I had ipl 5 years ago with fantastic results. The Pigment has come back but my original therapist moved so have been to someone else. After 2 treatments there are no results. I have discussed with her, she said not everyone has peppering but I feel the machine settings are wrong. Due for a third visit. Your opinion would be appreciated.
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I am not much of a fan of energy-based devices, including IPL, as anyone who has been following my answers over the years will attest to. Overall, they largely appear to be supported far more by device manufacturer backed marketing hype than hard science. That being said, in the pix provided, I...
Diode, alexandrite and yag lasers work best for hair removal. Keep in mind, it will take a series of treatments and some people need treatments to maintain. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a laser hair removal expert. Best, Dr. Emer
In our practice it would depend on the type of pigmentation we are treating. IPL is great for sundamage/freckles and broken blood vessels/redness. However it is not recommended for Melasma or PIH (Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation). Chemical Peels are the gold standard for those peticular ...