I suffer from sun spots/dark brown spots that I desperately have wanted gone . I originally purchased an IPL (since i’ve got it once before and loved it) when I got to my appt the lady told me I could get yag for only $20 more and said it works much faster and is more intense . i’m just wondering if IPL and YAG has much of a difference on what it does to brown spots ? and what should I apply on during the healing process ? I know I have to wear spf :)
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These are similar treatments. For rosacea, I like a combination approach, using lasers (ProYellow, Pulsed Dye/Vbeam, Excel V), peels and botox to the cheeks. This makes dramatic changes in color and symptoms. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer
Thank you for your question. It is very important to take vitamin supplements to improve skin health. We recommend a Multivitamin, Vitamin C and Vitamin D. We recommend 1000mg of Vitamin C daily, best split up into 4 doses of 250mg so the Vitamin C can be better absorbed. If you take 100...
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