IPL vs Laser Genesis in diffuse redness?

Our office has many different treatments for scars depending on the depth of atrophy or hypertrophy. Scars require a combination approach using our HI DEF protocol which uses a combination of lasers, topical scar modulation, and RF treatments to pixelate scars, improve contour, reduce hyperpigmentation, and improve the visibility of the scars so that they are no longer visible in ambient light. Everyone has a unique pattern of scarring and we employ our HIDEF technique to improve texture, color, contour, and topography. We often use a combination of treatments that begin with a careful examination to examine the micro texturing of the acne scars. Atrophic scars and indented scars can benefit from injectable fillers such as Radiesse, Sculptra, and Restylane with or without subcision to remove tethered scars and atrophic depression. Hyper-redness in scars can be improved with V beam laser, Excel V, BBL, IPL, and Venus RF to improve the redness and reduce the visibility of deep scars. Fractional Thulium laser and clear & brilliant can also reduce the inflammation and redness of the scar when combined with topical therapy. Fractional lasers such as Fraxel, erbium, and CO2 laser can be combined with radio frequency and also fractional RF to improve textual issues and microtopography. Subcision and TCA cross are also used for deep ice pick scars and narrow valley scars in order to improve the micro texture. Above all, our combination approach with our clinical nurses and board-certified plastic surgeons can improve the quality of your skin by using at home Melarase creams combined with PRP treatments in our office to improve your skin quality and tone. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with an experienced team of experts in order to reduce your scarring.

Finally, hyperpigmentation of scars can be improved with at-home Melarase AM, Melarase PM, and Melapads to help reduce active PIH and melanin deposition.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Thank you for your question.  An IPL laser treatment is an excellent modality to reduce diffuse redness in the face.  It also can help with fine and/or broken capillaries and pigmented areas of the face, as well.  This will take several treatments, but you should start to see some improvement with this.  Be sure to wear a medical grade sunscreen after treatments.I would consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon, plastic surgeon, or dermatologist who has experienced with IPL and lasers.  Here U will have a full evaluation and be able to discuss your goals for treatment.I hope that this helps!–David Gilpin

There are a few options to improve this. The best treatments are vascular lasers such as pulsed dye laser, ProYellow and Excel V.  IPL is good in the right hands, but has more risk of complications and doesn't last as long.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Thank you for your question mikemills. I understand your concern. An IPL photofacial is an
outstanding treatment for facial rejuvenation. It works by using bright light
to target and destroy pigment and redness in the skin. Laser Genesis by Cutera uses gentle micro-pulses of infrared light to target and destroy microscopic blood vessels in the skin. It is difficult to make an assessment without a
formal exam in the office where I can directly view the skin. However, I hope
the information provided here is useful.For rosacea, generalized redness, diffuse redness, and broken capillaries both visible light (from IPL) as well as infrared light work. I have developed a combination treatment which uses both IPL and infrared light to target and destroy the blood vessels using different wavelengths. This is called the Tight and Bright Rejuvenation treatment. The first step is a Forever Young BBL IPL photofacial and the second step is Skin Tyte, which uses infrared light. When both of these treatments are used in combination, superior results are achieved. I recommend an initial series of six monthly treatments followed by one maintenance treatment every three months thereafter.Please consult with a doctor for specific
recommendations. Good luck!

IPL stands for Intense Pulsed Light and it defines the type of light pulsed over the skin. In my experience IPL is the treatment of choice for redness, and capillaries. I recommend a series of 5-6 sessions three weeks apart. The results might appear slowly over time because the blood vessels need time to heal from under the skin. The results are very predictable, the skin looks younger and more radiant.
Thank you for your question.