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I recommend waiting to do IPL treatment once you are done with nursing. Your hormone levels are still elevated while nursing and this may increase the risks for pigment issues with IPL treatment.
There should be no adverse effects on IPL on nursing. There are no negative effects after the procedure is complete. I would recommend one to three sessions to improve results with the IPL in my office. Surgery90210
There is no problem having IPL treatments while you are nursing. Remember to use sun protection after your treatments.
I have treated many patients in my office with IPL who are nursing. There are no issue with it, nor are there adverse affects in the literature or from the manufacturers.
IPL will not do anything for the dark circles under your eyes. You may be a better off with using a filler, like Juvederm or Restylane.
At 3 days out and based on what you are describing, it does sound like coffee grounds, which is the actual pigment rising out of the treated skin. It can be flaky or gooey, but it usually does come about 2-5 days after treatment. You can LIGHTLY rub the spots as they surface--very lightly, with...
The risk of hair loss from laser is largely related to the color of the hair. If the hair is brown or black, then there is a risk of the laser targeting the melanin in the hair. If the hair is blond or gray, then the risk of hair loss after laser is much lower. Pulsed dye laser...
IPL and Genisis will not typically give you optimal results for "moderately deep lines on the upper lip". Consider a stronger resurfacing laser, Botox, and a filler like Restylane for best results. You will be happier in the long term... Hope this helps. Good...
Sigh, I'm sorry. Unfortunately, the short answer is "no" hypopigmentation doesn't resolve. Because in essence the pigment has been removed from there, and you cannot get it back. You can try to have further IPL (from a doctor's office only!!) to lighten the skin around the very hypopigmented...
Sometimes after a procedure like this, the skin can become irritated. If there is redness and itching, it may be fine to use some hydrocortisone 1% cream. If it persists, I would encourage you to see your physician.
