What are the side effects of PPx Laser?

Hello. I'm considering PPx to reduce facial freckles, is this a permanent solution and will the effects indeed be noticeable straight away?

After researching, it states that PPx patients are LESS likely to suffer side effects, but I can not find ANY related side effects to PPx.

1 answer to “What are the side effects of PPx Laser?”

A: PPx is a form of IPL and side effects are possible

Brooke R. Seckel, MD

PPx is a ligt based therapy similar to IPL--Intense Pulsed Light. Any light therapy can cause side effects if not used properly. Results are usually seen after 5-6 weeks and ususlaly multiple treatments are needed. When you are exposed to the sun, freckles will come back. If your freckles are true freckles and... more

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