I had 4 IPL, last one almost 4 mos ago. My melasma and hyperpigmentation are worse. I'm even getting spots now that I never had. Will Picosure/Enligthen Help? I'm a Fitz III.
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Answer: For Treating Melasma Perhaps Less Light & Energy Based Gizmos & More Conventional Topicals & Superficial Peels
Thank you for your question. With the enlighten, only one treatment will not fade all the pigment. If it did change with one, then you have hope that the black will fade with the next treatments. It could take 5-6 depending on how the pigment responds. Hang in there!
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