I've read that many people have experienced severe complications because of IPL laser treatments. Orange peel skin, and terrible scarring to name a few. I also noticed that many of these posts and stories were from 2010-2012. Have they worked out the kinks as of late? Are these issues rare occurrences? I'm scheduled to get my first IPL treatment in a week, and am wondering if I should cancel ASAP. Note:my treatment will be for rosacea.
August 8, 2016
Answer: Considering IPL for rosacea There have been many improvements in IPL treatment over the last few years. Not all IPL is the same. If you research the best aesthetic lasers, the Icon platform by Cynosure is at the top. The IPL is dual filtered which ensures optimal light spectrum based on what pigment you are targeting. It also has the industry's only melanin reader which helps ensure the proper settings to use. If you are looking for quality laser skin care, you should look in to the equipment, as well as the experience a facility offers.
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August 8, 2016
Answer: Considering IPL for rosacea There have been many improvements in IPL treatment over the last few years. Not all IPL is the same. If you research the best aesthetic lasers, the Icon platform by Cynosure is at the top. The IPL is dual filtered which ensures optimal light spectrum based on what pigment you are targeting. It also has the industry's only melanin reader which helps ensure the proper settings to use. If you are looking for quality laser skin care, you should look in to the equipment, as well as the experience a facility offers.
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August 8, 2016
Answer: Risks from IPL for rosacea There are potential risks with any light based procedures such as lasers or IPL. It depends on a variety of factors, the most important being your Fitzpatrick Skin Type. The lighter or whiter you are in general, the less the risk. In addition, it is important to goto a practice or a provider who has experience in the treatment of your skin type. There are many devices on the market and while some are certainly better than others, they pretty much do the same thing. IPL is a broad band light and it is used to treat both brown and red discoloration on the skin. Some devices have specific filters that can treat one or the other.
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August 8, 2016
Answer: Risks from IPL for rosacea There are potential risks with any light based procedures such as lasers or IPL. It depends on a variety of factors, the most important being your Fitzpatrick Skin Type. The lighter or whiter you are in general, the less the risk. In addition, it is important to goto a practice or a provider who has experience in the treatment of your skin type. There are many devices on the market and while some are certainly better than others, they pretty much do the same thing. IPL is a broad band light and it is used to treat both brown and red discoloration on the skin. Some devices have specific filters that can treat one or the other.
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