We are asked frequently about facial treatments with limited down time. For treating sun damage, spider veins, rosacea or sun spots on the face, many patients prefer photo rejuvenation or “photo facial” treatments with Intense Pulsed Light.
Following an Intense Pulsed Light (or IPL) treatment, some patients might feel a sun-burn like redness for about a day. Many patients choose to return to work following the treatment.
IPL is basically intense bursts of filtered light. This light is calibrated to be absorbed by cells and substances of certain colors, such as sun spots or rosacea. These darker cells are heated and destroyed leaving the surrounding cells unharmed. As skin sheds, the dead, darker cells are shed for good. This is why IPL photo facials are such a comfortable, easy treatment.
Typically, a series of treatments is required to fully eliminate an unwanted area. If you have a sun spot or discoloration on your face and want a quick and easy way to eliminate the problem, why not contact us today to learn more about IPL Photo Facials?
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