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I agree with both responses. IPL treatment on lighter skin has fewer complications as long as proper settings and techniques were used. Most IPL devices selectively target brown and red which makes it more risky for darker skin types.
I agree wholeheartedly with Dr. Rueckl. IPL is safest for skin types 1 and 2 (Caucasians), but with appropriate settings and technique can be very safe for types III (hispanic) and IV (very light African American) skin.
There are 5 levels for the Fitzpatrick scale for skin typing. 1 and 2 are safe for IPL. 3 is safe as long as you have a great experienced technician. Even 4 can be safe with low settings and long pulses. Skin type 5 is generally entirely discouraged from IPL treatments. "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."
Yes, IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) laser treatments are very safe and effective for treating patients with thin skin. IPL is a gentle treatment that is non-ablative and much less aggressive than other laser treatments.
IPL Indicated one wave-Length ; BBL covers and array of wave-lengths depending on the problem you are treating. We use IPL with velashape and BBL on faces, arms, etc.
After laser treatments, it is common to have "grid" like marks on the face, or even areas that temporarily look "striped". As a provider, it is difficult to clearly see your skin and it's condition without seeing you in person. I will say, however that it is fairly common to have a grid-like...
