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What is the difference between IPL treatment and Cynosure?
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I would like to find the best solution for the brown sun spots on my face. It would be nice if the wrinkles go away too. Read more
Are FotoFacial/IPL Treatment results long lasting?
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I had IPL about a month ago and love the results. However, I've heard that the results with IPL are not permanent, that they fade over time. Is this true? How can I make my results last longer? Read more
How can I treat naso labial lines?
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What is the best treatment or combination treatments for nasolabial facial folds? If you suggest facial fillers as one of the treatments, what one or combination of different fillers is best? Read more
Can I get an IPL photofacial if I am on coumadin?
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I am on coumadin due to damaged vein during a previous back surgery. I have a stent in my left iliac vein and am factor 5 lieden. I have very good health otherwise. Can I have a IPL photofacial? Read more
When having an IPL treatment done, will you get an even consistency?
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When you have a FotoFacial or IPL treatment done, does the laser treat the entire face so you get an even consistency in color? Read more
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
Will the dark brown spots that appear after Fotofacial/IPL treatments go away?
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I had my first fotofacial treatment last night and the brown spots are very dark and coming to the surface. What I was wondering is will these stay this way until more treatments are performed or will some of ... Read more
Is it safe to have an ipl, microdermabration, and chemical peel all in the same visit?
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Is it safe to have an ipl, microdermabration, and chemical peel all in the same visit? Read more
Can IPL treatments damage your eyes?
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Immediately after an intense pulsed light (IPL) treatment, my eyes were sore, heavy and watery. The ophthalmologist prescribed medication, which took months to repair my eyes. They still aren't 100 percent. The... Read more
Is IPL or Laser Resurfacing the best procedure for rosacea?
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I am looking into options to reduce my rosacea symptoms (redness, scars, bumps) and to improve the appearance of my skin. I am looking at the IPL or the combo IPL+Laser. Read more
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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
Why is it that IPL treatments have to be 3-6 weeks apart?
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Is there a reason you have to wait between IPL treatments? Read more
Do IPL treatments help remove/reduce stretch marks?
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I was told online that intense pulsed light (IPL) treatments are good for reducing/removing stretch marks from the back of the legs and lower back. Is this true? Read more
Is Fotofacial/IPL the best for wrinkles in the eye area?
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Is IPL or Fraxel better for reducing fine lines and eye wrinkles? I have pretty noticeable crow's feet. Read more
Does Fotofacial/IPL treatments cause cancer?
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Have studies been done to show whether IPL or other light-based skin rejuvenation procedures raise the likelihood of melanoma? Read more
What is an alternative to an IPL treatment that lasts longer than a year?
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It says that IPL treamtments will last only a year? However, I can not afford to redo this treatment every year. I have sun damage and need a more permanent option. Read more
Does IPL treat acne scars?
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Does IPL treat acne scars and is that the most effective way to treat acne scars? Read more
Fotofacial versus IPL, what's the difference?
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What are the differences between Fotofacial, Photofacial, and Intense Pulsed Light therapy, and what can these treatments be used for? Read more
Can FotoFacial/IPL Treatments work on the scalp?
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I'm a balding man in my 50s, and I have a lot of sun damage and age spots on the top of my head. Is FotoFacial a good choice to treat this, or are other options better? Is the skin on the scalp more sensitive t... 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
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