“Package "deal" a total loss! no results.”
IPL: NOT worth it
Pain: Uncomfortable
The manager of the clinic I went to convinced me to sign a $1449 contract agreeing to pay for a package deal of 6 IPL treatments for pigmented age spots, spider veins, and ruby spots, saying that I would not get the results I wanted in fewer treatments and that this was the most "economical" way to remove the spots.
After 3 treatments it was becoming apparent (to me) that NOTHING was happening, but again the manager assured me that they could increase the settings and I would eventually get the results I desired. Since I'd already paid for the 6 treatments, I went ahead and followed her advice. Now, after 6 treatments, I still see no results, and am at present having to fight the owners of the clinic for a refund. As of this writing they are still balking at returning my money.
My advice to others: DO NOT agree to a nonrefundable package deal for IPL treatments unless you are willing to take a financial risk on a procedure that does not work for everyone! Remember that they have to sell their product or go out of business and will promise you the moon in order to do so. Make sure you understand all the risks and terms BEFORE you pay. I could kick myself for being so naive!
Sep 24, 2008Comments and replies (2)
34 posts
8 Nov 2008
I, too, was roped into this same agreement. I had wonderful results with IPL. After about 4 treatments my red blochy face was no longer red. It actually looked great. Then I went out in the sun and it all came back. $1500 for nothing.
5 posts
31 Dec 2008
The question you should be asking when having this procedure done is, "How much experience do you have?" An experienced operator can do wonders. I won't let anyone less than an RN touch me with this equipment. They have the critical thinking skills necessary to trouble shooting difficult treatment areas. As for the person who went out into the sun and it "all came back", one of the first things we teach our patients is to use proper sun protection (colorescience sunforgettable is a powder and has titanium dioxide as well as zinc oxide, which works very well). When you undergo these treatments you are making a decision to change your lifestyle. You already know you are susceptible to sun damage, so you must always wear sun protection when out in the sun to prevent the "undoing" of your successful treatments. I recommend patients have one follow-up photofacial each year after completing a series.