Photo Facial Rejuvenation

Service Description

Photorejuvenation refers to the use of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) to treat conditions related to sun-induced skin damage. IPL uses a broad spectrum of light which is primarily absorbed by melanin and oxyhemoglobin and is effective in reducing the appearance of sunspots, liver spots, rosacea, acne, capillaries, elastosis, fine lines, and wrinkles. What can we treat with IPL? Sun damage Hyperpigmentation (brown spots) Age spots Freckles Broken capillaries or blood vessels Rosacea Acne Birthmarks Uneven skin texture Large pores Fine lines and wrinkles How many IPL treatments and how often? For patients to get the best IPL results, it is generally recommended that patients receive, on average, 4 – 6 treatments scheduled four weeks apart. Why do most patients need more than one IPL session? Every IPL treatment builds upon the previous one, allowing the skin to react gradually. At each session, the IPL is adjusted to reach different depths of the skin and deliver the right treatment to the targeted area. Why are IPL treatments done four weeks apart? “Cell turnover” is a term used to describe the body replacing dead skin cells with new ones. On average, the body turns over new skin cells about every 30 – 40 days. Scheduling IPL sessions every four weeks allows the body to recover and return to normal before the next treatment. What happens during my IPL treatment? IPL sessions generally take about 30 – 45 minutes, depending on the size and number of target areas. All IPL treatments are performed in a private treatment room at New Path Beauty. Patients may feel some slight discomfort during the IPL session, but this is only during the short duration of the treatment. There is no downtime needed afterward, so patients can resume their normal routine when their treatment has been completed. Slight swelling or redness will occur but only be visible for a few hours. A cold compress and over-the-counter pain medication can help minimize any discomfort. Treatment must start within 90 days of purchase.