IPL For Sun Damaged Chest? How many treatments would be needed? (Photo)

Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong fractional lasers such as CO2 laser, we use lighter treatments for corrective skincare and maintenance of results. Our Thulium fractional laser, clear and brilliant laser, and Ultra Thulium laser are excellent options in our clinic. We also perform CO2 fractional and erbium depending on skin tone and tolerance for downtime. Patients do have to use a Melarase cream before and after treatment to help further reduce pigmentation after laser. Melarase AM, Melarase PM, and Melapads can seriously improve surface sun damage and UV related pigmentation. Dark spots can improve with these treatments. I recommend fractional laser for incisional scars as well, especially after plastic surgery.
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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

The combined home use of topical alpha hydroxy acids and an in-office series of superficial peeling treatments can be used for effectively treat a sundamaged decollete. I have found high concentreations of glycolic or salicylic acid to be particularly effective for this purpose. You would be wise to consult with a board certified cosmetic dermatologist. Hope this helps and have a great holiday weekend.

Hi Christina,

Thank you for your question.

Lumecca by Inmode would be your best option to assist with reducing pigmentation spots to the décolletage.
This treatment is generally more powerful than older IPL machines which means you may see results quicker.
Usually 1-3 treatments would be sufficient - you may notice the pigmentation appears darker before fading and flaking off.

Alternatively you could try Enlighten -this uses short pulses to break up pigment, your body from here will clear the fragmented pieces.
1-3 treatments needed depending on how dark the sun spots are.

Thank you