IPL Skin Treatments using Photo Rejuvenation help restore a more youthful appearance without patient downtime. IPL (Intensed Pulsed Light) is non-ablative meaning that it does not damage the surface of the skin. IPL gradually and naturally restores a smooth even surface to the face, hands and chest. The IPL hand piece delivers high intensity pulses of broadband light, which targets red and brown discoloration. The thermal effect of IPL also causes production of new collagen, sometimes leading to the improvement of wrinkles. Given that there is little damage to the skin surface, several treatments may be required to see the desired effect. For best results, approximately 4-5 treatments, spaced 3 weeks apart, are needed.

As discussed above, IPL does not damage the skin surface, unlike dermabrasion and laser resurfacing. Therefore, there is virtually no recovery time. Treatments take approximately 30-45 minutes. Patients can apply makeup before leaving the office and return to work the same day. There is also minimal pain with IPL. In addition, with IPL, a larger area can be treated at one time than with laser treatment.

Side effects can include transient redness and temporary dark pigment resembling coffee grinds in the treated area. Minimizing sun exposure can reduce these side effects.

• sun damage
• flushing
• skin texture
• redness
• broken capillaries
• brown spots
• age spots
• may treat dark circles around the eyes
• sun-induced freckles on the hands, chest, and face
• can help with the reduction of fine wrinkles and large pores