Is IPL able to do skin tightening as well?

Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis. We see atrophic and hypertrophic scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus 8, scar subcision, fibrous release, fractional laser, CO2 laser, Thulium laser, PDL Vbeam laser, and fractional resurfacing can be used in addition to TCA Cross and chemical peels to further improve skin. Patients should start Melarase AM and Melarase PM for active hyperpigmentation. Always begin with a consultation to discuss the best treatment options for your type of skin. .

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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

IPL is a light-based treatment that's designed to treat superficial pigmentation and redness. The right device an be a simple and affordable away to lift considerable amounts of pigment.Tightening? Not really. BBL is one type of 'super-ipl' that helps maintain collagen levels with consistent treatments, but in general, it's primary purpose is to create an even toned skin.If you want tightening, then the best options are those specifically designed to do just that. However, a key element in getting good results from the designated systems is patient selection. These devices, such as Thermage or others, won't take the place of surgical lifts and in more mature patients, they may offer a result that leaves you less than satisfied.

IPL is an excellent treatment if you have brown spots, other pigmentation concerns or redness with broken blood vessels you would like to address. The wavelengths of light from the device target the melanin that leads to the discoloration as well as deoxyhemoglobin in the blood vessels. The treatment can also stimulate some collagen production in the underlying dermal structure, but skin tightening is not one of the improvements you are likely to see. 
If you are interested in firming the skin, there are good options to achieve this goal as well. In our office, we offer Ultherapy, Thermage and ThermiTight for this purpose. Ultherapy uses ultrasonic energy to heat the underlying dermal layers to constrict tissue and create a firmer appearance to the skin. Thermage and ThermiTight deliver radiofrequency energy that constrict tissue and stimulate collagen production for natural, long-lasting results. Any of these treatments should be performed by an experienced, board-certified dermatologist to ensure an optimal outcome.