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IPL for Perifollicular Hyperpigmentation on Leg?

asked 1 year ago by xcvbvcvb in Chile
Latest answer by Peter L. Kopelson, MD
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Tags: legs, follicles, hyperpigmentation

I have this perifollicular hyperpigmentation due to laser diode hair removal. Could this be improved with IPL pigment treatment? there is no keloid tissue or scaring, only the tinny brown spots.

3 answers to IPL for Perifollicular Hyperpigmentation on Leg?

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IPL hyperpigmentation

Hyperpigmentation can be due to a number of causes. With post inflammatory type of Hyperpigmentation in question, it would be necessary to combine several different treatment modalities in order to eradicate the problem. For example, I would begin treatment with a 6% hydroquinone/tretinoin combined with a UVA/UVB sunscreen with an SPF of at least 50. After 3 weeks of using this combination, I would then attempt to treat the Hyperpigmentation with IPL at low energy levels to see whether... more
Peter L. Kopelson, MD

Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon
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Post inflammatory pigmentation of the legs may be best treated with superficial chemical peels.

Post inflammatory pigmentation of the legs may be best treated with superficial chemical peels. This should be augmented at home with skin lightening agents.
Edward Lack, MD

Chicago Dermatologist
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How to correct darker pigment following laser hair removal

IPL treatment is best for the face, neck, chest, and hands.  I believe a better treatment for the dark spots on the leg would be a series of superficial TCA peels and 4% hydroquinone bleach applied topically.
Pamela Carr, MD

Sugar Land Dermatologist

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