Rejuvenate your skin with Intense Pulse Light (IPL) Treatments, Photorejuvenation/Foto Facial

IPL, also called FotoFacial® and Photorejuvenation, is a breakthrough technology that has become one of the most popular cosmetic treatments. Both the pleasures and stresses of life, along with the simple passage of time, tend to cause our skin to appear older. Intense Pulsed Light is a non-ablative, non-wounding, laser treatment that can be customized to your individual needs and will provide superior cosmetic results and high levels of satisfaction.  After only the first treatment, skin feels smoother and appears more even toned. The amazing thing is that IPL can be used on nearly any part of your body including your neck, hands and feet.

IPL treatments utilize intense visible pulsed light to effectively treat skin conditions. The experienced physician operating a pulsed light device can customize settings to select the wavelengths, number of pulses, duration of pulses, delay between pulses, and power delivered to best match the relative depth, size, and absorption characteristics of the imperfection. This flexibility and variability allows the knowledgeable physician to maximize results and minimize side effects -- a much broader range of possible settings than available in any single or even in many combinations of laser treatments .

The process begins with a consultation and a treatment plan. A treatment schedule is designed for specific skin types and areas that will respond best to IPL technology. The informed consent process involves a discussion of the procedure, enumeration of risks, discussion of anticipated results, and presentation of alternative options. During this consultation, you have an opportunity to ask questions. Your understanding of benefits and risks is necessary for informed consent to take place.

An IPL treatment package consists of a series of five to eight treatments. A series of at least 5 treatments is needed to obtain the best results. Some patients may benefit from more treatments depending on the severity of the condition treated. Treatments are given 3-4 weeks apart. 

What is an IPL treatment like?
Patients tolerate the non-invasive procedure very well. Those with more sensitive skin may use a topical anesthetic, applied 30 minutes before the procedure.  Before treatment, a cold gel is applied to the area treated, and you may be given dark glasses to protect your eyes from the bright light. During the treatment, you will hear a beep each time the machine is used.  Afterwards, for a few minutes or hours, the skin may be flushed and appear irritated. These initial effects usually fade within hours, but can occasionally last for a few days.

Before Treatment:

The area should be cleansed and all makeup or creams remove

Depending on the skin and the skin condition, a topical anesthetic may be applied 20-30 minutes before treatment

Each treatment takes approximately 30 minutes

It is very important to avoid tanning before and after treatments

Complete the consultation and sign the treatment consent form

After Treatment:

Cold packs may be used for ten minutes after treatment for delicate skin

Immediately following a treatment, the skin may appear pink and flushed

Gentle cleansing and sun protection are important while the skin is sensitive

No bruising, swelling, discomfort or downtime

Shows gradual improvement with very low risk

Indications for treatment:

Young patients with milder degrees of skin
damage or early aging changes

Rejuvenation of skin of the face, neck, chest, arms or hands

Pigment changes/sun damage or aging skin

Ruddy skin appearances ("dyschromia") -
rosacea, red chests and necks

Enlarged pores

Fine lines and wrinkles

Telangiectasia (veins)

Unwanted freckles

Hyperpigmentation or brown spots

Sun-damaged skin

Acne scarring

Moderate to severe cystic acne

Pre-cancerous skin lesions

Abnormal pigmentation (melasma and hyperpigmentation)

Birth marks

IPL Consent Form

IPL FAQ