Can IPL be combined with diamond glow facial? How long should the two procedures be spaced apart? Which should be done first?

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Age: 34

Paul Flashner, MD · Answer

The IPL and diamond glow facial is a perfect marriage of lifting unwanted pigment/sun damage from the skin, and also removing the dead skin and debris from your pores. 
First you will do the IPL ( intense pulse light) which will lift the hyperpigmentation from your skin. The lifting process takes about two weeks. At which point, you will come in for the diamond glow facial to extract the flaky pigment which has risen to the surface of the skin. You will need to do this process 3-4 times for optimal results.

A.J. Amadi, MD · Answer

A diamond glow facial is a controlled exfoliation of the skin using a diamond tip. This procedure removes the top layer of dead skin from the surface. Usually, it is recommended to wait 2-4 weeks post-facial exfoliation prior to receiving IPL treatment to allow the skin to epithelize. I would recommend the diamond glow first, then the IPL treatment. However, this all depends on the guidelines placed by your provider.

This response is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by a qualified healthcare provider.

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