Photos tell the story. My skin was much much more even prior to IPL treatment. Makeup does not fully even my skin tones. Lots of questions... Was this bad technique? Should I find a new dermatologist? Do the stripes eventually fade together? If so, how long should I expect? I’ll be avoiding the sun. Is there anything else I can proactively do? I appreciate any help.
Answer: Improving Skin after IPL--try fraxel, microneedling/prp, radiofrequency, sculptra, skin care, Cosmelan It can take several weeks for laser results to settle. I recommend following up with a cosmetic dermatologist for after care recommendations. I recommend skin care with vitamin c, b5 hydrator, silicone based scar gels with growth factors and enzymatic washes with papaya enzyme to give improvement. PDT therapy can calm inflammation. Sun protection is essential. Lasers work best in combination with other treatments like microneedling/prp in order to improve the skin's texture and collagen. Best, Dr. Emer
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Answer: Improving Skin after IPL--try fraxel, microneedling/prp, radiofrequency, sculptra, skin care, Cosmelan It can take several weeks for laser results to settle. I recommend following up with a cosmetic dermatologist for after care recommendations. I recommend skin care with vitamin c, b5 hydrator, silicone based scar gels with growth factors and enzymatic washes with papaya enzyme to give improvement. PDT therapy can calm inflammation. Sun protection is essential. Lasers work best in combination with other treatments like microneedling/prp in order to improve the skin's texture and collagen. Best, Dr. Emer
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September 19, 2018
Answer: IPL Thanks for your question. I would contact the office that performed immediately to start. There are also a lot of variables that could affect your treatment. Are the darker spots near your forehead darker or lighter than your natural skin tone? When was the last time you were exposed to sun or a spray tan? These things can come into play.
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September 19, 2018
Answer: IPL Thanks for your question. I would contact the office that performed immediately to start. There are also a lot of variables that could affect your treatment. Are the darker spots near your forehead darker or lighter than your natural skin tone? When was the last time you were exposed to sun or a spray tan? These things can come into play.
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Answer: Dark spots after IPL I recommend contacting the office where the procedure was performed. If the dark areas are rough and gritty, they will probably flake off and resolve. Flaking of the coffee ground areas after IPL treatment can take a few weeks. Microdermabrasion can help even out skin tone in this situation. If the dark areas are smooth, you might benefit from a bleaching regimen to even out your skin tone. For best results, IPL is usually performed in series of 3-4 monthly treatments.
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Answer: Dark spots after IPL I recommend contacting the office where the procedure was performed. If the dark areas are rough and gritty, they will probably flake off and resolve. Flaking of the coffee ground areas after IPL treatment can take a few weeks. Microdermabrasion can help even out skin tone in this situation. If the dark areas are smooth, you might benefit from a bleaching regimen to even out your skin tone. For best results, IPL is usually performed in series of 3-4 monthly treatments.
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September 18, 2018
Answer: Horrible Technique! Thanks for your question and posting pictures. You are correct; your pictures tell the story. Your clinician had horrible technique and missed several spots. The flip side is that the places they treated look much better.It's up to you about seeking another provider. Depending your age, we might recommend trying the PicoSure FOCUS. It is excellent for brown pigment and also works on texture, fine lines and wrinkles. It is safe for all skin types. I hope this helps.
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September 18, 2018
Answer: Horrible Technique! Thanks for your question and posting pictures. You are correct; your pictures tell the story. Your clinician had horrible technique and missed several spots. The flip side is that the places they treated look much better.It's up to you about seeking another provider. Depending your age, we might recommend trying the PicoSure FOCUS. It is excellent for brown pigment and also works on texture, fine lines and wrinkles. It is safe for all skin types. I hope this helps.
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September 18, 2018
Answer: Pigmentation after IPL These marks should eventually fade. Good skin care in the meantime if very important to prevent any complications. Gentle cleanser, light exfoliation, moisterizer and sunscreen are essential. If you have not been given post care instructions you should contact your provider for advice.
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September 18, 2018
Answer: Pigmentation after IPL These marks should eventually fade. Good skin care in the meantime if very important to prevent any complications. Gentle cleanser, light exfoliation, moisterizer and sunscreen are essential. If you have not been given post care instructions you should contact your provider for advice.
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