I was told to do nothing to my IPL burn / blister. Is this right?

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I had IPL this afternoon. Have had it twice before over a 3 year period so know what to expect. The machine burnt me this time. The practitioner admitted as much & apologised. She said it would blister. When I asked should I apply anything, she said NO. Nothing. "Just don't touch it." All my research is telling me that any blistering from IPL should be treated by keeping it moist & / or wet. I'm distressed as I'd like to be diligent in this healing. Will go back to them in the morning. Thanks

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

You can apply Neosporin or Aquaphor to the area, try and keep it moist and stay away from the sun until healed

Melinda Lirag Lacerna-Kimbrell, MD, FACS · Answer

I recommend applying lots of Aquaphor to the area and staying away from the sun!If its not healing make sure you seek appropriate medical care

F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

I tell people not to poke or pop a blister from IPL, but it's absolutely necessary to keep it very moist, and out of the sun. Also, sometimes a topical prescription like Betamethasone Ointment will help. In your case, I would absolutely have recommended Betamethasone immediately. That burn is significant and will require diligent care, as well as possible post treatment concerns of hyper or hypo pigmentation. Seek the care of an experienced physician as soon as possible. "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot 
be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person 
treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."

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