IPL for Stretch Marks?

"Stretch marks can't officially be ""cured,"" and it will take a combination approach and consistent treatment to see great results. However, there are a multitude of treatments currently available that can be utilized. I recommend a combination of microneedling/PRP, lasers (Erbium, Fraxel, Excel V, Pulsed Dye Laser, Laser Genesis, Yellow laser) or radiofrequency devices like Intensif, Fractora, Skinfinitiy, and Venus Viva. I recommend seeing an expert for a formal evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer"

Intense Pulse Light can be beneficial for pigmentation (redness) of stretchmarks, which may benefit the appearance of stretchmarks.  But IPL will not directly improve the lines themselves.

Unfortunately, IPL will only improve the appearance of the red areas, not repair the stretch marks. There are still not enough studies or research to find the perfect stretch mark repair machine.

Good luck and thank you for your question.

IPL may be helpful to minimize pigmentation and redness of a stretch mark but that may be it. Topical tretinoin should be the foundation of any stretch mark therapy. You may want to seek out a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon who has expertise in Fractional CO2 Laser Resurfacing as it may be helpful to even out textural changes associated with stretch marks.

We recommend laser treatments for stretch marks. While the IPL may be appropriate for some red stretch marks, we believe there are better options. Here are the suggestions.

Red Stretch Marks - Pulsed Dye Lasers.
Brown Stretch Marks - Q-Switched Lasers.
Textured Stretch Marks - Non-ablative, Fractional & Erbium Lasers.