The short answer is no. The reason is that it is a “true” laser which has only 1 wavelength. The IPLs remove blood vessels, remove brown spots AND build collagen because they...
Did your dermatologist see you after the IPL treatment or was this done over the phone? If the doctor has not seen you, please call and just nicely insist that they do. ...
You are wise to be a bit careful! If you can do it in the winter and not be tan at all, you might do well with an IPL (photorejuvenation). BUT……… you...
Hormones really affect melasma. If you take estrogen or use a birth control pill, please be extra careful about not burning or tanning. If you notice brown blotches starting, see...
These are all good questions. My concern is that when you saw your local doctor these questions weren’t answered. I would recommend getting a second opinion from another office and...
Here are some things to try for swelling after an IPL treatmemt: Ice, ice and more ice right after the treatment. They should give you several ice/cold packs so you can...
Excellent question! There are many different companies making IPLs now and they are not all created equally. The ones sold to salons and medispas tend to be less powerful and...
Good for you for getting back into shape!! It’s hard, isn’t it. Well……..it depends on which type of laser and how loose the skin is. If it’s more like a...
I hear this question/problem A LOT! IPL systems are numerous and not all created equally. Some IPL systems are almost worthless in my opinion because they are underpowered and not...
Too many sunburns in the past and all those fun racerback tops might be catching up with you! The most cost effective way to treat these is with an IPL or...
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