Treating Sebaceous Hyperplasia: How Botox and Laser Resurfacing Work Together for Clearer Skin

• How it works: Botox reduces sebum (oil) production by inhibiting acetylcholine release, which controls sebaceous gland activity.
• Method: Microinjections (aka “microbotox” or “mesobotox”) are placed intradermally—not deeply into muscle like traditional Botox.
• Ideal for: Patients with widespread, oily-prone skin and multiple lesions.
• Limitations: It doesn’t directly shrink existing lesions, but can reduce recurrence and oiliness, making it a useful adjunct treatment.
• Duration: Effects last around 3–4 months.

• How it works: Ablative or non-ablative lasers vaporize or remodel the epidermis and dermis, targeting enlarged glands and smoothing the skin surface.

• CO2 laser (ablative): Highly effective in vaporizing lesions; fast results but longer downtime.
• Er:YAG laser: More superficial than CO2, with reduced downtime.
• Non-ablative fractional lasers (e.g., Fraxel): Stimulate dermal remodeling with minimal surface damage, slower results.
• Pros: Can physically remove or shrink sebaceous hyperplasia lesions.
• Cons: Risk of pigment changes, especially in darker skin types; must be used with caution and expertise.

Rationale: Combining both can offer a dual benefit:

• Laser removes or reduces visible lesions.
• Botox prevents new lesions from forming by reducing oil output.
• Customized Plan: Ideal protocol may include laser session(s) first, followed by Botox every 3–4 months.

• Laser resurfacing (CO2/Fractional) and Microbotox therapy
• Skin consultations and treatment planning available

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