IPL Photorejuvenation for Sun Damage and More
Time in the sun and the natural aging process leave their mark. Photorejuvenation uses intense pulsed light to reduce the appearance of blemishes and skin imperfections, without surgery.
What Can IPL Treat?
IPL combines different light wavelengths to target a variety of concerns, usually on the face and neck, and also on the chest, hands, and arms:
- Age spots, brown spots, and sun spots.
- Acne scars and pigmentation.
- Redness, broken capillaries, and some facial veins.
- Large pores and uneven or dull skin tone.
How IPL Works
IPL delivers multiple wavelengths of light into the skin, where pigment and blood vessels below the surface absorb it. The light heats those targets and breaks down unwanted pigment or damaged vessels without harming surrounding tissue.
The process also stimulates collagen production, so texture, tone, and overall skin health improve naturally over time. It addresses several imperfections in one session, which single-focus treatments cannot.
What to Expect From a Treatment
Treatment is relatively painless; you may feel a slight sting, and an anesthetic cream is available for extra comfort. Sessions are short, outpatient, and have no set downtime. Some redness afterward is common, and some pigmentation spots may darken before flaking off naturally.
Most patients get their best results from a series of three to six treatments spaced about three to four weeks apart, with maintenance once or twice a year plus daily sun protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is a good candidate for IPL?
IPL is safe for most skin types. People who are pregnant, have very dark skin tones, take photosensitizing medications, or are prone to keloid scarring may not be ideal candidates. Your consultation settles it before anything is scheduled.
How should I prepare?
Avoid sun and tanning for two weeks before your session, pause retinoids and strong exfoliants a few days out, and arrive with clean, makeup-free skin.
Come in for a free consultation. We will look at your skin, walk you through the treatment, and tell you honestly whether it is the right fit. No pressure.