fotofacial

Resolved Question: Which one do you recommend- IPL PhotoFacial or chemical peel for hyper pigmentation?

By Med Spa Expert at 27 January, 2010, 3:41 pm

Hello. I have mixed skin, more on the light side (Example- A litttle lighter than Ciara, Eva Longoria, Beyonce, etc). I have one little scar on my nose about the size of a pin point, that dips in from acne. And all of the other scars are just hyper pigmentation- places where I scratched and [...]

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Resolved Question: What kind of treatments work on african americans who have acne scars?

By Med Spa Expert at 27 January, 2010, 3:41 pm

I have tried the microdermabrasion, but that did not work for me.. I have a brown complexion, so im thinking about trying the fotofacial or chemical peel? I mean i know there is something out there that will help clear acne on african americans!! So plz give me some answers..

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Resolved Question: What kind of facial skin treatment should I get?

By Med Spa Expert at 1 January, 2009, 11:29 pm

I want to select one treatment (the longer lasting, the better) to address all of these concerns:
-tighten pores
-remove or lighten small red spots from broken capellaries/acne scars
-fine lines around eyes, on forehead, and sides of mouth
-general firmness and tightness
I was thinking of getting an IPL fotofacial, but I am wondering what might be better?

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Resolved Question: Should I just get photofacial or a laser treatment and then photofacial for black dots removal?

By Med Spa Expert at 1 January, 2009, 11:29 pm

These black dots are on my face. I went to 2 different doctors to see what each one says. One doctor says that I have to get a laser treatment(it looks like exuision, not sure what it says) before photo facial and rest a bit then go back and do photo facial. But the other [...]

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Resolved Question: PhotoFacial?

By Med Spa Expert at 1 January, 2009, 11:29 pm

Hi, I just had a Photofaicial done to treat acne and acne scars, it was very minor acne and minor scars but they were annoying me so i figured i would just get rid of it. I did about 2 and a half hours ago but i see no results my skin looks the same. [...]

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Resolved Question: What is the best treatment for moderate, persistent acne?

By Med Spa Expert at 1 January, 2009, 11:29 pm

What is the best way for men with light skin to treat moderate, persistent acne on the face? Acutane seems like overkill and is expensive. Pills like oracea or minocin have helped, but they have not given me clear skin, only a reduction in redness and acne. Topicals like finacea or metrogel are useless and [...]

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Resolved Question: photofacial…..have you done it? does it work? average cost?

By Med Spa Expert at 1 January, 2009, 11:29 pm

i have some brown acne scars on my face and although i no longer have acne im still forced to wear makeup to cover the scars…..im thinking o fotofacial but please let me know if you have any other suggestions

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Resolved Question: What is the most effective treatment menthod for acne rosacea?

By Med Spa Expert at 1 January, 2009, 11:29 pm

I am seeking treatment for my rosacea/acne. I have light, Celtic skin. My case is moderate and I live near many renown med spas, so I have a lot of options.
So, is blue light therapy, fotofacial, microderm or PDT the best treatment option? I have tried oracea and finacea and they help, but I [...]

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Resolved Question: I’m 38…Do I need a face lift? Photos!!!?

By Med Spa Expert at 1 January, 2009, 11:29 pm

I need to see if this looks like normal sagging for being 38. I know I need a chemical peel or fotofacial for the skin texture/redness, but do you think the sagging is excessive for my age? My skin redness will be corrected by the fotofacial, so please try to only consider the [...]

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Resolved Question: Ok to do Photofacial & facial waxing on the same day?

By Med Spa Expert at 1 January, 2009, 11:29 pm

Is it too much? They said they will do waxing first and then the IPL fotofacial which includes a regular facial.
Will this stop my skin from breaking out after the waxing like it usually does.
Advice please! Thank you

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Voting Question: Is it easier to just get a chemical peel than going thru photofacial?

By Med Spa Expert at 1 January, 2009, 11:29 pm

I went to the spa yesterday and they did a chemical peel on me, since i still have some active acne on my jaw and foreheads, once they are extracted, they said i should go thru the fotofacial but i know it takes like 3-5 sessions and each is like 200. wouldn’t it be easier [...]

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Resolved Question: What cpt codes for photofacial treatments are covered by insurance?

By Med Spa Expert at 1 January, 2009, 11:29 pm

Medically necessary cosmetic procedures are sometimes covered by medical insurance

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Resolved Question: anyone had laser photofacial foto facial treatment help with Cellulitis or Staph?

By Med Spa Expert at 1 January, 2009, 11:29 pm

I am getting laser foto facial treatments into the near future for melasma (sun damage/hyperpgimentation, collagen stimulation, scar reduction, overall skin conformity). I am curious though if I may get the added benefit of having this semi-painful & recurrent staph infection that seems to have colonized under my chin–under a layer or two of skin–killed [...]

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Resolved Question: Does anyone have any good and bad experience on using Photofacial laser treatment?

By Med Spa Expert at 1 January, 2009, 11:29 pm

I have some aged/brown spots around my eye area, what’s the best way to get rid of them? I am thinking about trying fotofacial, but really concerning about the safety of fotofacial. Does anyone have any good and bad experience on this? Thanks.

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Resolved Question: Do you really need several treatments for photofacial IPL laser?

By Med Spa Expert at 1 January, 2009, 11:29 pm

For spider veins & general redness on face. Does the 1st treatment get most of it & the repeat treatments fine tune it a bit? Or is there really a great improvement with each treatment?

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Resolved Question: where can I find a reputable place in San Diego?

By Med Spa Expert at 1 January, 2009, 11:29 pm

where I can get a fotofacial done? I have rosacea and read that Intense pulse lIght helps a lot when people have rosacea. Anybody know of a well established place in San Diego, or north county San Diego? I need some help ASAP!!!!

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Resolved Question: Has anyone ever had a photofacial for acne scars?

By Med Spa Expert at 1 January, 2009, 11:29 pm

Specifically, the one I would like to try is called Curelight fotofacial rejuvenation and it is supposed to reduce redness. Has anyone seen any results with this or a similar procedure?

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Resolved Question: Has anyone ever had a IPL Photofacial done? If so, did you like it? What were your experiences?

By Med Spa Expert at 1 January, 2009, 11:29 pm

I am looking into having this procedure done through Reveal Me basically to diminsh age/sun spots and minor acne scars. Any info from anyone who has had it done or has researched it would be great!

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