Laser Genesis is a 1064 Nd:YAG laser that is used to stimulate the production of collagen from the deeper layers of the skin to help reduce the size of pores and reduce redness due to Rosacea and dilated blood vessels. Because it is a long-wavelength laser, it can safely treat all skin types... more
Laser Genesis - Is it the same as Photo facial or IPL?
I am wondering if Laser Genesis is the same type of procedure as IPL or Photofacial. Thanks!
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30 Dec 2008
IPL and Laser Genesis are different treatments that treat different layers of the skin, but are often used in combination offering great results. Laser Genesis can be used on all skin types, while IPL is best used on lighter skin types (Fitz type 1 to 3). Laser Genesis is a laser that treats below the surface of the skin to stimulate collagen and target tiny blood vessles. By gently heating the upper dermis (middle layer of the skin), Laser Genesis stimulates collagen growth improving pore size, texture, and wrinkles. In addition, small facial capillaries are targeted by the laser, resulting in diminished redness, improvement in Rosacea and Poikiloderma of Civatte. IPL works in the top layer of the skin, the epidermis, to treat superficial brown spots (hyperpigmentation, sun spots, age spots) and mild redness. Through a series of treatments you will see your sun spots impove. In addition, IPL can also help with facial redness and superficial collagen stimulation. I recommend scheduling a consultation with your physician to discuss your treatment goals and see which treatment or combination of treatments would be best for you.