Background: The aging process involves laxity, hyperpigmentation, and telangiectasias. It is important to target those elements of aging to be successful at achieving rejuvenation.
Objective: To determine the efficacy, safety, and patient satisfaction of a combination intense pulsed light (IPL) and 1440-nm diode laser versus either treatment alone.
Methods: Forty subjects were enrolled in this randomized split-face trial: 20 were randomized to Group A (received IPL on one side of the face and IPL followed by the 1440-nm diode laser on the other side) and 20 were randomized to Group B (received 1440-nm diode laser on one side of the face and IPL followed by the 1440-nm diode laser on the other side).
Results: Investigators reported a percent improvement of 40% to 50% in all 3 groups at day 120; blinded investigator Global Aesthetic Improvement Scores were better in the combination group-90% compared with 84% and 83% in the IPL and 1440-nm diode laser groups, respectively. Wrinkling scores was significantly improved in the 1440-nm diode and combination groups. Hyperpigmentation and telangiectasias were significantly improved in all 3 groups. Adverse events were self-limited.
Conclusion: Combination treatment with IPL and 1440-nm diode laser was found to be safe and effective and resulted in higher subject satisfaction.
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