IPL and Laser treatment Q & A

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What is IPL Photorejuvenation?

What skin problem is best for intense pulsed light and IPL...
Asked by P. R., Napa, CA | 1 year ago | 7 Answers

Is it safe to get IPL treatments when pregnant?

I just found out that I'm about 5 to 6 weeks pregnant. I have an IPL session scheduled, for my face, in 2 weeks. I am mainly having it done for sun damage and I've never had this done before. Can/should I still have this procedure...
Asked by Kerry | 334 days ago | 4 Answers

How much does IPL cost?

How much...
Asked by Anonymous | 250 days ago | 0 Answers

VBeam vs. IPL - Which is better?

VBeam or IPL: what is better for slight redness around mouth/nose, small capallaries, a few borwn spots, skin texture? one derm told me that the IPL was "archaic" technology, the other one told me that the IPL machine was still the...
Asked by pele | 103 days ago | 0 Answers

Should I wax before laser hair removal treatments?

Have you ever heard of, or have any feedback on laser clinics, waxing a patient immediately before they use the laser? I went to a clinic where they say they do this as the hair follicle is open and more receptive to the laser. Their reasoning...
Asked by M.J. in Toronto, Canada | 180 days ago | 1 Answer

Melasma treatment - IPL seems risky. Is there a safer alternative?

Hi, I have very large melasma patches on my cheeks and forehead. A consultant at my local hospital prescribed me with quinone cream, which was very difficult for the pharmacist to get hold of as it is banned in our country (U.K). I used this...
Asked by Sarah184 | 78 days ago | 1 Answer

Should I get IPL or a Yag laser treatment for sun damage?

My 50th birthday is coming up, and I want to do something for myself to improve my skin.  It is starting to make me look... 50.  My chest and neck are getting particularly leathery from all the sun damage. My friends recommended two...
Asked by Amanda from Del Rey, CA | 142 days ago | 1 Answer

What's the best way to get rid of melasma?

Asked by Anonymous | 1 year ago | 3 Answers

Is there one laser treatment that can treat multiple skin problems?

One laser (or IPL) alone ok to remove 3 different things? Can one laser (or IPL) alone cover: age spots, spider veins and wrinkles on hands? Or it's a different laser for each...
Asked by Rosedala | 164 days ago | 2 Answers

What laser was applied on my hands? Confused...Help!

Hello, I went to a local "spa laser center" hoping to see someone who had done - successfully - her age spots on hands and lower arms, but they convinced me to start that day and I did, to take advantage of their deal of the moment. I...
Asked by Rosedala | 164 days ago | 1 Answer

How much does laser hair removal cost?

I get a lot of razor bumps on my legs and so I want to try laser hair removal to see if that will fix my problem.  I know it won't be cheap, but what is the cost of laser hair removal?  Is there any way to tell how many laser hair...
Asked by V from Plano, TX | 229 days ago | 1 Answer

What results should I expect from laser hair removal if I have dark skin?

I have dark skin. Will laser hair removal work for...
Asked by Anonymous | 310 days ago | 3 Answers

What should my doctor do to minimize pain during laser treatment?

I had laser hair removal in the past and it HURT!  I'm fearful of pain from my next laser...
Asked by Andrea L. from San Diego, CA  | 1 year ago | 6 Answers

What's the difference between IPL treatment and a Photo Facial?

Asked by Anonymous | 343 days ago | 1 Answer

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