How effective is the combination of Venus Viva and Q-switch laser on treating post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) on darker skin?

Hello Maine Thank you for your question. Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) or post inflammatory erythema (PIE) from acne is usually treated with q-switched laser or long-pulsed laser. You can expect gradual lightening of the marks with repeated treatments. You can also combine laser treatment with topical retinoids and chemical peels for better results. There shouldn't be any scabbing from treating PIH or PIE. Moles are usually removed with an ablative laser such as the CO2 or erbium laser. Hope this helps!

Hello Always Thank you for your question. Laser is a good method of treating prolonged redness and post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) from surgical scars. The redness and erythema can treated with a pulsed dye laser while the PIH can be treated with gentle laser toning. Laser treatment can be combined with topical agents such as triluma/ hydroquinone/ retinoid for the best result. Speak to a dermatologist/ aesthetic physician/ plastic surgeon to find out more. Hope this helps!