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Review
. 2016 Jul;43(3):535-40.
doi: 10.1016/j.cps.2016.03.008. Epub 2016 Apr 29.

Intense Pulsed Light Therapy for Skin Rejuvenation

Barry E DiBernardo  1 , Jason N Pozner  2
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Review

Intense Pulsed Light Therapy for Skin Rejuvenation

Barry E DiBernardo et al. Clin Plast Surg. 2016 Jul.

Abstract

Intense pulsed light (IPL), also known as pulsed light and broad band light, is a nonlaser light source used to treat a variety of vascular and pigmented lesions, photo damage, active acne, and unwanted hair. Current IPL systems are much improved from older-generation devices with better calibration, integrated cooling, and improved tuning. These devices are extremely popular because of their versatility and are often the first devices recommended and purchased in many offices.

Keywords: Intense pulsed light (IPL); Laser hair removal; Pigment treatment; Skin rejuvenation; Vascular lesion treatment.

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