I tried five IPL treatments (at two different centers) for the removal of age spots on my face. I had no results.... in fact, the spots are now much darker than when I started! What would be the best option for me to try next? The treatments were fairly aggressive, with redness, swelling and a burning sensation for about 3 days after each treatment.
May 18, 2016
Answer: IPL not always a quick fix Since the IPL is bringing the pigment up to the surface of the skin it could take several treatments and also appear darker after the treatment. This actually means the pigment is surfacing and should be able to be removed by a few more sessions. There are many different machines out there, it is possible the machine they are using is an older model and not as strong.
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May 18, 2016
Answer: IPL not always a quick fix Since the IPL is bringing the pigment up to the surface of the skin it could take several treatments and also appear darker after the treatment. This actually means the pigment is surfacing and should be able to be removed by a few more sessions. There are many different machines out there, it is possible the machine they are using is an older model and not as strong.
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May 6, 2016
Answer: Age Spots after IPL Without a picture it's not possible to give specific recommendations but you might benefit from other treatments such as chemical peels and bleaching creams. Make sure that you are seeing a board-certified dermatologist for your treatments. Regards,Dr. Ort
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May 6, 2016
Answer: Age Spots after IPL Without a picture it's not possible to give specific recommendations but you might benefit from other treatments such as chemical peels and bleaching creams. Make sure that you are seeing a board-certified dermatologist for your treatments. Regards,Dr. Ort
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