IPL Photofacial

Service Description

Sun-damage has a number of manifestations on the skin, including brown and red spots. These can accumulate over years of sun exposure and tanning, and lead to patches of discoloration on the face and body. IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) treatments, also known as Photofacials when performed on the face, are a great option for removing or lightening sun spots on the skin in order to obtain a more even complexion. The procedure uses a broad spectrum of light energies to target pigmented and vascular lesions in the skin. This treatment can improve all of the usual signs of aging. Here are some of the issues it can treat: 1. Fine lines and wrinkles 2. Sun spots & Freckles 3. Other forms of hyperpigmentation 4. Facial redness / Rosacea 5. Loss of brightness 6. Large pores 7. A dull complexion 8. Solar lentigines 9. Broken Blood Vessels / Leg Veins Q. How long do the IPL results last? Photofacial results perpetually improve over time, with best results being seen three months after the last treatment. Sun protection and skin care maintenance are essential to the longevity of the results. Q. What happens after an IPL treatment? After the treatment, our master esthetician will remove any remaining ultrasound gel and you will likely be slightly red and puffy, but there is no significant down time. You are free to reapply make-up right away and return to your normal skin care routine. As with many cosmetic skin procedures, your skin will be sensitive afterwards and clients should be liberal with their sun protection and sunscreen. You will begin to notice that spots in the treated area will darken and rise to the surface, almost resembling coffee grounds. Over the next few days, this will be pulled to the skin’s surface and crumble away. Q. How effective is an IPL Photofacial? IPL Photofacials can be used on the face, neck, chest, shoulders, back, arms, legs and just about anywhere else. Our Photofacials are also an effective treatment for broken veins and spider veins. According to Stanford Medical University, the long-term effects of Photofacial actually reverse the signs of aging! Schedule your IPL Photorejuvenation skin consultation today to see what treatment plan works best for your skin! We recommend 3-4 treatments, once a month. Pricing varies between $275-$500 a treatment. We also offer spot treatments (1-5 brown or red spots) for only $69.