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IPL for Dark Circles Safe?

asked 2 years ago by silvia in UK
Latest answer by Benjamin Barankin, MD
Question viewed 2,414 times
Tags: cheeks, under eyes, dark circles, safety

Is IPL safe and effective at removing dark cicles around the eye and upper cheek area? As some surgeons include this as part of a dark cirlce removing procedure. I have dark cirlces under my eyes down to the upper cheek area, and wanted professional opinions as per my query above. Thanks.

2 answers to IPL for Dark Circles Safe?

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IPL for under eye circles

IPL may provide modest benefit at best for under eye circles. Unfortunately there is nothing currently outstanding for this troublesome observation. There are various factors that can cause dark circles under the eyes (e.g. eczema, dry skin, genetics, superficial blood vessels etc) which should be assessed by your dermatologist. Sometimes there is simply a shadowing effect due to a too prominent tear trough, and in this case an injectable hyaluronic acid filler is an excellent option.... more
Benjamin Barankin, MD

Toronto Dermatologic Surgeon
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In my experience and knowledge, IPL does not help with dark eye circles unless there it is vascular

Thank you for your question. IPL is not a treatment of choice for under eye dark circles. Theoretically, if the eye circles had a primarily vascular component (rare), then it may help slightly. But, as for now, IPL is not a treatment for this area and this reason. If you are looking for under eye dark circle relief, definitely visit your dermatologist or plastic surgeon. There are many causes for dark circles including allergies, genetics, facial contour / genetics, lack of sleep, and... more
Don Mehrabi, MD

Beverly Hills Dermatologist

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