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Will Fotofacial/IPL reduce oil glands?
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My face is super oily and I'm looking for a way to slow down the sebaceous glands. What is the best procedure for this? Read more
Can IPL treatment worsen rosacea?
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Had my first ipl with lumenis M22 6 weeks ago. On day 3 I developed increased redness, blotchiness, larger pores and "orange peel" look to my cheeks. It has not improved. Wondering if there are any treatment... Read more
Is Fotofacial/IPL safe for African Americans?
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I've heard that because of the risk of changes in pigmentation, IPL isn't safe for African Americans or other individuals with darker complexions. Is this true? Read more
Can an IPL fotofacial also tighten your skin?
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what fotofacial/ipl treatments work best for mouth lines?
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what works better for lines around the mouth- Genesis or IPL? Read more
How to prevent scarring?
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I had ipl 5 days ago. On that day, 1 of the brownspots wiped off while washing my face. It never had a chance to crust. Its now infected. I'm on oral antibiotics & using bacitracin. Was this a blister? More im... Read more
Which IPL machine is the best?
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I had IPL done about 7 years ago (approximately 6 treatments were performed). I need at least one more to touch things up. I used to know the best kind of machine, but don't remember now. I was told they are no... Read more
IPL for red acne scars?
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I have 2-month-old red acne scars all over both cheeks. The acne is gone now, can I get IPL to help the redness go away? Or is it better to let it repair on its own? Read more
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When can I have IPL after a breakout?
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Is there a certain amount of time I need to wait after pimples go away before I can have IPL? Will IPL make the breakout worse if it's done too soon? Read more
Is Intense Pulse Light therapy an effective treatment for stretch marks?
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I have moderate, white stretch marks on my stomach and chest after having a baby. Is IPL a good option, or is another treatment better for this? Read more
I am a juvenile diabetic. Is it safe for me to get an IPL photo facial?
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My diabetic doctor is busy, and I cannot get in to see him for a few months. I would like to try one of these facials, but want an experts opinion before I do. Read more
What is the maximum number of IPL Treatments I can get without damaging my face?
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I've had seven IPL Treatments and still need more. Read more
Can fotofacial/ipl treatments lighten freckles?
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Or is there a better treatment for dark freckles? Read more
Can IPL treatments alter a brown spot that could be melanoma?
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I have a family history of melanoma and lots of age spots on my chest, hands and face. I get skin checks yearly but they do not know about how intense pulsed light treatments will affect my skin. Given my backg... Read more
What is the most effective way to get rid of dark circles?
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I use Teamine twice a day and make up to cover my dark circles, but I would love to get rid of them or lessen them a whole lot more. If I am going to spend a lot of money to fix them I just want it to be the mo... Read more
What are some freckle therapy treatment options for Asians?
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I am an Asian. There is a piece of yellow and light brown spots on the left side of my face. I am not sure that is freckle or something else. Currently I am looking for a treatment to cure it, please assist me ... Read more
What can be done if spots spread and darken after an IPL treatment?
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I recently had an intense pulsed light (IPL) treatment done on my face. After the peeling stage, the spots spread and became darker. The doctor is unsure why this happened and gave me a chemical peel. I am now... Read more
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