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Differences Between IPL and LED Skin Treatment?
asked 2 years ago by jnlwriter in CT
Latest answer by Bryan K. Chen, MD
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Trying to choose between 6 Intense Pulse Light (IPL) treatments or 24 sessions of sitting in front of an Infrared/Red light skin therapy lamp. The latter is more passive and is less expensive. Both are at the same derm's office. Does anyone know the differences?
2 answers to Differences Between IPL and LED Skin Treatment?
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IPL and LED skin treatments
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is a broadband light device that delivers a spectrum of wavelengths that treat red spots (blood vessels), brown spots (sun spots) and sun-damaged skin. Results/effects are usually very obvious.
Gentlewaves is an example of an LED photomodulating device that emits a 590 nm wavelength yellow light at a low level. Some studies suggest that exposure to the LED light can hasten the reduction of redness for example, after treatment with the IPL. Some claim that the...
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Bryan K. Chen, MD
San Diego Dermatologist
San Diego Dermatologist
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IPL is great for hair removal, and treating unwanted brown-spots and redness.
We have been using the Palomar StarLux for several years with great success. It's FDA approved for permanent hair removal, and PhotoFacials. A PhotoFacial uses IPL to eliminate unwanted brown spots and redness from conditions like rosacea.
For specific information about LED therapy, you should ask your dermatologist. I'm not sure what benefits you'll get from LED.
Best regards.
