Photofacial

Service Description

What Is Photofacial? A photofacial procedure in which intense pulses of light are used to penetrate deep into the skin. IPL photorejuvenation then causes collagen and blood vessels below the epidermis to constrict, reducing redness and age lines. The procedure involves only minimal discomfort, while the redness and swelling that sometimes occur after treatment disappear shortly. Most benefits of a photofacial occur gradually in the weeks following treatment. IPL light also encourages the production of collagen, a natural protein that fills in wrinkles, making the skin smooth and supple, reducing fine lines and improving skin tone and skin texture, eliminating discolorations, reducing pore size, and minimizing wrinkles and fine lines. Who Is Not a Good Candidate for Intense Pulsed Light Treatment? People with tanned or naturally dark skin sometimes experience changes in skin pigmentation after IPL photofacial treatment. Additionally, people who are taking the medication Accutane® should not have an IPL photofacial until at least six months after they stop using the drug. Pregnant women should also postpone treatment until after they give birth. Recovery Time​ The recovery time from an IPL skin procedure is often very short, as there is very little damage done to the skin during treatment. Depending on the skin malady you are seeking to remedy as well as your skin type, the redness that is present following the procedure may persist for a longer or shorter period of time. The side effects of IPL photofacial treatment dissipate within a few hours for many patients. For some patients, however, the redness or dark spots may take a week to fade. Patients treated for severe acne sometimes experience longer recovery times, though they are often amazed by the results when the side effects wear off. The most important things to remember following IPL photofacial treatment are to avoid the sun for several days and to wear plenty of sunblock.