General FAQ

Can I see some before and after photos of people who have had your Los Angeles Fraxel treatments?

Here is an example of a patient who used Fraxel for acne scars: Before After 4 treatments Courtesy of: Jill E. Lezaic, DO Here is an example of a patient who used Fraxel for skin resurfacing: Before After 3 treatments Courtesy of: Faces Plus Laser & Skin, Inc. Here is…

What should I do to prepare for my Los Angeles Fraxel treatments?

Stay out of the sun as much as possible and do not use any Retin-A or Retinol-type products for at least a week prior to treatment with Fraxel. Fraxel Laser Treatment can be performed at Cosmetique Aesthetics using only topical anesthesia in most cases. If you are having a significant…

What happens after my Los Angeles Fraxel laser treatment?

You will experience a mild sunburn sensation for about an hour and then minimal discomfort. The skin will have a pinkish tone for 5 to 7 days. This is a normal sign that the skin is deeply healing. Swelling is minimal and generally resolves in 2 to 3 days. You…

What are the benefits of Los Angeles Fraxel treatments?

Improve texture tone and pore size Erase unwanted brown spots Smooth wrinkles around the eyes and acne scars Rejuvenate your neck, chest and hands Minimal downtime…

What is a Chemical Peel?

Chemical peels are administered by a physician applying alphy hydroxyl acid, trichloroacetic acid or phenol to the patient’s skin in an effort to reduce and/or eliminate fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars, sun damage and a host of other skin ailments. The application removes the outer layers of the skin…

What are the Benefits of Chemical Peels?

Patients who receive chemical peel treatments can enjoy the elimination of fine lines, deep wrinkles, sun damage, uneven skin pigmentation, blotchiness and a variety of other skin conditions. Chemical peels remove dead skin cells to allow a new layer of skin to flourish.…

How long do Chemical Peel treatments take?

Typical chemical peels take approximately 15 to 30 minutes, giving it the widely known nickname “the lunchtime peel”. Times may vary depending on the severity of the skin condition.…

What types of Chemical Peels are available?

Chemical peels are administered for a wide variety of skin problems. If you have uneven pigmentation, your chemical peel treatment would differ from someone who wanted to remove blemishes or wrinkles. Superficial chemical peels are the mildest of chemical peels that can be used on all skin types. Glycolic acid…

Are there any side effects to Chemical Peels?

Patients who receive chemical peel treatments may experience temporary redness, tenderness, stinging and burning sensations, and flaking and peeling. Talk to your physician about the type of chemical peel you are considering and its possible side effects. Every patient is different.…

What are the risks to Chemical Peels?

While chemical peels rarely result in serious complications, risks may include scarring, infection, changes in skin color and/or tone, and swelling. You can help reduce any risks by following your doctor’s recommendations for care following your chemical peel.…

How many Chemical Peels treatments will I need?

You will likely see improvement after just one treatment; however, many patients see a need for one chemical peel every four to six weeks.…

Is it safe to combine Chemical Peels with Microdermabrasion?

Patients may use chemical peels in combination with microdermabrasion to improve skin’s appearance.…