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IPL Hyperpigmentation
I had a photofacial/IPL procedure done 4 days ago. I expected that my hyperpigmented blotches would be peeling off by now, but they still haven't....
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IPL Laser Side Effects - When do They Go Away?
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...
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IPL Laser Risks & Safety
Is there any chance of IPL causing skin cancer or other problems in 10 or 15 years?
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IPL Laser Hypopigmentation
I had IPL 1 week ago on my chest for hyperpigmentation. Should I be worried now about post treatment hypopigmention? Directly after the treatment I...
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IPL Marks Permanent?
One of my friends had her arms treated with IPL, and she had marks all over the area after the treatment. The marks were itching for 4 days and were...
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IPL in Bikini Area Affects Reproductive System?
Could IPL to bikini area affect the reproductive system like ovaries? I'm considering doing laser to my bikini area but I want to know if it has any...
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Chances of Side Effects from Palomar IPL Machine?
After being recommended IPL by my dermatologist for my sparse, thin beard because of chronic ingrown hairs and blemishes, I'm thinking of doing it....
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Could IPL Have Triggered Hyperthyroidism?
Five years ago, an ultrasound of my throat revealed 2 lesions in the left lobe of my thyroid. My doctor seemed unconcerned and no follow-up was done....
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Dark Patches After IPL Treatment
After several IPL treatments, most of my freckles are gone, but I got a small dark patch on the treated area which I didn't have before. The treated...
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How Long to See Results After IPL Treatment?
I had IPL from my plastic surgeon the other day. Was my 1st of many more sessions to come. Question is,how long before I see side affects and/or any...
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