Will a Halo laser work for hyperpigmentation/ IPL burns?! (Photo)

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I am of medium to darker skin tone and had an unqualified person perform IPL on my inner thigh/ bikini area. I had some discoloration in that area and she assured me that IPL would fix this. (If i would’ve done a bit of research i would’ve found out that IPL doesn’t work on my skin tone) anyways i trusted her and she completely burnt me and left me worse then before. Will the halo laser be able to reverse the hyper pigmentation of these burns?

Stanley Kovak, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I am sorry you had a poor experience. Fortunately, time does resolve most hyperpigmentation from laser treatments. Halo would likely be too harsh for this area and for your skin complexion. I would go with a gentler, more repetitive approach like microdermabrasions and even light skin peels. There are also skin lightening products that physicians can prescribe to help speed up the process. As with all laser treatments, there is a risk for hyperpigmentation, so be sure to do your research and stick with a reputable provider that has plenty of experience. I hope your next experience is much more pleasant. Best of luck to you!

Sarah Haydel, MD · Answer

Halo is a great treatment for pigment however you have burned skin that needs to heal. Caution needs to be taken before treating with a laser of any sorts at this point. Topical creams to treat hyperpigmentation should be used prior to Halo or any other laser treatments. Also you may want to seek a dermatologist office that specializes with your skin type and treatment of hyperpigmentation. Hope this helps and you get better soon. Time will tell and it will fade.

Peter Petropoulos, MD · Answer

Hi,
HALO can be used to treat this, but usually a course of proper skin care may turn it around and may not require the use of laser.  If it is needed after a few months of topical skin care, it can be used to treat residual hyperpigmentation

Robert G. Aycock, MD, FACS · Answer

Too much heat from any treatment could make darker skin types hyperpigment. It's safer to start with topical lightening creams for several weeks to prep the skin before any laser treatment. It's better to be very conservative with treating this. Please seek a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon.

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