fractional CO2 laser

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Keratosis pilaris: what the evidence actually supports

The rough bumps on upper arms and thighs are common and harmless. What trials show about keratolytics, lasers, and intense pulsed light, and why recurrence is the expected outcome.

Aug 27, 2026 · 6 min · Medically reviewed

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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.

Jul 2, 2026 · 6 min · Medically reviewed