I am wanting to get IPL for some small broken blood vessels on my face. Some of the vessels are under my facial hair. Will this remove my facial hair as well or will it only target the blood vessels ? Thank you
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Hi Somerset,
Yes, you can certainly get an IPL even though you’ve had a kidney transplant. Just make sure to have it with a board certified dermatologist, who will ensure you have the ideal skin type to get the IPL (and will best know what settings to use). The success of the treatment as w...
Hey there! As a board-certified dermatologist, I want to emphasize the importance of understanding the differences between professional in-clinic laser treatments and at-home laser devices. While at-home IPL devices have become increasingly popular for hair removal, there are some important...
Hi Yood, thanks for your thoughtful question—it's a good one, and I’d like to clarify it clearly from a medical and dermatological perspective.
Short Answer:
No, there is no permanent hair removal method (including IPL or laser) that can intentionally and safely eliminate skin color or hue by ...
