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Hello! I'm Landry - a medical aesthetician at Shah Facial Plastics located in both Chicago and Winnetka, IL. There’s no evidence that IPL causes skin cancer, even when used on these areas. IPL devices use non-ionizing light, which doesn’t damage DNA like UV rays can. However, extra caution is needed when treating darker or more sensitive skin, as there's a higher risk of burns, irritation, or discoloration.If you’re using a home device, I recommend avoiding areas with darker pigmentation, moles, tattoos, or mucosal tissue. Always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines and perform a patch test first.At our clinic, we provide a diode laser for safe and effective hair removal. It may be worthwhile to discuss with a licensed and experienced medical aesthetician on hair removal to see what treatment options are best to receive your desired results safely.
