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IPL Laser Rosacea 10 answers

My face seems to get very red in the wintertime and I've been told this is rosacea - I am very fair-skinned. Does IPL or photo facial effectively...

No Results 7 Days After IPL 8 answers

I do not see any changes after 7 days of getting IPL on my face, neck and chest. Is this normal?

Are Multiple Treatments Necessary? 8 answers

I did the IPL last month and didn't see much difference. Will additional treatments improve my face?

35% TCA Peel or IPL Laser for Wrinkles on Male Face? 6 answers

Which one of these 2 procedures would you recommend for facial wrinkles for males? Especially under the eyes? I have a fair/light skin, age 37.

Is It Ok to Have a Microdemabrasion Done After IPL and How Long Should I Wait? 6 answers

I had an IPL tratment done to treat hyperpigmentation. Is been 4 days and the dark spots had gotten darker down time has been too long. Procedure was...

IPL Laser Facial Redness Treatment 5 answers

My skin is rough and often red. A plastic surgeon told me that Intense Pulsed Light (IPL Laser) was the best way for me to address these skincare...

Is IPL Treatment Working? 5 answers

I had ipl for sunspots on face hands and arms 11 days age. Test patches caused coffee grinds but treatment has just caused mild darkening of patches....

IPL Hair Removal - Permanent? 5 answers

Dear Doctors, I have been undergoing a couple of IPL hair removal treatments and I find the results satisfying. I have less and thinner hair on my...

When Can I Start IPL Treatments After Erbium Laser? 5 answers

I had Erbium laser about 10 days ago, my face is pink with no open areas. Can I start IPL treatments or should I wait?

Does Ipl Cause Increasing of Facial Hair 4 answers

I'm having facial ipl. however i have heard that ipl may increase hair growth in the chin causing a long hair peach effect. is it right? thank you...

Can IPL Remove or Thin out Facial Hair? 3 answers

I've had trouble shaving for years, and it's very painful for me. I also have very sensitive skin and after I shave my face is red, blotchy, and in...

IPL or Laser Treatments for Rosacea Treatment? 3 answers

I have rosacea and my skin is very sensitive. Which would be better, IPL or laser treatments? A bad experience with IPL on my chest left welts under...

IPL for Hair Removal and PIH? 3 answers

About a year ago i started 808mn Laser Diode hair removal treatment. After 10 treatments in face, legs, arms, underarms , i have not remove the hair...

Intense Pulse Laser (IPL) for Hair Removal AND Skin Pigmentation? 3 answers

I have been getting IPL treatment for hair removal each month on my whole face cheeks, with great results. the last time I went, a new lady performed...

How Long Does It Take for Hair to Fall off After IPL Treatment. 3 answers

I have done my IPL treatment on face a week ago but i find the growth to be more course than usual. Also i cant see any hair falling off from my face....

Sun Exposure After IPL Vascular Removal 3 answers

Is it safe to go to Mexico for two weeks one month after the IPL facial vascular removal? thank you

IPL Laser Tissue Damage 3 answers

I had a doctor do IPL on some facial veins a few months ago, which left me with a blotchy and scratchy skin texture. I have some inflamed whiteheads...

When is It Safe to Get IPL After Inflamed Acne Goes Away? 3 answers

Is there a certain amount of time I should wait to get an IPL if I just had a few inflamed acne that went away but left a red mark (no indentations)?

1 Day After IPL Photofacial I have Brown Spots Everywhere on My Face, is this a Normal Reaction? 3 answers

I had an IPL Photofacial done yesterday. Immediately after procedure, my face was very red and felt on fire. After 1.5 hours, redness went down along...

Buccal Fat Pad and All Fat Pads in my Face Were Damamged by 12 IPL Laser Treatments, Will The Fat Come Back? 3 answers

I was told by a plastic surgeon that there is a chance that my buccal fat pads and other facial padding can regenerate after 2 years if they were...

Does IPL Cause Fat Disintegration Underneath Facial Skin? 2 answers

I am 50 years old and considering IPL treatment to my face for a few age spots and some surface scarring (white spots) left from removal of small...

IPL or Laser Hair Removal Setting Concerns 2 answers

I'm a male, and I would love to remove some hair on my chest, and also some on my face. But I really don't want to get burned, even though they all...

Intense Pulsed Light Rosacea - Will It Reduce Facial Redness? 2 answers

I'm 20 and have rosacea. It started to appear at around 15 and got steadily worse. Face is red most of the time now, particularly the nose. Also...

IPL Increase Risks of Pre-cancer Spots? 2 answers

Can IPL photofacial increase chances of pre-cancer spots? I had two removed previously on face and want to know if this process could irritate a...

Two IPL Treatments Instead of 4 to 5? 2 answers

I consulted with a dermatologist about IPL treatment to remove age spots or sun discoloration on my face, chest, and hands. He recommends only 2...

Is IPL Therapy for Chest or Face 2 answers

I need to have my face and a few areas on my chest treated (red and brown marks/sun damage). Can I have IPL for these areas, or is it for one...

IPL + Laser but No Results 2 answers

I have had 4 treatments combining sciton laser and IPL. I want rejuvinated looking skin. I am 38 have sun damage (wrinkles and sun spots) as well as...

How Long After Having Had an IPL Treatment Can I Expose my Self to the Sun? 2 answers

I have recently had my second IPL session for hair removal on my face and will probably have one more session. I was wondering how long after my last...

