Preventive treatments for those in their 20s and 30s!
...dermatologist should guide you: Fraxel Dual if you have “sun spots” and large pores IPL if more red and just a few brown spots Thermage for tightening/lifting a little Clear...
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Complicated questions about pigment, causes and treatment!
I’m glad you asked this because your situation really illustrates something that I think could benefit many readers. Your situation is quite complicated and I would never presume to be...
Which laser for broken capillaries and veins on the face?
Either an IPL system or a pulsed dye system – both work nicely for this as long as the doctor/nurse know how to operate the laser/IPL system well and have...
Fraxel and hyperpigmentation.
...you and also correct use of sunscreens and other options!! I agree that the IPL is not a good option right now unless an laser expert dermatologist recommended it. More...
Could a laser like the IPL spead a skin cancer?
...improve precancerous skin conditions and sun damage. An IPL doesn’t penetrate the skin so it doesn’t improve sun damage as much, but it won’t make anything worse. Next to your...
Which lasers and in what order for acne scarring & redness??
...talk to your doctor about: Redness. Generally, the Fraxel or fractionated CO2 lasers or subscision will aggravate redness slightly for 2-8 weeks. If the IPL treatments are done after,...
When we’re older, can we get that fine, even, dewey look again? Skin care over…
Hmmmmm……. I’m guessing we would all wish for that. It’s possible to turn that clock back quite a bit but probably not that far! Here are my votes for skin...
Am I getting my money’s worth on this??
...a prescription. Also in general, IPL laser treatments are better for lighter, flat lentigoes (freckles), dilated blood vessels or flushing and help a little with pore size and very early...
Is it safe to swim (in a pool or otherwise) after lasers?
...here are some general guidelines: IPLs and pulsed dye 3-7 days Laser hair removal 3-7 days Fraxels 14-30 days Co2s 14-30 days Radiofrequency 2-3 days Also, remember that swim goggles...
Do IPLs cause skin tightening or help with sagging?
No, IPLs do not help to tighten skin or improve sagging!! They excel at treating redness and lighter, smaller brown flat brown spots due to sun damage. Dr. I Read...
