What is the recommended order of procedures to manage acne scars and redness together?
Hello. I have been experiencing recurring acne on my chin and cheeks for several years, and I am concerned because red marks and shallow pitted scars remain wherever breakouts have occurred. I feel that washing my face and using ointments have reached their limits, so I am looking into treatments. I would like to ask for your advice on the best approach.
I am currently considering two main options. One is to reduce the redness first after the inflammation subsides, and the other is to undergo a procedure to improve the scar itself first. I have heard that it is possible to do both at once, so I am wondering if it is okay to receive them together or if I should have them done separately with some time in between.
Another thing is lifestyle management. As a working professional, it is difficult to make time frequently, so I would like to know what products or habits I should practice at home between treatments. Are there any specific areas I should pay attention to besides sun protection and sebum control?
Finally, I also need a rough estimate of the cost and recovery period. It would be very helpful for me to prepare before the consultation if you could let me know how much I should expect per session and how much it might interfere with my daily life after the procedure. Thank you for reading.
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- 01CommentsIt is important to have the issue checked first, rather than assuming that all small bumps are sebum. It would be helpful to include details such as when they appeared, their location, and any hair products you have recently changed to make the explanation easier. If extraction is not necessary, I would also like to hear during the consultation what actions I should avoid at home.220026.10.29
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- 01CommentsI'm also stressed because I keep getting acne, but it seems like getting laser treatments consistently is important. I think it will get better after receiving more than 10 sessions.2090026.10.26
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- 03CommentsI get breakouts on my chin before and after my period exactly the same way, so it really feels like I'm on the same page. During your consultation, please ask about the best order to manage the current inflammation and remaining marks, as well as available time slots after work!1170026.10.25
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- 03CommentsI get breakouts on my chin before and after my period exactly the same way, so it really feels like I'm on the same page. During your consultation, please ask about the best order to manage the current inflammation and remaining marks, as well as available time slots after work!1170026.10.25
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