This month we focus on 3 little letters: I-P-L. An IPL treatment uses the power of broadband light to improve the appearance of sun spots, rosacea, age spots, and skin texture. The treatment can also be used for hair removal, photo rejuvenation , as well as to alleviate dermatologic diseases like acne. It is a popular treatment because its effective, affordable, and non-invasive.
Photofacial Aftercare | What To Do and What Not To Do Post Treatment - Derma Health Institute
Looking for a safe treatment for reducing various unwanted skin conditions? One session of IPL takes between 30 and 90 minutes. Although this popular procedure is completed in a short amount of time, you can optimize your results when you know what to expect after IPL. Continue reading to learn more about what to expect after IPL photofacials and different ways to care for your skin. Ready to book your first photofacial appointment? Contact Dr. Vanderloos , today!
What It's Like to Get an IPL Treatment for Skin Pigmentation
As a beauty editor, it's practically a job requirement to avoid the sun and preach the gospel of SPF to everyone you meet. But for me, it wasn't always that way. Pre-beauty editor days, I spent some time in sun-drenched Australia—where, as my dermatologist put it, "every year of sun exposure is equivalent to 20 years here" in frigid Canada. Okay, that's probably not an exact scientific measurement, but the man had a point. Even though I have noregrets about my time there c'mon, like I'm gonna avoid the beach!
Sign In or Register. However, there are a few Photofacial aftercare recommendations that can ensure optimal results. Immediately following your treatment, the treated ares will be pinkish red with slight swelling. The reddish coloring will typically dissipate within 24 hours.