IPL 2 days ago: Seeing some "coffee-ground" areas but some regular sun damage areas are the same - Will they also turn? (Photo)

I suggest that patients stop using Retin-A, retinoids, etc. for a minimum of 3 days before getting an IPL treatment. You can start again the next day, but it's best to be off it for a few days because it can make you more susceptible to burning from the IPL. If you don't stop it or you forget,...

IPL isn't injections. It's a laser/light treatment. So, are you sure of what you purchased?? IPL is safe for people over 65, as long as you are seeing an experienced technician! "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot be held as true medical advice, but only...

IPL will be of modest benefit in removing angiofibromas. Best to see your dermatologist who can safely and easily remove these lesions for you without a scar, typically in 1-2 treatments of electrodesiccation or ablative laser.

These are good reasons to see a dermatologist for you skin treatments especially if you have considerable sun damage and have already had at least one skin cancer.  Early detection and treatment of skin cancers can keep you out of trouble.  A dermatologist who also does your cosmetic...

If the eyes were covered and completely protected from the IPL light during the procedure, you should not have damage from IPL.  If you eyes were open and experience close, bright flashes of light eye damage is possible.  

Generally, a minimum of 3 treatments spaced 3-4 weeks apart yields optimal results.  It is important to understand that a maintenance IPL treatment once or twice a year after the initial series is recommended to maintain your original results. We use the Palomar Icon which is wonderful...