IPL FACE REJUVENATION
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What is IPL?
IPL treatment uses a beam of many different wavelengths of light to break down the accumulated spots of melanin, reddened areas and the blood which has leaked out of broken capillaries.
How is IPL different?
IPL treatment is gentler and more customisable than many other skin treatments. It is also more targeted towards removal of pigmentation, whereas other procedures are usually aimed at wrinkle reduction.
What are the benefits of IPL?
IPL treatment has a wide range of benefits. We can use it to treat:
- Freckles, sunspots and other hyper pigmented areas
- Acne (the light energy destroys bacteria colonising your skin)
- Sun damage and diffuse redness
- Broken capillaries
- Uneven colouring
Pre and Post treatment recommendations
Pre treatment
. Discontinue sun exposure 4 weeks prior to your treatment.
. Do not use fake tan 1-2 weeks prior to your treatment.
. Use an SPF 30 daily.
. If having IPL hair removal, do not wax, tweeze or pluck the hair for 4 weeks prior to your treatment.
. Shaving or depilatory creams are fine and you will need to shave the treatment site before your IPL session.
. If you have a history of herpes close to the area being treated, it is recommended that you take antiviral medication before the treatment. (This will be available from the chemist).
Post treatment
. A sunburn-like sensation is expected for about 2-5 hours after the treatment. If this is uncomfortable apply cold compresses or ice to the treated area.
. Your skin maybe temperature sensitive for the following 2 days, so do not use very hot water or your shower or bath.
. Please protect you skin from the sun!
. Do not exfoliate the skin for 1 week after the treatment.
. Your skin may be more sensitive to certain skin care products so please use the products provided to you.
. Do not pick blisters or skin crusting as this may lead to a scar!
. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the practice.
. Discontinue sun exposure 4 weeks prior to your treatment.
. Do not use fake tan 1-2 weeks prior to your treatment.
. Use an SPF 30 daily.
. If having IPL hair removal, do not wax, tweeze or pluck the hair for 4 weeks prior to your treatment.
. Shaving or depilatory creams are fine and you will need to shave the treatment site before your IPL session.
. If you have a history of herpes close to the area being treated, it is recommended that you take antiviral medication before the treatment. (This will be available from the chemist).
Post treatment
. A sunburn-like sensation is expected for about 2-5 hours after the treatment. If this is uncomfortable apply cold compresses or ice to the treated area.
. Your skin maybe temperature sensitive for the following 2 days, so do not use very hot water or your shower or bath.
. Please protect you skin from the sun!
. Do not exfoliate the skin for 1 week after the treatment.
. Your skin may be more sensitive to certain skin care products so please use the products provided to you.
. Do not pick blisters or skin crusting as this may lead to a scar!
. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the practice.
Is your skin suitable for IPL
Is your skin suitable for IPL treatment?
In order to select the correct skin type for IPL treatment, the table below is used to classify skin according to its melanin (pigment) content and the skins reaction to the sun. The lighter the skin type, the more suitable it is for IPL treatment.
In order to select the correct skin type for IPL treatment, the table below is used to classify skin according to its melanin (pigment) content and the skins reaction to the sun. The lighter the skin type, the more suitable it is for IPL treatment.
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