: 12.00 Acne severity: very light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

brandi, huntington beach, ca Dec 20th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: best resurfacing ever without a lot of downtime - it must be done 3 weeks apart for 4-5 treatments for best results Cons: very expensive and hurts a bit Bottom Line: I will do it once a year as I can afford it to keep my smooth skin but you have to do dan's regimen or you're face will break out and cause scarring or spots right back where you started. Recommended: Yes Price Paid: 750.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Lucky girl, Australia Nov 26th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Can't find any yet Cons: Face swollen and sore Skin feels irritated and rough HORRIBLE acne breakout Bottom Line: It is nine days after my first treatment and I am distraught so far at the results. I had it done for minor acne scarring and chicken pox scars. The rest of my skin had been clear since coming off Roaccutane 11 months ago. Anyway, I expected the swelling, redness and dryness but not for this long and I certainy didn't expect the major acne breakout i am going through and for my cheeks to feel rough to touch still. I called my derm at day 7 and she gave me Bactrim to try and calm the breakout. I have a big social weekenc this weekend so I hope things improve by then as I can't even put makeup on at the moment as no matter how much Cetaphil I put on it still feels dry and makeup looks cakey. i have about 11 whiteheads on my chin and lots of red bumps and I can't go out as I don't want to pcick them so that they don't scar but I can't face people looking like this!! HOpefully when this horrible stage passes I still might be happy with the results but I don't see it yet!! Recommended: No Usage: Lucky girl has used this item for about a week. Price Paid: 700.00 Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

want2improvemyskin, slc Nov 12th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: I want to try Fraxel, please someone out there that are already Cons: done please give me more advise. Bottom Line: My appointment is next week, as I read through all your reviews, I kind of chicken out, whether i should do it not. I don't want to spend the money if it's not helping. Recommended: Yes Price Paid: 3,000.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Anonymous Nov 1st, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: i have only had one so im not to sure yet Cons: it hurt really bad. My skin was red and super hot afterwards. I was really swollen and my lower part of my face blisted and oozed a liquid. Bottom Line: im not sure if the price and pain is worth it and all this swelling and blistering stuff is making me nervous but im going back in about 3 weeks so well see Recommended: No Usage: Reviewer has used this item for about a week. Price Paid: 2,000.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

traveler29, North Carolina Oct 27th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Mild pain, little down time, worth the money. Cons: None so far. Bottom Line: I just had my first Fraxel treatment 5 days ago. The first 2 days my face was swollen, and I peeled for 2 days. And after 4 days you couldn't tell that I had anything done. It is a great treatment. I have already began to see results. I had moderate acne scarring. And the results are fantastic. My skin is tighter, softer to the touch, and my scars are starting to fade. Love the Fraxel!! Recommended: Yes Usage: traveler29 has used this item for about a week. Price Paid: 1,200.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Anonymous, La Jolla, CA Oct 6th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Saw immediate reduction of pores on 2nd treatment, 1st got rid of brown sun spots on face and chin. Skin has less congestion. Large brown spot on face has not come back. Cons: Hurts, but the results are worth it. 1st treatment, I was swollen for 3 days. Less the next treatments. Must use sunscreen on a daily basis in a sunny climate and I have olive skin that never used to burn. Bottom Line: Make sure a Board Certified M.D. performs the procedure, not a medi-spa. M.D.s have a lot of follow-up. I have gone to this M.D. many times in the last 20 years. Products given to me to use were great in moisturizing and helping skin heal. Recommended: Yes Usage: Reviewer has used this item for about a year. Price Paid: 6,500.00 Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Gina, Lake Norman,NC Oct 5th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: My skin feels softer, smoother, pores appear smaller. The light in the laser gives off heat and cleared up all of the bacteria under my skin and active acne. My "poc" mark on my forehead is lighter. Not gone, but looks better after 1 treatment. Cons: I was expecting a lot of pain but only felt pain in certain areas. (jaw line and temples...OUCH!) Afterwards I was red. I was a little swollen right after but not enough to stay indoors. Bottom Line: Bottom line, the pain factor all depends on you. Many people have said it was so awful and I went in thinking I would die. If you've had laser hair removal, you can do THIS. My Med-Spa had a really great after treatment gel and that helped with the "heat" and "reddness" afterwards. I've only done 1 treatment and already feel it was a positive. I have 2 more to go and can't wait to see how much better my skin gets by the end. So, if you can afford it, do it. Just make sure you find someone who knows what they're doing. Sounds like there are a lot of uneducated Dr's out there performing this treatment. Recommended: Yes Usage: Gina has used this item for about a month. Price Paid: 2,500.00 Acne severity: light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

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