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IPL Technology & How it works

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) uses controlled pulses of light to target and correct common skin concerns. The light is drawn to pigment and redness, gently heating those areas and breaking them down without damaging the surrounding skin.

IPL Treatments

Dark Spots & Sun Damage

IPL uses targeted pulses of light to break down unwanted pigment such as sun spots, freckles, and age spots. The light is absorbed by the brown pigment, causing it to darken and flake away naturally over the next 1–2 weeks. This restores a clearer, brighter, more even skin tone with minimal downtime.

Redness, Rosacea, & Vascular Concerns

The vascular IPL setting targets redness, broken capillaries, rosacea, and flushing. The light is absorbed by the hemoglobin in visible blood vessels, gently collapsing them so the redness fades over time. This treatment helps calm the skin, reduce background redness, and improve overall clarity.

Reduce Stubborn Acne

The acne-specific IPL setting uses light to target P. acnes bacteria and calm active breakouts. The wavelengths penetrate into the pores to reduce inflammation, kill acne-causing bacteria, and minimize oil activity. This helps current breakouts heal faster while reducing the frequency and severity of future flare-ups.

FAQ

Who can do IPL

Only Fitzpatrick types 1-3 can do IPL

Prep

1–2 Weeks Before

  • Avoid direct sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanners.
  • Stop retinol, tretinoin, exfoliating acids (AHA/BHA), and benzoyl peroxide in the treatment area.
  • Avoid waxing, threading, or aggressive exfoliating treatments.
  • Keep skin well-hydrated with a gentle moisturizer.
  • Discontinue photosensitizing medications if approved by your doctor.
  • Let your provider know if you have a history of cold sores.

48–72 Hours Before

  • Avoid open skin or sunburns in the treatment area.
  • Avoid heat: saunas, hot tubs, hot yoga.
  • Pause any new skincare products.

Day Of Treatment

  • Arrive with clean skin: no makeup, lotion, SPF, perfume, or deodorant on treated areas.
  • Avoid caffeine and alcohol if possible.

Aftercare

Immediately After

  • Expect mild redness, warmth, or swelling—similar to a light sunburn.
  • Use cool compresses to soothe the skin.
  • Apply the provided soothing products or a gentle moisturizer.

First 24–48 Hours

  • Avoid heat: hot showers, workouts, saunas, sweating, and steam.
  • No makeup for 24 hours (face treatments).
  • Do not pick or scrub treated areas.

Pigment Setting Notes

  • Dark spots will temporarily darken (“coffee ground” appearance).
  • Do NOT pick, scratch, or scrub—let them shed naturally.

Vascular Setting Notes

  • Redness may look more pronounced for 24–48 hours.
  • Some vessels may look slightly darker before fading.

Acne Setting Notes

  • Mild purging is normal as bacteria clears.
  • Avoid harsh acne products for 3–5 days.

General Aftercare (First Week)

  • Use gentle cleanser and moisturizer only.
  • Avoid retinol, acids, scrubs, benzoyl peroxide, and exfoliating tools for 5–7 days.
  • Stay out of the sun, and wear SPF 30+ daily (mandatory).

Long-Term Care

  • Resume active skincare once skin is fully calm (usually 5–7 days).
  • Expect best results from a series of treatments, spaced 2–4 weeks apart.
  • Continue daily SPF to maintain results.

What to expect

Your skin may be temperature sensitive for several days after treatment.
The sessions are designed to provide no downtime however, occasionally you may find that your cheeks and under eye areas are slightly puffy after treatment.

Redness around the treated area for a few hours to days.
Freckles and age spots may darken for three to seven days before starting to fade.
Skin flaking for up to 10 days.
This is rare, but Minor bruising that may last two weeks or less.

Follow up

Multiple treatments may be needed.

Treatments can be scheduled 4-6 weeks apart

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