Poikiloderma of Civatte

Poikiloderma of Civatte is a common, benign skin condition that mainly affects the skin on the sides of the neck. It mainly affects women.
It characteristically spares the shaded area under the chin. The skin in the affected skin is red-brown with prominent hair follicles.

Contributing factors are:

Fair skin
Accumulated sun exposure
Photosensitising components of cosmetics and toiletries, especially perfumes
Hormonal factors

Pulsed dye laser (PDL) and intense pulsed light (IPL) treatments by Syneron-Candela seem the best way to reduce the Poikiloderma of Civatte

Poikiloderma of Civatte can be found in the following platforms:

elos Plus

The Complete, Multi-Application Aesthetic Work Station

Upgradeable with 15 different applicators
Enhanced Energy Mode
Visible results in a single treatment
IPL & Diode hair removal

Acne & Acne Scarsangiomas/hemangiomasFacial Veins / TelangiectasiaLaser Hair RemovalLeg VeinsMelasmaNevus of OtaPigmented spotsPoikiloderma of CivattePort Wine StainsRosaceaScarsSkin rejuvenationSkin ResurfacingSkin tighteningSkin whiteningStrech marksWrinkles

Vbeam Perfecta

Pulsed dye laser

Patented DCD™ Cooling
Variable Pulse Technology Advantage
Better Results in Fewer Treatments
Ergonomic Handpiece
Intuitive Touch Screen

Acne & Acne Scarsangiomas/hemangiomasBenign Gynecological Vascular LesionsBruises/ ecchymosisFacial Veins / TelangiectasiaMelasmamolesNevus of OtaNevusespapillomasPigmented spotsPoikiloderma of CivattePort Wine StainsPsoriasisRosaceaScarsSkin rejuvenationSkin tighteningSkin whiteningStrech markswartsWrinkles

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