generated by an IPL treatment can worsen it . IPL is a non-ablative phototherapy that works by targeting melanin in the skin . Through the process of photothermolysis , light energy is converted to heat energy , which causes damage to the unwanted pigments in the skin .
PICO Genesis is a picosecond pulse duration laser with multiple wavelengths . It can be used on all skin types to treat a wide range of browns , including lentigines . PICO Genesis uses photoacoustic instead of photothermal technology and generates less heat than traditional lasers . Therefore , it can be used to treat melasma , all with minimal downtime .
The best way to treat aging skin is to keep it from aging .
While most clinicians will tell you that IPL is their go-to for reds , it is not one of my favorites because of the bruising and swelling associated with the treatment . Pulsed-dye lasers ( PDL ) and 532nm lasers are also highly effective for treating rosacea , broken capillaries , and diffuse redness . Like IPL , these lasers will have downtime . Some patients will experience petechiae , which occurs as a result of incomplete heating of the vessel during the treatment .