Are bumps and pimples normal after Fraxel?

I underwent Fraxel three weeks ago and I noticed that my face purged with whiteheads and small acne all over my forehead (but not cystic). Is this normal? Thanks for any help or advice you can provide.

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More About Doctor Harry Glassman, M.D.

Published on Jan 31, 2019

This may represent milia, which is trapped oil under your skin. Not common after Fraxel. You should return to the person who treated you so that you can work on a technology or skin care regimen that will open the entrapments and permit their drainage.

Answered by Harry Glassman, M.D. (View Profile)

This may represent milia, which is trapped oil under your skin. Not common after Fraxel. You should return to the person who treated you so that you can work on a technology or skin care regimen that will open the entrapments and permit their drainage.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Elite MD

Published on Aug 29, 2012

Acne after Fraxel is sometimes related to the inflammation from the
treatment or from having an acne history. Another factor is the ointment
used after he treatment to keep the skin moist. Aquaphor is famous for the
condition you describe, but Aquaphor has its place. Have your BCD or BCPS
evaluate you and determine what the best creams for you to use are and
implement them.

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Answered by Elite MD

Acne after Fraxel is sometimes related to the inflammation from the
treatment or from having an acne history. Another factor is the ointment
used after he treatment to keep the skin moist. Aquaphor is famous for the
condition you describe, but Aquaphor has its place. Have your BCD or BCPS
evaluate you and determine what the best creams for you to use are and
implement them.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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