What is the difference between Fraxel DUAL and Fraxel repair?

One notable difference between the two Fraxel® treatments is that Fraxel® re:pair is an ablative therapy while Fraxel® DUAL 1550/1927 is a non-ablative procedure.

What can I expect after Fraxel repair?

after the treatment. Most patients complete this process 5 – 7 days after a treatment on the face. (On off-face areas, such as hands/arms, where healing is slower, the process may take up to 2 weeks.) redness resolves during the first week after treatment, but a rosy “glow” can remain for several weeks.

Are Fraxel results immediate?

How long does it take to see results from Fraxel laser treatment? Results are both immediate and progressive. Optimal improvement is usually visible in 2 to 3 months, but the skin can continue to improve for up to a year.

How long does it take to heal from Fraxel repair?

The downtime to ablative Fraxel (so Fraxel Repair) is typically a week. During the first two days, you can expect redness, throbbing, and swelling (like a sunburn), then between days three to five, your skin will start to roughen up and peel.

What is the strongest Fraxel?

There is Fraxel Restore, a non-ablative (meaning no open wounds) laser, and Fraxel Repair, which is the most powerful and uses an ablative fractionated carbon dioxide laser for more severe cases.

How can I speed up my Fraxel recovery?

Gentle Cleanser by Skinceuticals or Stem Cell Cleanser by Image Skincare – both are going to be very gentle and won’t cause any irritation while the skin is healing. CE Ferulic Serum by Skinceuticals is proven to speed the recovery process of Fraxel by three days!

How often can you do Fraxel repair?

If you’re trying to get rid of wrinkles or acne scarring, it’s three to five sessions. For both acne and wrinkles, it’s recommended to space out sessions four weeks apart. For photo damage, you space out sessions six to eight weeks apart.

How often can you get Fraxel repair?

To achieve these effects, most patients need three to five treatments each spaced four weeks apart. Of course, this timeline depends on the exact concern you want to address. Hyperpigmentation, for instance, can usually be corrected in one or two sessions.

Does Fraxel tighten neck skin?

Fraxel Repair uses carbon dioxide laser beams, which not only minimize wrinkles and discolorations, but also have the ability to tighten skin. This is why it is a smart choice for sagging neck skin.

How can I make my fractional laser resurfacing heal faster?

Keeping your face well hydrated after receiving laser skin resurfacing can help alleviate this with the use of doctor-approved moisturizing creams or lotions. Hydrating your skin will not only allow your skin to be more elastic and heal faster but also offers a degree of comfort as you contract facial muscles.