I do not recommend IPL for pregnant women. The hormonal...

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 done?


Mary Lupo, MD
22 months ago
By Mary Lupo, MD - New Orleans Dermatologist

I do not recommend IPL for pregnant women.  The hormonal changes of pregnancy can alter the effect of the broad band light therapy and result in stimulation of pigmentation, and accelerate or precipitate melasma.
There is no danger to the baby.

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