IPL

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Are Multiple Treatments Necessary? 8 answers

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

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...

Does IPL Give Effective Results? 5 answers

I am currently undergoing IPL hair removal treatment on the bikinni area, but I have been told that after a year or two from the treatment, the hair...

Pain and Cost - Should I Continue Being Treated by IPL? 5 answers

I have Skin Type IV and been treated by IPL hair reduction in 4 sessions,with 4,6 and 8 weeks intervals(the whole body).Based on the blood tests and...

After IPL I Have Two Burn Blisters and Dark Marks That Never Existed - is This Normal? 4 answers

After IPL , I have two burn blisters on my forehead and darkened marks that never existed on my forehead, and this was the clearest part of my face......



Can I Get IPL Treatment? 4 answers

I have a net ( invisible) inside of my cheeks made from golden threads Can I get Ipl treatment

Post-IPL Inflammatory Hyper Pigmentation 3 answers

I am indian female 22yrs. i had some tanning on my forehead and my dr suggested ipl ,but after ipl my skin scabbed and now my whole face is...

I Had IPL 2 Days Ago and Have Coffee Grounds Spots, but No Redness. Did It Work? 3 answers

Even the first day, that evening, I had no redness at all. It was performed by a board certified dermatologist, so I am not concerned that he did not...

IPL for Type IV Skin Tone 3 answers

I am a 42 year old woman who is noticing more sun spots/freckles and brown spots lately (mainily after giving birth). I am considering IPL, but am a...

Laser Hair Removal Burns: How to Prevent Scarring? 3 answers

Hi. Recently I traveled to China and recieved laser hair removal treatments for my legs. I believe the machine used was an IPL machine. All of my...

IPL Treatment Series and Maintanance? 3 answers

I want to receive a series of IPL treatments. I am 26 with moderate sun damage rating on the Visia skin analysis photos. If I get a series of 3-6...

Does IPL Work on Faded Age Spots? 3 answers

I had 3 IPL treatments on my face. The first two worked and the 3rd one did absolutely nothing! Is it possible that it doesn't work on faded age...

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?

How Many IPL Sessions are Required to Achieve Almost No Hair? 2 answers

My wedding is in late October and i have just strated IPL hair removal, in 2 weeks i will have my second one.. when is the best time to have the last...

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...

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...

How is DPL Therapy-at Home Different from IPL? 1 answer

I came across the Deep Penetrating Light (DPL) Therapy-at home online and I'm wondering if it is legit. How is it different from IPL? I have fair skin...

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 Safety Measures? 1 answer

I am a light-skinned female interested in IPL to remove freckles from sun on my chest, shoulders and back. After reading many of the horror stories...

Little Bumps All over Face After IPL Treatment 1 answer

I have tiny little bumps all over my face after receiving my first IPL treatment almost a week ago. It's more severe on the forehead area. It...

IPL Recovery: Has Skin Picking Caused Damage? 1 answer

I have light olive Asian skin and just got my IPL treatment 1.5 days ago. No serious reactions yet, just slight flaking. My brown spots and freckles...

Is IPL a Good Solution for Dark Circles in a Young Olive Complexion, Bi-racial (Black & Asian) Woman? 1 answer

I am bi-racial (Black & Asian) and have had darck purple-ish circles under my eyes since I was a teen. I have a medium olive complexion. Would I...

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...

Female and 30, Considering Combining Peels and IPL for Mild Acne? 1 answer

I have had several appointments now to review my skin and all with different opinions. I have been recommended 6 Agera peels, Dermaquest peels and...

Can Performing IPL Treatments Be Harmful for Pregnancy? 1 answer

I'm a beauty therapist and have just found out that I'm pregnant. I was wondering if the IPL can be effective or not for someone who is doing...

Would a Few Rounds of IPLS in my 40s Be a Good Aging Preventer? 1 answer

I am a light skinned light brunette, sunblock every day. Just want to keep it all as it is as much as possible without heavy treatments. My face is...

Can I Use Topical Lightener to Even out Mixed Hypo + Hyperpigmented Skin Following IPL Burn? 1 answer

Hi, my forearms were badly burned and extensively blistered during an IPL, (2nd degree). I now have new, white skin covering about 80% of the area...

Unhappy with Results - Best Way to Approach Dr? 1 answer

Three wks ago had liquid lift-Botox/Juvaderm which have had before w/great success by same Dr. Two wks ago had IPL on left cheek-same Dr. Well into...

Polaris Vs IPL

I spend a lot of time in Europe. I'm curious what the pros and cons are of getting IPL (in the US) vs. Polaris (in Europe). I'm female, and have...

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...

At-home IPL Suitable for Hair Removal on Jaw and Top Lip?

I'm considering buying a home IPL machine and want to know if it is suitable for hair removal on the jawline and top lip. I spend hours...

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...

Can IPL Cause a Break Out?

Hello, I am a 24 y/o female. I had my first IPL treatment 2 days ago to reduce some sun damage and a blotchy complexion. I had mild acne as a teenage...


Wait to Have BBL Until After Kids?

Is it wiser to wait to have the BBL after you are finished having kids? I am a 23 year old law student and want an honest perspective on whether I...

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....

Pigment Gets Darker After 2nd IPL Treatment

I'm nearly 50yrs old lady,n i'm Malaysian and my skin is fair with pigment.I did IPL pigmentation 7th April for the first treatment and my...
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