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IPL for rosacea?

Really interested in trying IPL for rosacea next year but very worried in things going wrong and the possibility of making it worse. Does

Did I inflict damage to my skin?

I had IPL treatment on cleavage Oct 16,2015, and started to use isotretinoins Nov 11,2015. I only had 240 mg. Anyway, could isotretinoins I

Should I get my second IPL ahead of Accutane? (Photo)

I received an IPL for cystic acne 3 weeks ago. Initially, I really improved but suspect I started purging (breaking out in same area) and

Is IPL laser safe after 1 week of isotretinoin?

i took one week of isotretinoin a couple weeks ago. do i have to wait 6 months before doing laser treatments?

Is IPL (ellipse) a good alternative for red post-acne marks? (photos)

I have eaten Isotretenoin against acne and it has given a good effect. (5 months ago) Now I have red / pink marks left on my cheeks. I'd

Is IPL and other forms of laser safe on Accutane?

My current doctor in Singapore claims that a non ablative laser is safe on Accutane(20mg once a day for 10 months) and some other derms

Is topical Vit A in it various forms contraindicated prior to IPL?

I've read on this site that oral isotretinoin is contraindicated up to a year prior to IPL because it is photo-sensitizing. Is there a