I just went to a consult for a few laser treatments on my face, and the derm I saw insisted the type of machine makes a huge difference (she said Lumenis is the best). I got IPL previously with a Palomar Starlux, so wondering if my treatment maybe wasn't as effective as it could have been with Lumenis..?
May 10, 2017
Answer: IPL technology The short answer is: Yes. There is a big difference between IPL technology. However there are two factors to consider:
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May 10, 2017
Answer: IPL technology The short answer is: Yes. There is a big difference between IPL technology. However there are two factors to consider:
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May 8, 2017
Answer: Do Different IPL Machines have different effectiveness? Hello! The answer to your question is Yes, different IPL machines have different strengths, different capabilities and different filters to address different areas of concern. It also depends greatly on the operator and their proficiency and experience. I have a Sciton BBL, a very powerful form of IPL. In the wrong hands, a powerful IPL can result in burns or post inflammatory hyperpigmentation OR very little effect, if the operator is unaware of how to treat different skin types or is inexperienced. In California, for example, the operator of an IPL or laser must be a physician or RN but there is no mandatory number of training hours. In Arizona, operators may be estheticians, RNs or MDs, but all must have a certain level of training. I would recommend that asking for both the type of machine and the experience of the person operating it would give you the best outcome. Best of luck to you.
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May 8, 2017
Answer: Do Different IPL Machines have different effectiveness? Hello! The answer to your question is Yes, different IPL machines have different strengths, different capabilities and different filters to address different areas of concern. It also depends greatly on the operator and their proficiency and experience. I have a Sciton BBL, a very powerful form of IPL. In the wrong hands, a powerful IPL can result in burns or post inflammatory hyperpigmentation OR very little effect, if the operator is unaware of how to treat different skin types or is inexperienced. In California, for example, the operator of an IPL or laser must be a physician or RN but there is no mandatory number of training hours. In Arizona, operators may be estheticians, RNs or MDs, but all must have a certain level of training. I would recommend that asking for both the type of machine and the experience of the person operating it would give you the best outcome. Best of luck to you.
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