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simcha, Fl Jul 27th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: None so far Cons: Took longer to heal than expected. Broke out from the Aquaphor. Painful during procedure. No significant difference so far. Bottom Line: I had this procedure done 12 days ago to diminish fine lines around my upper lip. I was shown pictures of before and afters. I really thought I would look younger and smoother. I was told that I would be red, oozing and then the little dots would just flake off. After 7 days of still looking like a monster, I noticed I was developing pustules all over my upper lip. I also got small red bumps randomly around my face. I had to go back to the Doctor and was put an an antibiotic. He gave me a cream which to me has been a miracle. Biafine. I was told I had a bad reaction to the aquaphor. Luckily after 2 days of doxycycline and the biafine. I completely cleared. Now 12 days later, I am completely healed, just a bit pink in some areas. Why they give a patient who has a history of acne, aquaphor is beyond me. I really wish the Doctor had given me a script for the Biafine in the first place. If you are considering this procedure and have a history of acne, DO NOT use aquaphor. Biafine only! Recommended: No Usage: simcha has used this item for a few weeks. Price Paid: 250.00 Acne severity: very light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Vicki, Colorado Springs Co Jul 20th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: I have worked in a laser clinic since 1993. I have seen remarkable result from CO2 resurfacing for acne scars and some good results from Fraxel lasers Cons: There is down time from two to ten days depending upon which laser is used but we have never had anyone that did not get any result. Bottom Line: Depending upon which laser you use will determine your end result. CO2 is still considered to be the "gold standard" for acne scar revision. Fraxel laser (4 to 6 txs) will give you result but it is only about 50 to 80 percent of what you can acheive with one CO2 treatment. The result is very dependent upon the experience of the Doctor or Laser tech. Please research your clinic. Recommended: Yes Usage: Vicki has used this item for a day or two. Price Paid: 3,000.00 Acne severity: very light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

sharon, tampa, fl Jul 13th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: NONE Much worse Cons: NONE Bottom Line: I had erbium resurfacing done in 07 for acne scars. After surgery I was left with rolling scars, dents, brown spot & redness for over a year. Skin is sooo sensitive, it changed dramatically. I've gone through so many ipl treatments for the broken blood vessels & redness. Now I'm going for laser for all the scars it left including the dent & brown spot on my cheek. Ruined my life. Extreamly painful, didn't sleep for 5 nites. I would never ever recomend anything that takes off a layer of your skin. Only lasers that work underneth. Recommended: No Usage: sharon has used this item for an inconsistent period of time. Price Paid: 5,000.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Anonymous, Greenville, SC Jun 19th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: I had some scaring from large pores on the bottom part of both cheeks. I had the erbium laser twice in the last 10 months and my face looks worse than it did to start with. I am scarred now on all of my face from the laser. I never had acne until now Cons: I am so depressed now because after going through the pain twice, it has made my face worse. I can't stand to look in the mirror now. I thought I was doing something to help me out but only made things worse. Bottom Line: If anyone knows anything I can do for scarring from the laser, please let me know. I am so sad about this and it's taking over my life. Thank you. Recommended: No Usage: Reviewer has used this item for about a year. Price Paid: 800.00 Acne severity: very light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Nichole, Tennessee May 22nd, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Not as painful as you might think, no down time Cons: None at all! Bottom Line: I am not one for pain...going into this procedure this morning I was terrified of the pain and aftermath...every comment I have read on this site didnt make it easy for me to walk in the office calm...My doctors were extremely nice and welcoming, the pain that I was expecting was not pain at all..the best way to describe it is small splashes of hot water on your face...it kind of felt good, my face was not red at first, but about three hours later I looked like I just left the beach....looked like a natural sunburn, The redness is gone now..only lasted five hours...I am back to my normal self and waiting for what is next. I am allowed to wear my make up first thing tomorrow..and I was told to keep lotion on my face and exfoliate as soon as my face starts to peel. As long as I do that, my doctor said nobody will know but me! I am to see him again in a month and looking forward to it, and my new face. Recommended: Yes Usage: Nichole has used this item for a day or two. Price Paid: 500.00 Acne severity: light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Boo, TN May 21st, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: it works Cons: it's expensive, time consuming, and painful. It HAS to be done by a REALLY good doctor which makes it expensive. Bottom Line: DO NOT do this procedure if you have even the slightest doubt in your phsyician! It is not a mild procedure and it can make you look worse. The down time for this was a solid 5 days. You will be BEET red, hideous, and swollen, but if you follow the instructions EXACTLY you will like the results. I will post the day by day under the lasers forum. Recommended: Yes Usage: Boo has used this item for a few months. Price Paid: 3,000.00 Acne severity: light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Katie, avon, CT May 3rd, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: :) Cons: :( Bottom Line: its good Recommended: Yes Usage: Katie has used this item for a few weeks. Price Paid: 400.00 Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Elizabeth, Oxford, MS May 3rd, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Recovery time was reasonable. Well worth the money. I will do it again soon. Only treatment was Jan 01. Results are awesome. Cons: Looked like I had been in a wreck at first. Bottom Line: I have taken 2 rounds of accutane. I believe the laser helped prevent the severity of future breakouts. It has been explained to me that darker skinned people may have different results. I am as pale as anyone comes, so that may play a role in the success in my resurfacing. Recommended: Yes Price Paid: 800.00 Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Linda, Lexington, KY Apr 30th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Some improvement in forehead lines, lightening of a few freckles Cons: Procedure was much more painful than advertised - down time longer than advertised - saw no difference in lines around eyes. Broke out in zits from the thick Aquafor dressing. Bottom Line: Skin looks slight fresher but overall not worth it. Recommended: No Price Paid: 1,000.00 Acne severity: very light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Nicki Shelly, London Apr 29th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: More even skin tone - on the the less sensitive areas. Cons: My chin area developed a terrible acne breakout, infection or rosacea or whatever... still waiting for a proper diagnosis. It's been six months now I a face a constant daily battle to keep my skin under control. I fear I have completely ruined it. Bottom Line: Don't use lasers until you have completely researched the market. If you are not sure, only use the lighter lasers for a less aggressive treatment, or dont do it at all. I used to get much better results from glycolic acid facials, I really wish I'd stuck to them now. Recommended: No Usage: Nicki Shelly has used this item for a few months. Price Paid: 500.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

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