I have acne and red post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation marks that I was hoping to treat with IPL. My first session had no effect whatsoever. I am moving in a few weeks and only have time for one more session. Are the effects of IPL cumulative if I pause treatment? Can I go in for my second session, then stop for a couple of months and continue once I find a new clinic? Or do I need to have the full course (4 sessions, 3-4 weeks apart) to see any effects?
Answer: IPL May Not Be Best for Acne, Also What Were The Settings? Generally speaking, IPL is most effective as a series of treatments. The biggest wow effect is if your treatments are done in a series together, however you can still see results after 2 treatments and then a short break before picking back up again. Don't forget to use sunscreen in between treatments. Settings with IPL procedures are everything, so if you did not notice a result after your first treatment the settings may have been not ideal for your skin type. There are also hundreds of different IPL machines on the market. At my practice we have the M22, the Lumenis One and the Palomar Icon. The M22 is the current gold standard available in the marketplace.Furthermore, I would normally prefer to use photodynamic therapy, topical/oral medication and a good skincare regimen for acne. Using IPL for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is reasonable. Have you tried any of these yet?
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CONTACT NOW Answer: IPL May Not Be Best for Acne, Also What Were The Settings? Generally speaking, IPL is most effective as a series of treatments. The biggest wow effect is if your treatments are done in a series together, however you can still see results after 2 treatments and then a short break before picking back up again. Don't forget to use sunscreen in between treatments. Settings with IPL procedures are everything, so if you did not notice a result after your first treatment the settings may have been not ideal for your skin type. There are also hundreds of different IPL machines on the market. At my practice we have the M22, the Lumenis One and the Palomar Icon. The M22 is the current gold standard available in the marketplace.Furthermore, I would normally prefer to use photodynamic therapy, topical/oral medication and a good skincare regimen for acne. Using IPL for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is reasonable. Have you tried any of these yet?
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CONTACT NOW Answer: IPL Limelight in Los Angeles IPL Limelight works well to reduce redness and brown spots on the face. In our office, we use it for premature aging and skin rejuvenation with excellent results. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
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CONTACT NOW Answer: IPL Limelight in Los Angeles IPL Limelight works well to reduce redness and brown spots on the face. In our office, we use it for premature aging and skin rejuvenation with excellent results. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
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August 12, 2015
Answer: Acne and Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation -- Clear + Brilliant, Salicylic Acid Peels, Eclipse Micropen I suggest seeing a cosmetic dermatologist with experience. IPL is not a treatment for post inflammatory hyperpigmentation and has the potential to make it worse. Best, Dr. Emer.
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Answer: Acne and Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation -- Clear + Brilliant, Salicylic Acid Peels, Eclipse Micropen I suggest seeing a cosmetic dermatologist with experience. IPL is not a treatment for post inflammatory hyperpigmentation and has the potential to make it worse. Best, Dr. Emer.
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August 24, 2015
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