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Ablative fractional CO2 laser for acne scars: 2026 evidence

Mechanism, efficacy data, downtime, and the post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation risk that dominates ablative fractional CO2 resurfacing for atrophic acne scars — with a focus on darker and Asian skin.

July 2, 2026 · 6 min read · Medically reviewed

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