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Scarring from Blisters After IPL

I recently had IPL for broken capillaries around my nose. I blistered bad after and now have red scars on each side of my nose. It has been about a month since the treatment. Is there anything that would help or get rid of these scars?

Asked 34 months ago by carrie72 in Kansas City, MO

Unfortunately there is no perfect treatment, but avoid the sun, and here are some recommendations.

Thanks for your question. So sorry to hear about your bad experience. Getting blistering for IPL treatment of facial vessels is unusual and unintended, but it does happen. It sounds like the scab has fallen off at this point. The most important thing is to leave the scabs on as long as possible as it will minimize scarring. Now, as the scar has formed and is pink, let's take care of it so it leaves the best mark possible. I would avoid sun. Sun make the scarring process more noticeable and... more