Is hyperpigmentation a common post Fraxel side effect?

Is postFraxel hyperpigmentation a problem? What is the treatment? Does it get worse with further treatments?

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More About Doctor David Green, MD

Published on Jul 16, 2021

Is the hyperpigmentation immediately after treatment? Or is the hyperpigmentation persisting months after treatment? If the latter, further treatments may not be a good idea. Such pigmentation fades and can be aided by topical agents that promote lightening of the skin.

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Answered by David Green, MD (View Profile)

Is the hyperpigmentation immediately after treatment? Or is the hyperpigmentation persisting months after treatment? If the latter, further treatments may not be a good idea. Such pigmentation fades and can be aided by topical agents that promote lightening of the skin.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Jeffrey A. Sweat, MD

Published on Oct 09, 2017

For skin types that are predisposed to hyper pigmentation, I always recommend prepping the skin prior to any advanced treatments to ensure optimum results. A product I highly recommend pre and post treatment is Lytera 2.0 by SkinMedica to prevent and correct pigmentation issues.

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Answered by Jeffrey A. Sweat, MD

For skin types that are predisposed to hyper pigmentation, I always recommend prepping the skin prior to any advanced treatments to ensure optimum results. A product I highly recommend pre and post treatment is Lytera 2.0 by SkinMedica to prevent and correct pigmentation issues.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Esta Kronberg, M.D.

Published on Jan 25, 2010

I have not had any problem with patients hyperpigmenting after Fraxel treatments. However, the patients must use a good quality sunscreen every day and be sun wise. This means no sun bathing and wearing a broad brimmed hat when outdoors. The treatment if they should get it is to use hydroquinone products or AHAs to get rid of it.

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Answered by Esta Kronberg, M.D.

I have not had any problem with patients hyperpigmenting after Fraxel treatments. However, the patients must use a good quality sunscreen every day and be sun wise. This means no sun bathing and wearing a broad brimmed hat when outdoors. The treatment if they should get it is to use hydroquinone products or AHAs to get rid of it.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

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