Removing Scabs After IPL 2 answers

My face is still covered by very dark spots 2 days after IPL. I have a big presentation in 2 days. It is safe to remove half dried scab myself or...

IPL for Precancerous Spots? 2 answers

Has anyone had IPL to remove precancerous spots on the face successfully? Did it require more than 1 treatment? This was recommended to replace Efudex...

Which Has Better Results for Acne and Acne Scarring - Photodynamic Therapy or a Combination of Isolaz and Fraxel Treatments? 2 answers

I'm a 29 yr old female w/olive complexion who has had severe acne and acne scarring (lots of red spots, some indentations/bumps) for the last 4/5...

Will IPL and Fraxil work for me? 2 answers

I have a few golden threads in my face. Can I get IPL and Fraxil treatment?

Is It Okay to Get IPL While Pregnant or Breastfeeding? 1 answer

I am 15 weeks pregnant and really want to get IPL treatments for age spots on my face I'm 30 years old. Is it okay to get IPL when pregnant? What...

How Long Do the Results of IPL Last? 1 answer

I am considering having a series of IPL treatments for brown sun spots and freckles on my face. I am assuming that the results of this series of...

IPL for Sun Spots on Asian Skin? 1 answer

I am of Asian descent. I have very fair (almost pale) skin. I am 30 yrs old. I also have some sun spots on my face that can be covered with make up. I...

IPL Vs. Fraxel Laser for Stubborn Sun Spots or Melasma? 1 answer

I've tried many treatments for facial sun damage/melasma. My last attempt is either IPL or Fraxel Laser. Since they're both very costly, I'd like...

Is It True That IPL Affects Moles? 1 answer

I am going to have my first IPL session for facial hair removal in about one week, but I have a lot of small dark and light mole on my face. I heard...

IPL Vs. ProFractional Resurfacing? 1 answer

I am 29, have pale-ish olive skin. Have darker, pigmented spots on my face,some fine lines, light acne scarring on my forehead, and several broken...

IPL Treatment Setting for Freckles? 1 answer

I want to get IPL on my face and body for brown freckles (not moles or melasma, just plain old freckles). They are very light so they are difficult...

IPL Side Effects As Facial Hair Removal? 1 answer

I want to have laser therapy for permanent hair removal in the face. What are the side effects when we do laser hair removal in the face through IPL ?


IPL Not Helping with Red Skin: What else Can I Do? 1 answer

I'm 23. I've had red skin forever. I found a picture of myself when I was 11 & it looks like I was sunburnt. This is how it's always...

Age Requirement for Getting IPL? 1 answer

I want to get the IPL treatment for my blemishes and some acne scars. Is there an age requirement for this treatment? I'm 23.

Is It Okay to Have IPL Two Weeks After Thermage? 1 answer

I had Thermage two weeks ago. Is it ok to have IPL now? They say I need IPL 5 times every two weeks, but I'm afraid it's too much for my skin.

How Long Should I Wait to Use an AHA Product After IPL? 1 answer

I had full face IPL on Aug 11th and was wondering how long to wait before going back to my AHA and Ziana creams. Thanks!

Will Hair Grow Back After Accidental IPL to the Hairline?

I had IPL treatment on my face one week ago and the plastic surgeon accidentally went into my hairline majorly and I am missing volume in the front of...

Pock Marks and Ice Pick Marks on Skin After 2 IPL Treatments. Will These Go Away?

I had two ipl, a sra laser treatment and laser genesis. I have ice pick marks on my face. Will these go away. Also my face is not making any oil. Is...

Hydroquinone and IPL Hair Removal - Compatible Simultaneously?

I'm having IPL hair removal in face (1º treatment done), but I have a little brown spots that i want to treat so i bought CLASIFEL HQ 4%. Is...

Is IPL Safe for Patients with Mild Multiple Sclerosis?

I have a mild form of multiple sclerosis, can I have IPL treatment for the face? Is it safe ? Will a salon or company offering IPL treatments let me...

Worried. Will Ipl on Fine Downy Hair Stimulate Hair Growth?

I have had 9 ipl ( dermalight) treatments on face and underarms. The results show some reduction. I had a few slightly darker hairs (maybe 6) on upper...

Which is Better IPL of Bluelight Hyperpigmentation?

I wanted the doctors opinion on which is better IPL or Bluelight combined with Levulan for acne and discoloration?

Can I Take Alepam Before Painful Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatment for Rosacea?

I've had 5 treatments already. As my skin improves & becomes thinner, the treatments seem to hurt more - much more painful than waxing....

Does IPL Hair Reduction Actually Increase Hair Growth?

I have had 2 treatments on my full face of ipl hair reduction\removal. My beautician and friend both have warned me against further treatments. They...

Does IPL and Laser Hair Removal Cause Long Hair on the Face?

I am of East Indian descent. I have had IPL laser epilation and have noticed that although the hair is coming back softer, they are coming in quite...

Will IPL Remove Fine Hairs on Face?

I have fine hair on my face they told me ipl would reduce it and with time get rid of it ?

Bumpy, Rough Texture from IPL Done 7 Weeks Ago, is This Permanent?

I had an IPL fotofacial on my face for broken blood vessels. I was very swollen for about 7 days mostly on the upper cheeks. I now have rough skin and...
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