I have been prescribed multiple creams for my keratosis pilaris rubra. Most recently I have been using a Retin-A cream (I believe tretinoin?) It has helped drastically with the bumps but not the redness. I have been using this religiously for 3-4 months. I also use a prescription cream with 2% salicylic acid and another with 20% urea. Both have a low dosage of hydrogen cortison in them. The KP is very bad on my arms and mild on my face (cheeks). Will another cream help with this? IPL? Pulse Dye?
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Answer: Doing IPL or Vbeam can help diffuse redness caused by Keratosis Pilaris. Pair with chemical peels for enhanced results
Thank you for your question Shera1881. IPL is a great treatment for facial rejuvenation. I am not familiar with rosehip oil being used for rosacea. However for my patients I combine IPL with infrared light to address redness associated with rosacea. For my patients I recommend an initial series...
Thank you for your question jojobrown. IPL is a great treatment for facial rejuvenation. I have found that at-home devices are generally ineffective and recommend professional treatments. Please consult with a doctor for specific recommendations. Good luck!
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