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Can IPL correct hyperpigmention from Morpheus8? (Photos)

I am a 39 year old female.145lbs 5 5" skin type 2.5 or 3. I started morphues8 treatments on my outter and inner thighs i have had 3 treatments on both but i grew concerned with doscolortion and they mentioned it was due to my skin type. Im trying to be hopeful and patient. We are starting ipl treatments soon amd tjey feel confident this will take care od the issue. I would just like other options.

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