What about portable IPL devices?

Hello I just ordered a portable IPL device that claims it can clear up blemishes in hours following three 2 & 1/2 minute heat/light treatments. Does anyone have any info on how effective these devices are?

1 answer to “What about portable IPL devices?”

A: Why This For Blemishes with Zeno and Thermaclear Available

Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD

 I am not sure why you would buy one of these machines which are greatly underpowered by physician standards. Besides which, if you want to clear an acne lesion, Thermaclear or Zeno ( I prefer the former device but the latter works well also) are much more effective, easier to use and probably cheaper. 

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