fREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
You may have a few questions before you reach out or before your first appointment with us! Please review a few common frequently asked questions below & if your questions are still not answered, give us a call and we would be happy to help!
Contraindications
IPL photorejuvenation or hair removal is not recommended if you:
- Currently have a suntan
- Have natural skin type V or V1, based on the Fitzpatrick Scale:
- Higher pigmentation has more risk in hyperpigmentation and hyperpigmentation.
- Please call for a consultation on our other treatments that may be safer to assist you
- Are currently on a photosensitive medication
- You have not been off of Acutane for six months.
Can dermaplaning alter your natural hair to make it darker / thicker?
No! You are unable to change the physiology of the hair through the hair shaft. To alter the texture of hair you must impact the hair follicle.
What are the most common places to have Photorejuvenation done?
The most common place is the face, although we often treat the neck & chest area, hands, as well as arms. However, we can treat any area on the body!