How much downtime is realistic for lasers?
I’ll answer this more completely soon in a post. Offices often vary widely on instructions for this and, of course, it varys by the laser. You don’t mention whether this...
What’s going on with men and “red necks?”
This is actually where the term “red neck” came from because it is literally a red neck associated with sun exposure and outdoor occupuations and lifestyles. Men suffer from it...
What about IPL with Levulan for sun damage, aging and/or oil?
I am not a fan of this combination which has been around now and sometimes in the press for about 5 years now. Here’s why: It can produce severe facial...
How to tell a high quality IPL/Photorejuvenation treatment from one that isn’t.
You raise a good point. How DO you tell if the treatment is good quality? Often, especially at spas, because the laser industry sells different machines to them usually, the...
Self-tanners and lasers – are they compatible?
Yikes – generally you want to avoid self-tanners for at least 1-2 weeks prior to any laser procedure. And hopefully, your board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeons office is giving...
Problems with uneven pigment after an IPL treatment.
I’m so glad you find SkinTour helpful! It’s so frustrating when something like this happens but a couple of words of encouragement. In general, this will resolve but two...
At 33, which laser would be best to maintain my skin?
At 33 with minimal sun damage, my vote would be for IPL because you can build a little collagen, take care of small red veins, small brown spots and minimize...
How to control flushing with rosacea.
I’m hoping that you’re working with a dermatologist, so if not, please do seek care. Many patients with rosacea also have problems with irritation from products and then the irritation...
For dark african or african american skin, is photorejuvenation (IPL) a good idea?
In general, the answer to this is no! Photorejuventation excels at removing/reducing red spots, blotches and dilated veins/capillaries and in most darker skin types, this type of redness isn’t a...
IPL and asian skin – are certain precautions needed?
This is somewhat true. IPL treatments should be adjusted for your skin type by the nurse doing the treatment. The best IPLs (not usually found in spas and salons) are...
