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Are acne scar removal products specfically creams like bio oil, selevax as effective as fractional co2 laser?
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Not really: Depending on the scars and your skin type, a fractionated laser may be stronger/better than creams. Overall ice pick acne scars are very difficult to treat.
Answered 9/24/2017
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