IPL vs. C02

Since the Ultrapulse C02 laser arrived at Escobedo Skin Center, we’ve been getting questions about IPL treatment (Intense Pulsed Light, commonly called a photofacial) and fractional laser treatments like Ultrapulse and Fraxel.

Many people think that a few cheaper IPL treatments will get rid of wrinkles or deeper skin damage, but that just isn’t true.

IPL Treatment



For sun damage, rosacea, uneven pigment or brown spots, IPL is perfect. But IPL does not treat deeper levels of skin to remove the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

Fractional C02 Treatment



Fractional lasers like Ultrapulse and Fraxel treat acne scars as well as signs of aging such as brown spots and wrinkles. They stimulate collagen in the second layer of skin, restoring elasticity and erasing wrinkles and scarring.