IPL PhotoFacial is designed to treat browns and reds. Sun damage, age spots and freckles respond very well to IPL PhotoFacial treatments. It is always recommended to be seen by a dermatologist to have your sun damage, age spots and freckles assessed to be sure they are benign. IPL PhotoFacial can also treat rosacea and facial vessels. Regardless of whether you are treating browns or reds a series of treatments will be necessary to achieve the best results.

During the treatment you will feel warmth and with each pulse you will snap on the skin, similar to that of a rubber band. This procedure is well tolerated and does not require any numbing.

Depending on the area of the body being treated with IPL PhotoFacial, treatments can take 45 minutes or more.

While there are no studies showing adverse effects during pregnancy, we choose not to perform IPL during pregnancy.

It permanently removes the treated pigment, however if you have continued sun exposure new sun damage is likely to form. Once you complete a series of treatments it is recommended that you return 1-2 times per year to maintain results. If you are using IPL for Rosacea the same will apply to keep your symptoms at bay.

For best results we recommend a series of IPL/Photofacial treatments. Depending on whether you are addressing sun damage or redness will determine the number of treatments you may need. Sun damage typically requires 3 treatments and Rosacea typically requires 6 to 8 treatments.

IPL can be used to treat most areas of the body. Some of the most popular areas are face, neck, chest, hands, arms, shoulder, and legs. Depending on the area being treated, treatments should take approximately 45 minutes. Larger areas can take more than one hour to treat.

It is recommended that you return every 4 weeks for treatment. Once you have completed your series you may want to come in for 1-2 treatments a year to maintain results. You’ll be amazed at the difference this treatment makes to your skin.

IPL/Photofacial treatments are well tolerated by patients. We wouldn’t describe it as a relaxing treatment, but we also wouldn’t describe it as painful. While the sensation can vary from patient to patient, the vast majority describe the sensation like a rubber band snapping the skin accompanied by mild heat. The sensation is quick and does not linger once the handpiece delivers the pulse. With each pulse comes a flash of light, which even with the protective eye coverings can be seen. Your treating provider will check in with you to ensure you are comfortable throughout your treatment. As stated, this treatment is very tolerable, patients do not require numbing cream, everyone does really well, and the results are so worth it.