Photorejuvenation of the forearms by treating hyperpigmented lesions with intense pulsed light source: a case report.
A 55 year old Spanish patient, photo type III, wanted a cosmetic improvement of her forearms. She disliked the hyperpigmentation which made her look older.


METHODS
After having tried several chemical peelings (50% glycolic acid plus 10% kojic acid followed by 15% MM TCA), there was no improvement in the patients's condition and it was decided to initiate intense pulsed light (IPL) treatment.


RESULTS
Improvement was noted after the first session, with a slight pink coloration. At two months post treatment, we noted more than 90% clearance of the hyperpigmentation on the treated areas.


CONCLUSIONS
This case report confirms that photorejuvenation, by treating hyperpigmented lesions with intense pulsed light source on extra-facial zones can be very effective and safe.
Adatto
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Skinpulse Dermatology and Laser Center, Mohs Microsurgery, Liposurgery, Plebology, Geneva, Switzerland. madatto@skinpulse.ch
D005260:Female; D005542:Forearm; D006801:Humans; D008548:Melanosis / Q000628:therapy*; D008875:Middle Aged; D010789:Phototherapy / Q000379:methods*