Two days after IPL photofacial large dark areas on face, "dirty look" is this normal? (Photo)

Hydroquinone and IPL are often used in combination. HQ should be applied nightly to dark areas, and you need to be using a good sunscreen daily. "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person treatment...

African American skin tones and skin that has more pigment or melanin is mire prone to developing both hyper and hypopigmention (unwanted darkening or lightening of the skin) that may be permanent. Also, darker skin types may be at higher risk of burn from the treatment. Depending on skin type,...

In Asia, skin whitening is a commonly requested procedure. Your options include 1. Vitamin C drips, which is controversial and can lead to allergic reactions 2. Antioxidants and lightening creams which are hydroquinone based 3. Lasers and light, which target and breakdown melanin pigments, hence...

Yes, it is safe to treat over the scar.  IPL is used to fade the redness of a new scar and can help flatten a scar.  It should be performed by an experienced technician under the supervision of a physician.

Once someone has had Ultra Pulse CO2 laser resurfacing, it is recommended to wait about six to eight weeks before proceeding with any other laser treatments. This time allows the skin to heal and decrease from any swelling that may have occurred before continuing with a session of IPL or...

With IPL treatments, microcrusting(coffee grounds) usually appears in 24-48 hours. A series of IPL photofacials (3-6) depending on how much damage was present initially may be recommended to achieve optimal results. If you have stubborn pigment, consider a series of treatments 3-4 weeks apart....