Why is IPL not working to treat freckles on forearms?

January 15, 2017
Asked By:mrsgigi in Cypress, TX

I have had 4 IPL sessions to treat freckles on my forearms. The last 3 treatments have been on the highest setting. I have fair skin with light freckles. We are seeing no results. Why is it not working? Wrong laser type, machine, setting, practitioner? What will work?

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February 2, 2017

Answer: Freckle Removal on Forearms requires a combination with IPL, fraxel, TCA peels

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Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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February 2, 2017

Answer: Freckle Removal on Forearms requires a combination with IPL, fraxel, TCA peels

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Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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May 21, 2017

Answer: IPL treatment

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May 21, 2017

Answer: IPL treatment

January 18, 2017

Answer: IPL for freckles

January 18, 2017

Answer: IPL for freckles

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