Intense pulsed light (IPL), also known as a Photofacial, is a non-ablative treatment that delivers high-intensity light into the deeper layers of the skin to improve vascular lesions, redness, broken capillaries, and sun spots, while also helping firm the skin and reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
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IPL Photofacial is a non ablative, noninvasive treatment for fading dark spots, age spots, sun spots, and red capillaries found in the skin.
IPL treatments in San Diego concentrate powerful, visible pulses of light onto a targeted area without damaging the surrounding skin. The light energy is absorbed by melanin and hemoglobin (red blood cells in the blood vessels). The intensity of light pulses damages the concentration of these structures within the skin, and as a result, are either absorbed and metabolized by the body or brought to the surface of the skin where they will shed along with regular skin function. While patients can see improved results after their first IPL Photofacial treatment, multiple IPL treatments in San Diego are recommended to obtain and maintain optimal results.
Disclaimer: IPL Photofacial results for each patient will vary. Please remember that the information provided will not guarantee your eligibility for IPL Photofacial treatment. Consultation and medical examination must be completed before approval.
The IPL Photofacial is best suited for helping diminish red/brown-toned pigmentation in lighter skin types. Our nurses will best determine the correct light wavelength and frequency to best address your pigmentation concerns. The IPL Photofacial treatment itself is relatively painless; you might experience slight discomfort during the IPL Photofacial treatment. Darker pigmentation will be brought forward to your surface of the skin a few days post-treatment, but will then “crust” off in the following days.
On average, our nurses recommend a series of at least 3 treatments every 4 weeks to address your skin’s concerns and maintain treatment results. Avoiding excess sun exposure is key for maintaining your treatment results; an SPF 40 or higher is recommended for daily use.
An IPL treatment is safest for skin types 1-3 on the Fitzpatrick Scale. At The Laser Café, if an IPL Photofacial treatment is not safe for you, we have many other treatments that are safe for all skin types. Our nurses will access if an IPL treatment is safe for you and if not discuss alternative treatments.
An IPL photofacial can safely treat and fade age spots over the span of multiple sessions.
While improved results may be observed after a single treatment, we recommend at least 3-4 IPL Photofacial treatments to ensure the best results.
IPL Photofacial results may be permanent as long as patients follow post-treatment instructions well and avoid further skin damaging activities, such as avoiding excessive sun exposure.
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