Over the past year and a half I have had 3 full face IPL treatments (Photofacial and Syneron) for sunspots and freckles. I am a female caucasian with pale white skin that burns and develop freckles easily.
The first 2 times I had good results, though I had a few hyperpigmentation spots on my forehead and chin. But the last time I had it done--which was 6 months ago now--I had 2 burns on my face around the chin area. Now my face has white scar-like spots (small and round) on at least 10 different spots. Are these scars and will they go away? And if they are scars what should I do? Also, what would you suggest I do for the hyperpigmentation?
I also notice pock like indentations on my cheeks. My neck seems to have loose skin now. Are these things temporary? What can I do or use to help? Thank you so much for taking the time to read this.
unregistered guest
12 Apr 2009
i had about 8 ipl sessions, its destroyed my skin for good. i am only in my early 20's now i have spots, open pores, redness, aching acne and the whole works! i dont think it works for all. i had brilliant skin before, gradually my skin is becoming worse, i am so depressed, i wish somebody will come forward and say yes these are short term side effects and will go! good luck!