Comparing laser light with IPL light energy in the skin

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I often see comments online claiming things like ‘IPL doesn’t penetrate as deeply as laser’ or ‘IPL is ineffective in treating hair/blood/potatoes/whatever…’ These comments are usually never based on the science.

So, here’s the science…

Light is light!

Hope this helps,

Mike.

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Published by Mike Murphy

I started in medical lasers in 1986! I have been involved in clinical research, medical laser and IPL development, sales and marketing across Europe and South East Asia, business start-ups, theoretical research into laser-tissue interactions, training course development, writing articles for peer-reviewed journals and industry magazines. I am currently the Chairman of the Association of Laser Safety Professionals.

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