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IPL or CO2 laser: which is better for correcting hyperpigmentation and broken capillaries?

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I'm am 48 and have fair to medium skin with a lot of freckles and melasma as well as a good amount of redness from broken capillaries on my cheeks and around my nose. I am wanting to finally be rid of the unevenness and discoloration that has plaques me for years. Looking for m best option...maybe there is something beter

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