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Is the Application of a Cooling Gel Necessary Before IPL Skin Rejuvenation?

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SilverbatAug 28, 2010

The therapist I have booked a treatment with does not apply a cooling gel to the face before treatment, and only cools the skin with a cool pack. Will this affect the results of the treatment?

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Dr. Robert Kasten, MD
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