Can IPL negatively affect the skin's elasticity in the long term?

November 27, 2016
Asked By:smilebright7 in New York, NY

Got IPL 2 years ago. 4 sessions to treat sun damage. 1st year: skin was visibly brighter/clearer. Over past 8 months I've noticed orange-peel texture + development of small lines all over my face, from crows feet down to jaw, also on nose, cheeks, etc. It's like my skin has rapidly aged. Is it possible for IPL to penetrate to the level of dermis responsible for keeping skin tight/firm? What's best way to treat orangepeel texture, decreased elasticity? Would chemical peels work?

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