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Write a review My sister says to me that I should consider a photofacial treatment to get rid of face blemishing. What would I have to spend to get photofacial? How...
My doctor sent me an email that his office now offers IPL photo facial. When do you recommend IPL for your patients? For what skin conditions is it...
They are listed as two seperate categories on this site and have very different satisfaction levels
I think IPL and photo facial is the same thing. please correct me if wrong
How long does it take for the face to peel after a Photofacial? I got my first one done on Friday and it is now almost Tuesday and my face hasn't...
I had a IPL treatment over a week ago (9/10/08). Prior to this treatment, I had a treatment in April which was fine. I had mentioned to my Dr....
I have now had 11 photofacial's and my face looks worse than it ever did. The dark spots have just gotten darker and the last time I went in, I...
I was wondering how long I'd have to wait between Photo Facial treatments? What is the typical amount of time?
What's the difference between IPL and a Photofacial?
Over the past year and a half I have had 3 full face IPL treatments (Photofacial and Syneron) for sunspots and freckles. I am a female caucasian with...
I got my first Photofacial today and it feels like a really bad sunburn, and also I noticed a lot of dark brown small to medium spots all over. Is...
Is it risky to have a foto facial while breastfeeding?
I had Photofacial and Botox in the eye, forehead and brow areas. I have been doing this for years. 12 days after treatment I can't smile or open...
My goal is to improve skin tone (brown spots/sun damage and redness due to rosacea) as well as skin texture (pores) and fine lines.
Which is more effective at treating fine lines and overall improvement of appearance, AFT (Photofacial) or Pixel Laser resurfacing? I am in good...
I'm going for some photo facial laser treatments and fillers around the under eye area. I was wondering if it is safe to go for the fillers first and...
I haven't seen much regarding "AFT with skin tightening". I am planning to have this done after 6 treatments of Vibraderm to help with...
Hello I just ordered a portable IPL device that claims it can clear up blemishes in hours following three 2 & 1/2 minute heat/light treatments....
I am now 40, 3/4 Asian & 1/4 Caucasian and my skin is probably a medium Type 3. In Oct 2008, I purchased/started a package of 6 photo facial...
The 'scabs' that resulted from IPL treatments have fallen off, but the area is reddish/pinkish. It has been several weeks but the pigmentation has...
I wore the same sandals two summers ago and got brown stripes across my feet. I figured it would fade after 2 years, and while the demarcation isn't...
I went to a medspa offering Triniti laser skin series by Syneron. It's 3 treatments in 1 session: FotoFacial Ir, Refirme and Matrix Ir (for...
I had Photofacial treatment done last month. First, all the brown spots were gone, nice and clean, and I was very happy about it. Then, 3 weeks later,...
I recently had a Photofacial on my upper chest area and saw no changes from it. I previously had some on my face at a different clinic years ago and...
I had a Photofacial treatment a day ago and all went well, no redness, swelling, or heat sensations. Today I am experiencing tooth pain as I chew. ...
What are your thoughts on AFT Laser? Haven't read much about it here. My dermatologist recommended 3 treatments on my face for my skin damage/aging...
If cost is not a factor, which would be more effective between Fraxel or Photofacial for one series of treatment for fine lines and sun damage on my...
I am going in for Botox (second time/forehead only) this weekend and also want to get a Photofacial soon (not the same day; the machine is not...
Just how long should this area take to heal? It's really large and red. Will it scar?
I've had 3 TCA Chemical Peels within the last 6 years to decrease slight acne scarring. Now, my skin is super sensitive and I've acquired a couple...
I have acne scars and hyperpigmentation. When I was 18, I was going to get a laser resurfacing costing $2000, but did not get it done in the end. I...
Is it normal for brown-colored age spots to turn reddish after a Photofacial (IPL treatment)? It has been my 1st IPL treatment about 3 and 1/2 weeks...
I am in my early 30's, skin looks healthy overall. I have a few (about 5-10) small dark spots on my face. But I don't have any red or brown areas. My...
Will exposure to sun reverse Photofacial treatment results or will I more likely burn? I've had 3 Photofacial treatments but I'm going to a tropical...
Can I have a light, vitamin C peel, 10 days after a photofacial (IPL treatment)? Is there any reason why I should not? Is there anything I need to...
How long before an IPL Photofacial should I stop using Tazorac? How long after can I resume? Thank you
I'm thinking about doing both Photofacial (for redness and sun damage) and Laser treatments (such as Alluma or IR) for tightening as complementary...
Is it normal for hands to swell after Photofacial treatments? I had Photofacial done to my arms and hands yesterday and now my hands are swollen and...
My question is, I'm happy with the results but are they permanent or should I expect, like everything else, that as time goes on my skin will appear...
Is this a good deal - 6 Photofacial sessions + 6 microderm alternated? The quote I got: 6 fotofacial + 6 microderm sessions for $2200. Does it sound...
Is it OK for me to get a Fotofacial while I am also using Proactiv on my face?
I am scheduled for treatment for photorejuvenation using Aerolase Lightpod Neo. Is this machine effective?
I had laser resurfacing 12 weeks ago, and would like to have Photofacials to even out the complexion. Is it too soon? Or can I use a whitening gel...
I had two Photofacials for 2 1/2 weeks apart. I was told it can help with current acne, acne scars, and sun spots. So far, I haven't seen any...
I have had 3 Photofacial treatments, but will be on a tropical island in 30 days. I will wear sunblock as well as a hat, but it IS a tropical Island....
I am considering having Photofacial. Should I have it done, from the spa or a laser center?
I had a Photofacial 5 weeks ago. The procedure resulted in a burn spot on my cheek. It is size of a tip of pencil eraser. First, it was red/stingy. ...
Is it possible for Photofacial treatment to dissolve the Radiesse filler treatment?
I am 18 years old and I want to do a Photofacial treatment to get rid of my freckles. Is this treatment right for me?
L have heard that LimeLight Facial Photorejuvenation on people with olive skin can sometimes make skin worse and the spots can get darker. Is this...
Is it okay to have a Photofacial while on Proactiv?
I have fine lines around the eyes and already use Botox there. I would like to smooth them out and even out my skin tone/pigmentation. Will a series...
I have dark spots on my face from laying in a tanning bed for years. Is a Photofacial the way to go? They are not extemely dark but they are...
Can training institutes where the instructors (not the trainees) perform Photofacials be considered a good option for this service?
I have multiple sclerosis. Can I have Photofacial cosmetic procedure with Intense Pulse Light (IPL)?
What if a trained Esthetician not a doctor or registered nurse who works in a cosmetic Plastic Surgeon office do my Photofacial/IPL?
Should I trust...
Recentl,y I had a demonstration of a "skin tightening" treatment with Elos technology. A few days later, I started using Tanda light therapy...
I'm Asian and have light-olive skin tone. Two years ago, I had a Photofacial done to get rid of a spot. This year, the mark came back bigger and...
I have the type of skin that's easily left with scars after cuts; will Photofacial work for me? Thanks!
I have redness around nose, acne, and fine lines. Will Photofacial help? Can it also get rid of hair above my top lip?
My doctor did Palomar on my face, neck and chest for melasma, capillaries, etc. Because of the scars left on my chest, she now says that I should...
It is said that IPL is not suitable for dark skin. How dark does the dark refer to? I’m Asian. Is it ok for me to go for IPL treament? If not,...
I had a baby two months ago and have some melasma. What is the best way to treat it and is a photofacial safe to do while breast feeding?
