Is IPL, Botox or filler okay with these medical problems?
All three of these treatments are generally so safe that they are compatible with most medical problems. It is important though to check with your doctor – in your case...
Will IPL leave me with a completely pale face?
The short answer is , no it won’t. It’s almost impossible to remove all color from someone’s face and even when you wear sunscreen, some light gets through to stimulate...
What about IPL for melasma?
Please, please avoid this one. IPL in most patients with melasma is more likely to worsen it than improve it. In very rare instances, if you have very light...
If I’m dry after an IPL or laser procedure, should I use a loofah?
In general, after any laser procedure, including the IPL, you want to treat your skin very gently to avoid irritating it while it’s healing. Even though it doesn’t look like it sometimes,...
Should I have an IPL treatment in June? I’m going on vacation in July.
There are really two issues here. Is it safe? And is it worth it? On the safety issue first, as long as you don’t have melasma, are a lighter skin type...
Can a laser be used safely if I’m on a medication that makes me photosenstive?
Usually lasers and IPL systems can be used safely in this circumstance. The key is for the nurse, PA-C or doctor to do several test areas on your face before treating...
Chloasma/melasma – are lasers safe especially on darker skin types?
So first, I’m assuming you’ve had these spots looked at in the past year by a dermatologist to make sure they are not skin cancer! Then, this is a tough question and...
Is it normal to have severe swelling after an IPL?
There are a lot of different IPLs on the market now so I can’t claim to have looked at them all but……. most systems use gel on the skin between the...
A follow up on a problem with an IPL treatment!
I’m impressed because this is a really tough situation and you’re doing such a great job being proactive about it. Kudos to you! I’m guessing, hoping that they all went...
I’m having difficulty finding a good cosmetic dermatologist where I live.
Okay so good questions! I’ll try to clarify. Many good dermatologists or plastic surgeons will delegate procedures. I don’t have a problem with this as long as the laser provider...
