IPL™ Photofacial

As the population ages, ever-increasing numbers of people are interested in improving their appearance. IPL technology can be used to help restore the skin’s youthful appearance. Intense Pulse Light Therapy–or photofacial therapy–helps remove visible veins, smoke or sun damaged skin, acne, enlarged pores, liver spots, Rosacea, photo-aged skin, age spots (sun-induced freckles), most benign brown pigments, and redness caused by broken capillaries.  Like laser therapy, it removes the dead outer skin and allows newly formed skin to grow problem-free. The process is ideal for patients with active lifestyles because the procedure requires no downtime and has a low risk of side effects.

Ideal Candidate

IPL – Photofacial is safe and effective for all skin types except for dark complexions.

Preparation

Prior to having a IPL-Photofacial, patients need to change their skin care routine to ensure maximum results.

-No laser hair removal for one month prior to treatment
-No Accutane or sun exposure two weeks prior to treatment
-No retinols or glycolic one week prior to treatment
-Avoid antibiotics that cause sun sensitivity on week prior to treatment

Treatment

IPL – Photofacials are performed by a Certified Technician.  The targeted area is cleaned and the patient is provided special eye wear for protection.

Recovery

After the procedure sunscreen is applied to protect the skin.  Patients are advised to avoid sun exposure.  In some cases patients may experience short-term reddening of the treated area.

Downtime

There is no downtime with IPL-Photofacial.  Following the procedure, patients can immediately return to their normal activity while following the prescribed skin care regime.

Results

IPL-Photofacial requires a protocol of three to five treatments, each four to six weeks apart.   Patients see tone and texture improvements as the treatment increases levels of collagen and produces new healthy skin cells.  Mild to moderate wrinkles and superficial skin discolorations are also reduced.

Following the initial series of treatments, periodic touch-up treatments are recommended for maintenance.

FDA Status

IPL-Photofacial is FDA approved.