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Mini Frax 1550 Lasermed
7Mar

If you want to know all about Mini Frax 1550, read on. This non-ablative microscopic laser only targets a fraction of the skin at a time. Hence the name fractional skin resurfacing treatment.

Unlike ablative lasers that remove the outer layer of your skin, non-ablative lasers are ‘non-wounding’ because they only heat up the tissue beneath your skin to stimulate new collagen growth. The 1550 wavelength of Fraxel is designed to smooth your skin’s texture by specifically targeting fine lines, wrinkles and acne scarring.

Downtime

The downtime for Mini Frax 1550 is actually quite brief when you consider the dramatic results that it can produce. Expect some redness and possibly puffiness (depending on your type of skin). However, according to Lasermed’s Suzette La Grange, with a dab of foundation, most clients are back to their normal routines the next day.

Preparation

If you have a history of herpes virus or cold sores, tell your laser specialist before they start the procedure. Reason being, the heat of the laser may result in an outbreak.

Avoid sun exposure for four weeks prior and after the procedure. Also, don’t have chemical peels and other exfoliating treatments for two weeks before the treatment. And discontinue topical retinoid, glycolic acid and salicylic acid 10 days before your appointment. Importantly, if you have active acne, rather postpone the procedure until the breakouts have cleared.

The treatment

We apply a numbing cream 45 minutes before treatment. But the procedure itself takes only about 20 minutes. And although it feels hot, it’s quite tolerable. After the treatment, we apply a soothing serum and sunscreen. You’ll look a bit flushed, but that should settle soon.

Remember, it’s imperative to choose a well-trained provider who understands the structure of the skin as well as laser mechanics.

But please stay out of the sun for a few days after treatment and apply sunscreen with broad-spectrum protection daily.

For best results, schedule your follow-up treatments at least once a year. Now you know all about Mini Frax 1550!

24Oct

For those struggling with acne, don’t despair: IPL provides effective acne relief. This laser-based treatment targets the causes of acne under the skin while keeping the top layer of the skin intact.

Also known as intense pulsed light technology, IPL uses high-intensity pulses specifically for  visible changes. And with its broad-spectrum light source, it’s a good treatment for a variety of skin problems, including acne, sun spots, rosacea, acne scars, and more.

Recommended by dermatologists

Indeed, many dermatologists prefer IPL photofacials for patients with severe acne or acne scarring. Not only is it a safer alternative to oral antibiotics, but it also provides excellent results.

The technology uses three wavelengths: 420 nm/blue light which destroys certain acne bacteria, the 560 nm yellow light which addresses swollen acne lesions and the 590 nm red light which paralyses overactive oil glands.

But the treatment will depend on the severity of a patient’s acne condition. Usually, the typical treatment course is about 4 to 6 sessions, at 6-week intervals.

What to expect

To start with, we apply a protective cooling gel to the targeted area to keep the top layer of the skin safe from the heat. You’ll also receive protective goggles for your eyes. Thereafter, we press the IPL device to the treated area. This is when you can expect a bright flash of light. We then move from patch to patch. And if necessary, we’ll repeat this process with each filter.

Finally, we clean the skin and hand you a post-treatment product to help with the healing process.

Luckily, healing is very quick. You’ll feel like you’ve had sunburn and this may last anywhere from 4-6 hours. Side effects also may include slight bruising and reddening for a day after the treatment, and maybe some peeling after the first few weeks.

You’ll notice quite an improvement after the first session, but prepare for a transformation after completing the course. So, good to know that IPL provides effective acne relief.

16Sep

Acne scarring caused our client much distress. Luckily, Lasermed came to the rescue with four Dermapen microneedling treatments – and this was the remarkable result.

Mini Frax 1550
2Mar

So, this is the rub on Mini Frax treatments. First up, many clients (and medical professionals) swear by its rejuvenation effects. Secondly, what they especially enjoy is that there’s minimal downtime.

Most clients cite their main concerns as an ageing skin and the damage of too much sun exposure in the past. A series of Fraxel treatments can help with reducing facial lines, a smoother skin surface texture, fewer and less severe sun spots.

Versatile

Being highly versatile, this laser also can be used on the neck, chest and hands. Several adjustments are possible. For instance, we can adjust the penetration depth, percentage of the surface area covered (concentration of the dots) and the number of passes.

Acne scarring

As the skin damage caused by acne scars tends to be relatively deep, acne scarring has always been one of the most difficult conditions to treat. Enter the Fraxel® laser and Mini Frax 1550. It’s much safer than dermabrasion and less recovery time is needed.

How it works

The laser fires tiny dots into the skin, causing micro-plugs of skin to emerge. And because the area around each plug is untreated, the skin heals rapidly. This is then exactly the concept of fractional laser treatments. By firing tiny columns of laser light into the skin, treatment is deeper, yet with lower risk and faster recovery.

So there you have it. This is the rub on Mini Frax treatments.

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