Even Paula Says IPL Photofacials Work

I receive Paula Begoun’s newsletter and was quite surprised to see what she had to say about IPL photofacials. Paula is known as the Cosmetics Cop for the great information she provides consumers on cosmetic ingredients. Her very popular book, Don’t Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me, is in its 5th edition.



Paula is more of a skeptic than I regarding new anti-aging treatments and ingredients, but here’s part of what she had to say about IPL in response to a woman’s question about a Jessner’s peel recommended by her esthetician.



“I'd suggest trying a series of IPL treatments (also known as PhotoFacials) or a series of AHA or BHA peels. Both are less problematic than Jessner's and, over time, can produce comparable results with less initial irritation. Your esthetician may not offer such procedures or services, which would explain why she suggested a Jessner’s peel. In general, it is best to have IPL treatments or peels done by a physician or at an accredited facility with a doctor on staff. The IPL treatments will also address the superficial redness you noted, as well as stimulate collagen production to make your fine lines less noticeable.”



I love the convenience and cost-effectiveness of being able to do my own phototherapy treatments with the Quasar Baby LED photofacial wand.



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