IPL Laser Facial Redness Treatment

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For someone with skin that is rough and often red would  Intense Pulsed Light (IPL Laser) be the best way for one to address these skincare problems as that what was suggested by a plastic surgeon.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong fractional lasers such as CO2 laser, we use lighter treatments for corrective skincare and maintenance of results. Our Thulium fractional laser, clear and brilliant laser, and Ultra Thulium laser are excellent options in our clinic. We also perform CO2 fractional and erbium depending on skin tone and tolerance for downtime. Patients do have to use a Melarase cream before and after treatment to help further reduce pigmentation after laser. Dark spots can improve with these treatments. I recommend fractional laser for incisional scars as well, especially after plastic surgery.

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Jeff Angobaldo, MD · Answer

thank you for your question.  IPL treatment treats red vessels, hyperpigmentation and it improves the texture of your skin by producing collagen and elastin. you will pepper after the treatment and the dark spots will appear darker before they flake off. do not be alarmed.  This takes 2-4 days depending on your skin type and the intensity of the treatment.Always consult with a physician to make sure you are a good candidate.

Sam Naficy, MD, FACS · Answer

IPL is a good option for facial redness. Depending on skin type IPL treatment may or may not be a good option. It is best to have fair skin to do IPL. You may need a series of treatments to see improvement.

Harold J. Kaplan, MD · Answer

IPL treatments are definitely an option for facial redness but pulsed dye laser treatments are the gold standard for any vascular condition like the one described. IPL is much less powerful and specific when it comes to targeting only the blood vessels that cause the redness.Good pulsed dye laser brands include the Cynosure V-star and Candela V-Beam.  To see examples of before and after pictures for Rosacea treatments with pulsed dye lasers, click the link below.

Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD, FACS · Answer

If the main concern is sun damage, broken blood vessels or rosacea, IPL is the right treatment for you. IPL can also improve the appearance of birthmarks, port wine stains, age spots and cherry angiomas. For acne, melasma, fine line and anti-aging, IPL might not be your best option. If you decide to proceed with IPL, I would recommend the Quantum IPL by Lumenis laser and a series of five treatments.

Robert W. Sheffield, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! Your plasticsurgeon is actually right on suggesting IPL treatment for managing skin issuessuch as facial redness, this is of course considering that he or she hasassessed your skin type and the severity of your case. IPL treatment is meantto particularly target discolorations on the skin as well as facial veins thatmay possibly cause redness. IPL may be the best procedure for your case, thoughthis opinion is solely based on what you have posted, since IPL is non-invasiveand has little to no downtime at all. It also has minor after effects should itbe done by a board certified plastic surgeon who is skilled and experiencedwith IPL procedures. On the plus side, IPL may also improve your overall skintexture, brightness, and tone, thereby making your rough skin smoother. A numberof treatment sessions may be needed though to achieve your desired result. Hopethis helps you out!

Ronald Moser, MD · Answer

Since the IPL treatments
specifically target skin discolorations or facial veins and redness, the
overall texture, tone and brightness of the skin is improved after
treatments   Skin will appear smoother and eliminate the dull appearance
that accentuates the skin's rough appearance.

Jonathan Hoenig, MD · Answer

IPL is good at reducing brown and red spots and improving skin texture. You are a good candidate if you do have brown and/or red discoloration, fair skin, and fine lines.
If you have more advanced aging and your goal is to get rid of deeper lines and wrinkles, then IPL is not the best choice for you.
Your question was brief and did not say what your goals of the treatment are. Knowing that would help guide me better in determining if IPL is right for you.

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

It depends, you may have a condition known as Keratosis Pilaris Facei - this is rough red skin on the face. I treat at least one of these a week, and my treatment of choice is that of the V Beam laser (Pulse Dye) with a strong setting ( namely a short pulse duration). I have used IPL in the past, and yes it can work, but PDL is a better option. Once again your skin type needs to be taken into consideration regarding treatment, and treatment settings. Dr Davin LimLaser DermatologistBrisbane, Australia

Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD (retired) · Answer

IPL is the ideal treatment if your skin concerns are sun damage and redness to the skin. You do need to be a fairer skin type to have the treatment done. It will take 2-5 treatments to achieve a good result. I have seen a lot of patient satisfaction with this treatment. It does a great job on "cleaning up" the skin and making the complexion even toned.

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