Best Melasma, Redness and Large Pores Treatment for Sensitive Skin?

I am 33 years old, and have sensitive skin (i.e. I don't respond well to glycolic acid). My cocerns are: slight browness/possible melasma on my forhead; redness in my cheeks, and enlarged pores by by nose. My pores and uneven redness on my cheeks are my biggest concern. What would be the best option: IPL, Fraxel Restore, or Laser Genesis? I heard that IPL can make melasma worse; is this true? It was also recommended that I try Silk peel with the Laser Genesis. Would you advise that? Thanks.

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age 25-34 cheeks forehead nose skin melasma redness sensitive skin uneven

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2 Doctor Answers | Asked by tam1976 in Detroit, MI

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Multiple problems, multiple solutions

You mention that you are concerned with brown discoloration, redness, and enlarged pores. The best treatment for redness and broken blood vessels is the pulsed dye laser. There are several different "brand" names for pulsed dye lasers- what is important is the wavelength of the laser because it is the wavelength of the laser that tells you what you are going to treat. Don't get caught up looking for a particular name of a laser treatment. The best treatment for brown... more