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IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) is used for hair removal, and PhotoFacials. The light does not penetrate deeply into the skin, so I would not be concerned about an IPL treatment over an area that has had previous BOTOX or filler.You should ask your board-certified specialist what they think before proceeding.I hope this helps, and best regards.
IPL does not affect Botox or Radiesse. I would not treat with IPL the same day as the injections because of heat and manipulation. If you have IPL first, wait 1 week or until your skin is back to normal before having Botox and Radiesse, or wait 1 day after Botox or 2 weeks after Radiesse to have IPL.
Thanks for your question.The short answer is no. However, if you are doing IPL or any other laser and wish to do Botox/Restylane/Radiesse/Juvederm, then I would suggest that you split up your treatments and do the IPL/laser separate. The only reason behind this is that IPL/laser generates heat, and this heat may affect concomitantly injected Botox or filler. In most cases this shouldn't be an issue, but you want to make sure that you get the best results from your treatment and don't want to take chances. The reverse is also important - the swelling due to IPL/laser may impact the injections of Botox or fillers, so it's best to do the IPL/laser in one appt, and Botox/fillers in another appointment.Hope this helps!
Home lasers for hair removal now, in 2014, come in laser form and IPL form. They do work, and if they are from reputable companies, they have gone through the FDA process, which means they are safe and effective. They are probably not as effective as IPLs or lasers in our offices, but as...
It is perfectly OK to apply makeup following the IPL treatment. Makeup is great for concealing the redness or tiny "pepper" effect you may have after the procedure. Makeup just covers the skin and is safe. You do need to be cautious on your skin care application following treatment...
If the hair loss happened after only 1 IPL treatment, you should expect to see re-growth, since it typically takes 6 or more treatments to get permanent hair reduction. I also think that consultation with a board-certified dermatologist familiar with IPL or laser hair removal would be very...
