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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
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
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
Can the IPL treatment cause damage to your skin?
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I had my first IPL treatment and have many red marks that still hurt some along my jaw line. I also had a few areas that swelled up, then the skin peeled leaving a scab. I have one that looks like a long scra... 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
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
I have dry skin and brown spots after my IPL treatment, is this normal?
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I just got an IPL treatment 5 days ago and my skin is extremely dry and my brown spots are more noticeable, is that normal? Read more
Does an IPL/PhotoFacial tighten sagging skin?
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As above, does IPL/PhotoFacial also tighten your skin or does that call for a different procedure? Read more
Can someone get burned by a fotofacial IPL laser even if it is a low setting?
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I heard some many bad reviews about people getting burned from this laser. I have fair skin and facial veins I want to get rid of. Also, what are the reasons why someone would get burned. If a person is burn... Read more
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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
Recently had terrible reaction to Photofacial, could it have burned the subdermal layer and caused permanent damage?
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Have had PFs before (2), 4 weeks apart. I'm not using any new meds or face products, just a different tech. Luminesse laser, same settings caused my face to swell like a balloon, lumpy, and red almost like hist... 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
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
I have mild welts after a fotofacial. Is this normal?
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I've had many fotofacials over the last 20 years. Once I had extreme itching that lasted for almost 9 months. I attribute it to the high-powered topical they applied. I usually apply my own 5% lidocaine. Today,... 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 it normal to have breakouts 4 days after my first IPL treatment?
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I had my first IPL treatment for facial redness and broken veins. 4 days since my first treatment and I've had breakouts of pimples. i havent had such a breakout since my teens im in my mid 30s now. 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
Should the skin be pink after the brown spots crust off?
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Three days ago I had ipl treatment on my face. Several of the spots crusted and flakes away leaving pink skin underneath. Is this normal or was I burned. What do I do now? 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
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