IPL Alternative for People with Sun Sensitivities?
June 19, 2008
Asked By:smokybluz in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
I recently visited a well known cosmetic dermatologist regarding reducing the redness from capillaries around my nose as well as evening out my facial skintone. She suggested IPL and we scheduled my first appointment.
I did some research beforehand and discovered that IPL is NOT recommended for those with sun sensitivities (which I have; I get a very red blotchy itchy rash sometimes when I'm out in the sun for extended periods or several days at a time)!
I'm a bit 'steamed' that she neither informed me about this, nor was it on the medical form I filled out! In any case, are there treatments that can reduce redness/capillaries that is safe for those with photosensitivities?
Answers (4)
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IPL works great for rosacea and sun spots. It can also have a small effect on fine wrinkles but I wouldn't use it for that. Skin blemishes have to be better defined.
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Thank you for your question! Thecost of IPL treatment varies due to several factors that need to be considered.Some of these factors include the severity of your skin issue, the locationwhere IPL will be used, the location of the treatment facility, and theexperience and skill of the doctor to...