Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Photofacial

Photofacial treatments are used to correct undesirable skin conditions, such as, sun damage, broken blood vessels, brown spots and other unwanted facial blemishes. This treatment is ideal and unique due to “no downtime” and minimal office visits required.

The Consult

The nurse will discuss with you how to prepare for your treatment and will develop a custom, personal treatment. Other possible treatments will be reviewed at that time.

Who is a Candidate

Candidates are men and women, 18 years and older, with minimal sun exposure, and no current use of photosensitizing drugs or open wounds to the treatment area.

What Can I Expect?

Optimal results are achieved after 3-7 treatments, over 4 week intervals. You can expect your treatment to last 30-45 minutes. An optional topical anesthetic will be discussed during your consultation. After your treatment you may have mild to moderate redness with darkening of brown spots and minimization of broken blood vessels. Visible results are seen in 3-4 days with minimal dryness. The nurse will give you samples of physician-grade skin products to achieve and maintain results concluding your initial treatment. Sunscreen is applied to the skin and a list of how to use your products and care for your skin is also provided.