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    All you need to know about Fraxel

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    Ever wondered what it’s like to get a skin resurfacing laser treatment? bh’s Bree did, so she signed up for a Fraxel treatment at The Clinic in Bondi Junction.

    So what is Fraxel? It’s a minimally invasive clinical laser treatment, which resurfaces ageing and sun-damaged skin to reveal a refreshed and glowing complexion in a matter of days.

    Watch Bree’s video above, or check out her thoughts below. We think the results speak for themselves - just look at that glow!


     

    Q. Why did you decide to get Fraxel? Who is it suited for?

    A. After recently having a baby and breastfeeding, my skin looked dull and pigmented. I wanted to do something that would boost my skin and give it a noticeable glow, as well as soften fine lines and lighten pigmentation. But Fraxel doesn’t only help with dullness and pigmentation – it’s also great for anyone wanting to tackle the signs of ageing, sun damage or scarring.
     

    Q. What does the Fraxel treatment involve?

    A. When I arrived at The Clinic for my appointment, a numbing ”‹cream was applied to my face. After approximately one hour, the cream had taken effect and it was time for the Fraxel laser. The laser is a bright red light that is rolled over your skin in sections. The treatment itself took no more than fifteen minutes and felt”‹ slightly prickly and warm. I found there were moments of”‹ discomfort, but no pain.”‹

    Immediately after the treatment, my skin felt hot, so cool air was blown on my face. My skin was slightly red, similar to mild sunburn. But the hour and a half following was rather uncomfortable – my skin felt intensely hot, so during the car ride home I blasted my car air-con directly on my face for relief.”‹
     

    Q. How many treatments do you need to have?

    A. It depends on your skin concerns and condition, but it’s usually between one and five treatments. I achieved ”‹my desired results after just one recommended treatment.
     

    Q. Was there any downtime?

    A. There was no pain after the initial one and a half hours of intense heat. Appearance-wise, the downtime was a lot better than I anticipated. I went to work the following day and my face was slightly swollen with what looked like pixelated sunburn. Over the following three days, my skin was really dark brown and began shedding, so when I needed to leave the house, I just popped on a big hat and sunnies.
     

    Q. Now, let’s talk results! Have you noticed a difference in the appearance of your skin?

    A. As I write this, I’m currently at day six and the initial results are great – my complexion is even and my pigmentation is almost unnoticeable. It feels like my imperfections were brought to the surface and removed to reveal a fresh layer of healthier skin. I’m excited to see how my skin continues to change over the coming weeks. As the laser worked on a deep level to stimulate collagen, I should see improvements every day.

    Would you like to try Fraxel? What are your main skin concerns?

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    128 Member Comments

    RINNY 14 Aug 2020 10:37 AM

    I had this treatment last year and I was so happy with the results. It reduces the fine lines around my eyes, removed some of the redness in my face and acne scarring. I only had one treatment. I'd probably wait a few more years before I get it again. It was a bit pricey, $1300 so it's not something I would have done regularly or want to have multiple sessions of at a time.

    Leala1 19 May 2018 8:43 AM

    Wow! Amazing! Before this treatment she had no makeup on and afterwards she did! How incredible! I would pay anything for that!

    Chrystalage 1 Apr 2018 11:56 PM

    Hmm, I tried a free sample of this same type of laser and OMG it was seriously painful.

    Susmat 22 Mar 2018 9:10 AM

    would be no good for me - sensitive skin and already have rosy red cheeks!

    Gemini Jen 21 Mar 2018 7:32 PM

    Is Fraxel another form of Sublative E2 laser. ? (Radio Freq laser)

    I had my second treatment yesterday. Easier to deal with 2nd time round hot for about 2hrs yesterday.No swelling today. I think she toned it down a notch. no worse than a mild sunburn this time. Fiirst time was pretty red for 3 days.

    Gemini Jen 21 Mar 2018 7:34 PM

    Also I hate when people show a "result" with a full face of makeup. That's not helpful to anyone. just saying...

    Yohanna 21 Mar 2018 8:54 AM

    Love glowing skin and with age (40) it tends to diminish slowly, if there are ways to maintain that glow, sign me up...results of this treatment are amazing

    Sally10 20 Mar 2018 7:50 PM

    I have sensitive skin, I think this would irritate it.

    jillian.ah 20 Mar 2018 3:28 PM

    Bree's skin looks AH-mazing! I'd love to try it but afraid of the intense burning sensation for the hours after the treatment. I think I'll give it a miss for now, opting for less invasive options.

    Trish_D 28 Feb 2018 5:37 PM

    Happy to give this a miss. Some of the newer treatments give me shivers, with the thought of them, even if they might work well.

    Shop A Everyday 3 Feb 2018 11:39 PM

    I once went into a salon where the therapist had some sort of fraxel lasering done, and 3 weeks later, her skin frightened me so much I could never consider it

    Gemini Jen 21 Mar 2018 7:41 PM

    Maybe she had Co2 laser done. That's way intense but only one session required. I couldn t cope with after seeing numerous accounts on youtube. and I also chickened out of under eye laser cut cos I didn't want to ruin my holiday. I regret it now.

    Shop A Everyday 24 Mar 2018 5:05 PM

    That's most probably it, it put me off for life, love your wrinkles

    Sally10 1 Feb 2018 5:55 PM

    The results look good.............but with sensitive skin, I think I will give this a miss.

    caz1 1 Feb 2018 3:58 PM

    I've had 2 lazer Fraxel treatments...and it was way more painful than described. I was supposed to go back for 3rd but couldn't go through with it again. Treatments need to be done in winter so you're not getting too much sun (even if you use hightest block). Also pigmentation comes back again. So ladies think long and hard before this treatment.

    sootyblack_14 1 Feb 2018 2:28 PM

    Sounds really interesting, but not sure I want to try it...

    Susmat 31 Jan 2018 8:33 AM

    My skin would complain about this I'm sure - soooo sensitive.

    Chrystalage 30 Jan 2018 11:04 PM

    I tried a session and I have no doubt it works well but the pain and discomfort was more than I could tolerate and I've got a reasonably high pain threshold

    onlyoni 30 Jan 2018 6:22 PM

    Great video. The results of having the treatment are amazing but I think I'd be too scared to try anything like this, and I don't think I could put up with the healing process either.

    Belindarella 30 Nov 2017 5:50 PM

    I wonder how close to the eye area they can go??

    Peacock-Phoenix 15 Sep 2017 1:57 PM

    I'd be a bit concerned about the peeling and rough skin for the three days after treatment - I don't think I have three days in a row where I don't have to look presentable! But the biggest problem for me would be the cost, though I'd love to get rid of my fine lines and pigmentation

    Shop A Everyday 4 Jun 2017 4:39 PM

    I am concerned about the peeling, one lady I saw had crusty skin for months

    Smartcat 30 May 2017 8:08 PM

    I remember as a young girl watching a sci fi movie called Logan's Run about a utopian society, in the future, in which everyone is young and beautiful (because they kill you once you turn 30 to keep the population down). In this movie they use lasers for beauty treatments and we were in total unbelieving awe and thinking how fantastic it would be if you could use lasers for beauty. It was an absolutely mind blowing concept. Now some 30 odd years later it's a reality. Wow.

    Gemini Jen 21 Mar 2018 7:44 PM

    Glad we aren't getting knocked on the head at 30 though. :-)

    Sally10 30 May 2017 7:46 PM

    I have sensitive skin, so I'll give this treatment a miss :(

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