Is IPL a good option for my crepey like skin under eyes?

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Female, white, 38. In march 21 i had restalyne lift for some tear trough filler and i had pretty good results. 1 syringe split b/w both eyes. Definitely got rid of my hollow under eyes. Over a year later i was pretty happy. In fact, the tear trough isnt really noticable. However, as time passed, i notice, especially when i smile, i seem pretty wrinkly or crepe under eyes. I recently got a touchup of regular restalyne and alittle botox but still crepe. Is ipl a better idea? Or something else?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis. We see atrophic and hypertrophic scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus 8, scar subcision, fibrous release, fractional laser, CO2 laser, Thulium laser, PDL Vbeam laser, and fractional resurfacing can be used in addition to TCA Cross and chemical peels to further improve skin. Patients should start Melarase AM and Melarase PM for active hyperpigmentation. Always begin with a consultation to discuss the best treatment options for your type of skin. .

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A.J. Amadi, MD · Answer

IPL, or Intense Pulse Light, is great at addressing discoloration on the skin, such as hyperpigmentation and redness. While it can stimulate collagen and elasticity, there are other treatments better suited to address under eye texture, such as Erbium: YAG light skin resurfacing laser and other potential skin resurfacing treatments. Usually, multiple treatments are necessary to address the concern. It is important to remember that lines in motion or lines that appear with facial expressions are normal and are to be expected as we get older. It is always important to consult your provider for the best treatments suitable for you.

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Derakhsh Fozouni, MD · Answer

IPL is intended for brown/red spots removal. It does stimulate collagen to a minor degree but, you will not see much difference. If your main concern is crepey skin, there are different choices that will deliver better results compared to an IPL. There are different fractionated lasers that are great at improving skin laxity, Microneedling with PRP is another great option to consider and PDO threads will certainly help with laxity of the skin in that area.
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Is IPL a good option for my crepey like skin under eyes?

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