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Benzoyl peroxide, depending on the strength, can dry up the skin. I would wait till the IPL treatment redness subsides before using BP.Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Once your skin is healed--no longer red, pink or swollen-- you may resume the benzoyl peroxide. Plan on waiting about one week until using it, and you will find it actually will help slough off any remaining dryness quicker as it will lightly exfoliate the skin.
Thanks for your question. The big thing in recovery from IPL is that your skin will be quite dry and tend towards flakiness. You'll need to be using a really good moisturizer as well as sun screen. As you know, benzoyl peroxide can dry your skin as well. If I was you, I'd wait a couple of weeks before resuming its use, but your skin will tell you when it's time. For my personal experience with IPL, check out the video link below!
IPL can cause swelling. My suggestion is to call your physician, a board certified cosmetic dermatologist or plastic surgeon. Antihistamines, cool compresses, oral steroids and diuretics are all options to help. Best, Dr. Emer.
These rarely work, if you dont have irritation you can use it as much as you like. id follow the instructions on the device however. Best, Dr. Emer.
There is no reason you couldn't have this, however, I tell people to avoid any cosmetic treatments during IVF to ensure there are no issues. Best, Dr. Emer.
Hello. There are two possibilities in your situation. The first is that you may have Melasma. Melasma is a common hormonally related condition that appears as brown spots on the cheeks, upper lip and forehead. In many cases it is mistaken for sun damage and treated with...
My office specializes in photofacials. We use the IPL Limelight and there is no clinical data to support a contraindication between IPL and birth control pills. Do not undergo IPL if you are taking photosensitizing meds. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
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