I think IPL could help but there is no guarantee based on the information you provided me. I do believe it certainly won't hurt to have the treatment . You have a higher chance of having improvement to the discoloration versus having no result at all. You mention you have sun damaged... more
Will IPL lighten lines of demarcation?
Seven months ago, I had midline Face lift and deep Phenol Chemical Peel done around my mouth and chin. Now I have a deep line of discoloration between the new white skin and old skin, and makeup will not cover it. Will IPL treatment help to alleviate the severe discoloration lines and lighten the dark areas left? I am 58 years old with freckles and sun-damaged skin. I need help!
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