Fraxel, why do people say you shouldn't get it?
Fraxel is a laser that is famous for improving pores, scars, and skin texture, so everyone has thought about it at least once.
but Redness, sensitivity, dryness, and crusting There are many stories of similar side effects, so I am very worried.
The important thing is, It's not that Fraxel itself is dangerous.
The problem is that side effects can easily occur when ‘you receive it at a level that does not match your skin sensitivity.’
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The reason Fraxel is dangerous is not the treatment itself, but when it is applied more strongly than your skin sensitivity.
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1. Fraxel is not just one laser.
— The strength and principle are different depending on the type.
When you hear the word Fraxel, you might think it's all the same treatment, but it's actually a general term for a variety of lasers that use the 'fractional method'.
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CO2 Fraxel
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Erbium (Abu) Fraxel
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Dual Pico Fraxel
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(Needle high frequency is often grouped together in a broad sense because it uses the fractional principle)
Fraxel emerged as a replacement for the 'peel laser' of the past.
A method that damages only a portion of the skin without removing the entire skin, resulting in faster recovery and less damage. no see.
But any kind A certain level of damage occurs to the skin. do.
2. Then, why do opinions arise that say, ‘You shouldn’t receive it’?
✔ The essence of Fraxel: 'A procedure that creates microscopic wounds on the skin.'
During this process, the following reactions may occur:
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flushing
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fever
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dry
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scab
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Sensitization due to reduced sebum
These side effects are When the skin's acceptable range of stimulation is exceeded It happens more easily.
✔ Treatment intensity × Skin sensitivity = Whether or not side effects occur
for example, Assuming my skin can “withstand up to 60 irritations”:
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Picofraxel → Stimulation range 10-70
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Fraxel Dual → Stimulation range 20-80
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CO2 Fraxel → Stimulation range 50-100
in other words, Any laser can cause side effects if it exceeds the skin's tolerance. .
That's why people say, "Fraxel is dangerous."
3. Key to reducing side effects: Accurately determine 'my skin sensitivity'
The safety of Fraxel is ultimately How well the practitioner reads the skin condition and designs the intensity It depends.
Your practitioner will create a treatment plan by combining:
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What type of Fraxel to use
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Energy intensity
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Number of shots
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Whether the shots overlap
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Set skin depth
for example, Even people who come to the hospital because of the same 'pores and scars'
If the thickness, sensitivity, and depth of the scar are different A completely different combination It must be treated with .
4. Understanding with examples:
“Why were some people fine and others blushing so much?”
The skin A type that can withstand up to 80 stimulation levels For:
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Deep scar → Middle high frequency
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Surface boundary → Erbium Fraxel
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Excess area → Jubelook/scar filler
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Narrow and deep scar → TCA
In this way, there are many combinations Total stimulation level within 80 If you design it as You can expect results with Fraxel without any side effects.
in other words, 'It's not the type of procedure that matters, Within the range my skin can handle The key is whether it is designed or not.
5. Things to check before the procedure (✓)
There is no need to avoid Fraxel at all costs, It can be dangerous to receive it anywhere.
✔ Things to check during consultation
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Fraxel Is it suitable for my skin type?
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What type of laser is used?
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Specific treatment methods such as intensity, number of shots, and depth
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What response will be taken when side effects occur?
If only these four things could be clearly explained, The worry about side effects is greatly reduced.