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Can I Get a Chemical Peel After IPL?

How soon after I get an IPL Photofacial can I get a peel done? And what kind of peel would you recommend? I just got an IPL done 2 days ago and am...

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Should I Stop Retin-A Treatment Before Having IPL?

Should I stop Retin-A before an IPL? When? Also, how long do I have to wait to resume using Retin-A after my IPL? Any other recommended preparation...

1 doctor answer

Hyperpigmentation Treatment for Recovering SJS Patient?

I've got hyperpigmentation spots all over my body after recovering from Steven-Johnson Syndrome. Is the IPL laser the best way to get rid of these...

2 doctor answers

IPL Treatment for Under Eye Area?

What are your views on IPL treatment for blood vessels or broken capillaries under the eyes? Would you recommend it? Thank you!

1 doctor answer

IPL Facial Considerations

The price range varies so much among practioners offering IPL facials. I’m price shopping IPL facials and I’m curious to know if there is a way to...

1 doctor answer

IPL Safe in Pregnancy?

I am asian women have pregnancy of 6 weeks. i suffer from thick black hair on my face n neck and usually get laser done on my face every six weeks...

4 doctor answers

Topical Product for Pepper-like Crusting After IPL?

I work and the "peppering" after IPL makes me self-conscious. Is there a topical product to use on my face that will speed up getting rid of the...

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IPL or Chemical Peel for Sun Damage & Redness/thread Veins?

Hi, I've been for a skin analysis & have discovered that I have quite a lot of sun damage, particularly under my eyes and over my top lip. I also...

11 doctor answers

For What Ages Can IPL Be Used?

For what ages can IPL be administered? Can it be used on teenagers? 

2 doctor answers

Palomar IPL 1540 Vs Lumenis-M22 IPL Lasers for Age Spots and Redness?

I'm 40, female, white. I have freckles/age spots & broken capillaries w/ uneveness. I'm told these lasers will make my skin "porcelain,' removing...

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