Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Skin Rejuvenation

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Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Skin Rejuvenation

What is Intense Pulsed Light?

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is a non-invasive and non-ablative treatment that uses high intensity pulses of visible light to improve the appearance of the following skin problems:
  • Freckles and age marks
  • Vascular lesions including spider angiomas, port wine stains, broken facial veins, rosy cheeks, rosacea and red thread veins of the legs
  • Facial lines and wrinkles
  • Blotchy skin color
  • Pore size

IPL may also be helpful for mild to moderate acne.

How does it work?

IPL systems work on the same principles as lasers in that light energy is absorbed into particular target cells with color (chromophores) in the skin. The light energy is converted to heat energy, which causes damage to the specific target area. IPL systems are different to lasers in that they deliver many wavelengths (or colors) in each pulse of light instead of just one wavelength. Most IPL systems use filters to refine the energy output for the treatment of certain areas. This enhances penetration without using excessive energy levels and enables targeting of specific chromophores (these are skin components that absorb light).

IPL therapy is considered a non-ablative resurfacing technique, which means that it targets the lower layers of skin (dermis) without affecting the top layers of skin (epidermis). The results are not as dramatic as ablative resurfacing where both the dermis and epidermis are injured to produce a much more noticeable overall outcome. The advantage of IPL therapy is its minimal downtime – a patient can often have the procedure done in their lunch break and return to work immediately afterwards.

What does the procedure involve?

  • Avoid sun exposure in the days and weeks before and after treatment
  • IPL devices often have integrated cooling systems
  • Treatment sessions usually last about 20 minutes depending on the area. A course of 4-6 sessions every 3-6 weeks may be needed to achieve desired results
  • Most patients can return to work immediately after treatment

Throughout the treatment session the patient must wear protective eyewear. IPL treatments are relatively painless compared to other facial rejuvenation techniques. The sensation has been likened to a light pinch or the snap of a rubber band, but some people find it distressing.

Is there any side effects?

Side effects are minor and include:
  • Skin turning pink and a little sore immediately after the procedure
  • Sensation of a mild sunburn or redness that may last a few days after treatment

Do’s and Don’t’s

  • Keep treated areas clean and cool
  • Do not pick. Picking delays healing and causes scarring
  • Moisturize – use light preparations after a superficial peel, thicker moisturizers after a deeper peel
  • Protect from the sun
  • If advised to do so, continue to use tretinoin, and or hydroquinone at night

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