The signs of aging go beyond fine lines and wrinkles. Photo damage is the result of a lifetime of ultraviolet light exposure. The visible signs include pigmentary changes, course skin texture, spider veins, facial redness, enlarged pores, and of course, wrinkles. Intense Pulsed Light treatments are designed to combat the effects of aging with a gentle approach.
What is IPL Therapy ?
Intense Pulsed Light, commonly known as IPL, delivers high intensity computer controlled pulses of light that penetrate the skin and heat the sub-surface layers. The heating action damages or destroys problem conditions like excess pigment and unwanted spider veins, while stimulating healthy, new collagen. A series of IPL treatments can offer the benefits of a medium depth laser resurfacing or chemical peel without blisters, burns, or long recovery time.
Who Are the Best Candidates for Photorejuvenation?
These treatments are best for those who have:
- Red, flushed faces (This can be reduced by 80-90%)
- Sun-damaged skin
- Hyper-pigmentation
- Enlarged pores
What Are Treatments Like?
Generally, 4 to 6 treatments are recommended at 3-week intervals. Each treatment takes about 45 minutes. Many patients describe the sensation to be like the snap of a rubber band on the skin. There is no discomfort following the treatment. The depth and degree of heat is controlled, so there are few risks and you may resume normal activities right after an IPL treatment. Your skin may appear flushed, and tiny capillaries may appear more visible. Brown spots can also appear darker and you may experience some slight swelling, but all these fade over a period of hours to a few days.
What Results Can I Expect?
Beginning with your first treatment, you skin will have a more even tone, with a smoother look and feel. Sunspots will fade, pore size will shrink, and fine wrinkle lines are reduced. Skin redness, flushing and dilated capillaries gradually decrease. Intense Pulsed Light treatments offer a very high measure of patient satisfaction. A recent study showed that 96% of IPL patients would recommend the treatments to others. Begin your series today and restore natural beauty to your skin with no downtime! Contact us at www. today to schedule your complimentary consultation.