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Will one ipl treatment make a difference or do i must have to take a series of treatments? i only have mild pigmentation on my face.

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Dr. Stephen Southard answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

You could see some .: Benefit, but to be hones if you are undergoing IPL for hyperpigmentation, it usually requires multiple treatments to see a very significant difference on the order of 3-6 treatments. But remember this is great variation depending on your situation. Best of luck.

Answered 8/5/2014

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