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- Leahan
- posted 1 year ago
- updated 19 days ago
- Not Worth It
- Cost: $1,600
- Dr. Barr (Matachewan Ontario Canada)
I decided to have a foto facial done to correct...
- 4 Mar 2012
I decided to have a foto facial done to correct some sun damage I had. I just turned 40 and it was suggested I do the Triniti 3 in 1 series. (1) color correct) (2) firm face (3) matrix. The first treatment was horrible. I felt like I had hot curling iron burns on my face and forehead and had severe burns and blistering on sides of my mouth and chin which is now very discolored. I expressed my concerns and was told this was normal and it was believed I had a bad reaction to the topicane to explain my mouth burns. They prescribed me hydrocortisone cream. I was very reluctant to do the treatment it again as the package I paid for was 3 treatments. I was assured this treatment would help lift the discoloration I had from the previous treatment. This treatment was worse and I I look like a zebra! I can't stop crying and when I went back to see the doctor 4 days later and he said this is exactly what he expected and not to worry . I don't know what to do. I am going to try and see a dermatologist for advise but I live in the north and I think it will be unlikely.
It has been 3 weeks since my second Triniti...
- 19 Mar 2012
Well, it's been a little over a year and I have...
- 29 Apr 2013
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The doctor seems to be short and bothered with me and just keeps saying this is all normal. He says these bar/track/sebra marks that are all over my face are a result of my pigment and are not burns. He just seems unwilling to take any sort of responsibility. He is however now prescribing me HQ and retin A. I am reluctant about this as well.
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Thank you so, so much for coming back and updating us a year later, Leahan!! I know many people will find this information to be extraordinarily helpful. I'm glad to hear you have moved on and I'll be hoping that your skin continues to improve as more time passes.
Your skin looked really good 2 weeks later. I really wish I could get the same results on some parts of my skin, but it just won't take, even on max setting.
I have had this proceedure done 7 times over the past 9 years. This is a very effective and aggressive treatment for pigmentation, discolouration, etc. The results are amazing and long lasting. However, just like any other proceedure with dramatic results, there is the healing time that takes place prior to the finality of the treatment. From your pictures, that is exactly what should be expected. All of the darkness that was initially on the surface of the skin was pigmentation that raised to the surface. The 5th day is typically the worst in terms of the surface of your skin looking like it is flecked with coffee grounds. After 3 weeks your new clear skin should be visible. Your skin tone should be perfected. I love that, unlike less agressive treatments like Glycolic Acid peels, etc, IPL does not damage the outer surface of the skin. The laser actually heats up from the inside out. This heat is what pushes the pigment to the surface. Once your skin has healed from the proceedure, your skin's pigmentation will look perfected, your skin will be more plumped. Yes...just like every other agressive proceedure, there is a bit of mild pain, relative discomfort which you go through for more dramatic results. If you are the type of person that does not like to see such dramatic results, more mild spa treatments or less agressive topicals would be more appropriate for you. If you want to get the dramatic results, this proceedure is for you. It is very important that your doctor describes the process in depth and what to expect first so that you can weigh the pros and cons and not be surprised afterward. I am sure that after 6 weeks, you are enjoying the clearer flawless skin that this proceedure offered.
When you do a photo facial you cannot do this they have the settings to high for your skin type yes your very fair but they needed to treat you less aggressivly and should have stooped and adjusted the settings after the first burn
Sorry to here Lea , does sounds like u weren't informed well about the healing process. It must get worst to get better . How does your skin look now? Sounds like some hyperpigment issues. U also must use lots of sunscreen at all times!! And protect !! I am a liscensed Esthetician and highly recommend only a professional grade ipl . There are semi professional machines out there in spa & doc offices that give bad results . How from experience & lots if training ipl should always hurt less than lasers!! Lasers are even way worst !! Also it's very important than your akin was cooled down after !! Also how old was there ipl ??? Every year they make a newer & better ipl on the market & some times spa 's and doctors also cut corners and purchase a Dinosaur machine. Hope all is well . Keep us posted!!
Thank you for asking! I am feeling pretty good. I travelled to Toronto ontario 2 weeks ago to see a respected dermatologist and I am on his topical prescription and he has assured me that time is all that I need and to stay away from lasers! I have a follow up with him in 2 months. As for the medi spa, I have an appointment with that Dr. on Monday! I asked him for a refund for the treatments that I did not receive (Not for th ewhole thing, just what I did not go through with) and he got kind of angry and said I took a package deal and so I would only get about $50 back (LOL) anyhow, after some talking and him saying he didn't want me to be unsatisfied, I agreed to make another 4 hr trip to see him so he can look at my face. I'm not expecting anything but I really would like him to finally take some ownership. I'm still angry with him for his attitdue but I am just really thankful that I have no permanent damage so...counting my blessings.!!
Thanks for giving us an update on how you are doing. I'm really glad to hear you are seeking a second opinion from a dermatologist. Please let us know what they have to say after your visit.