IPL treatment(s) for my dark spots and hyperpigmentation? If so, how many treatments? (photos)

Typically, we start with 3 sessions of IPL for conditions such as yours.  Often times, starting with a microdermabrasion or chemical peel will help with overlying pigmentation first, followed by IPL.

Hi Hollie-- Yes, I agree with the other answers here that you are a great candidate for IPL for the brown spots. That usually requires a series of treatments, and should be able to produce an even skin tone. This will not help with the black heads. 

The right skin care regimen catered to your skin type can help improve tone and clear your skin and give you the brightness a 27 year old should have. A good cleanser with glycolic and salicylic acid for exfoliation and a low-concentration salicylic acid toner will help keep the pores clear. A high quality Vitamin C serum and retinol and/or a skin lightening serum will, over time, fade away the brown spots AND clear your skin. And always wear a sun block every day on your face to make sure the spots don't just darken back up. Lastly-- you can kick off your regimen by starting with a high quality peel designed for pigment that will also clear those pores. The cost of a high quality peel PLUS a great skin care product regimen will likely be less than an IPL series.