IPL Photofacial Before and After – What to Expect

As a person ages, their skin tone and texture changes, too. It loses its natural radiance and tends to sag. Don’t you wish there was a way to turn back the hands of time and make your skin look fresher, younger? It might be time to consider photofacial treatment for your skin! This revolutionary treatment is a non-invasive way to rejuvenate your skin. So, how does it restore the youthful appearance of your skin and what can you expect? This guide covers everything you need to know and expect with this procedure.

What is an IPL Photofacial Treatment?

IPL stands for Intense Pulsed Light technology that is a patented treatment tested to be safe and effective. It is popular worldwide for its wonderful benefits to the skin, specifically for certain skin issues. Photofacial uses the IPL technology to rejuvenate the skin without the invasive treatments to ensure a faster recovery time and instantly visible results. 

The intense, pulsed light targets specific areas of concern. When the light enters your skin, it penetrates deep into the layers of the skin and boosts collagen production. The light emitted during the treatment breaks down the dark pigment of the skin cells to produce an even skin coloration. It also helps to produce skin-firming proteins, such as collagen, to counter the effects of age-related loss of collagen and other skin proteins. As a result, photofacial aids in shedding dull and damaged skin on the outer layer to produce new, more supple skin. 

The session lasts anywhere from 30 to 90 minutes, depending on the specific area that is being treated. It is an outpatient procedure, which means that the client can go home right after the procedure without any major side effects. There is little to no discomfort or downtime involved with an IPL Photofacial treatment. However, most clients experience optimal results within 3-5 sessions. 

IPL Photofacials are not exclusive to the face as they can be used to treat skin problems on the neck, arms, hands, legs, or back. 

Before & After Photofacial – What to Expect

An IPL Photofacial treatment works best for various skin conditions, such as sun damage, uneven skin tone, rosacea, sun spots, and other skin concerns. It is also ideal to improve the overall health and appearance of your skin. 

You can enjoy the following photofacial benefits after a few sessions.

Combat Skin Discoloration

If you have pigmented skin, IPL photofacial is the best treatment. Your skin pigments, like freckles and age spots, absorb light energy and convert it into heat. As a result, the pigments are broken down into tiny particles. 

The body will begin its natural healing process, resulting in the exfoliation and shedding of the pigments. The heat from the IPL device also stimulates the production of new cells and collagen is regenerated. It results in a smoother, fairer complexion.

Treat Sun-Damaged Skin

Sun is the worst enemy for aging skin. Exposure to the sun’s UV rays contributes to collagen loss that weakens the skin, making it prone to sagging and wrinkles. Sun damage also results in the formation of dark age spots. 

A procedure like IPL photofacial reverses the effects of sun damage to the skin. It penetrates into the discolored cells and dissolves them with the help of intense pulsed light. This deep exfoliation aids in the formation of new collagen, which is the foundation for stronger and younger-looking skin. 

Reduce Acne and Scarring

Are you struggling from stubborn acne? It’s not just acne that is the problem here but its side effects, like scarring. 

Exposing your skin to the intense pulsed light of a photofacial treatment breaks down the damaged cells. Repeated sessions encourage the skin to shed the damaged cells until it completely eliminates the scar tissues. Over time, a new and rejuvenated outer layer of the skin reveals itself. 

When you are taking medications for acne, it is worth noting that you might be required to stop your medications up to six months prior to your IPL treatment. Also, this procedure is only recommended for patients who do not see any improvement in their acne scarring with the use of medications.

Prevent Premature Skin Aging

Even if you don’t have any specific skin concerns or problems, it is still a good idea to have an IPL photofacial treatment to maintain younger-looking skin. Environmental factors, stress, and sun’s UV rays combine to cause premature skin aging. Therefore, undergoing an IPL photofacial treatment modifies the structure of the skin cells so they behave like younger skin cells. 

Regular IPL sessions transform aged skin cells to mimic the characteristics of young, healthy skin cells through its age-fighting properties. In addition to having regular IPL photofacial sessions, you should also practice good skincare habits like applying sunscreen and avoiding unhealthy habits, such as smoking and alcohol consumption. 

Effective Against Rosacea and Redness

If your skin is prone to redness or you’ve been diagnosed with rosacea, undergoing IPL photofacial treatment is a good way to combat this skin condition. The light from the photofacial treatment reduces broken capillaries while promoting collagen production. The more collagen your skin has, the less likely it will show the dilated blood vessels. It promotes the overall health of your skin to make you less prone to suffering the symptoms of rosacea. 

However, it’s important to have regular photofacial sessions to maintain the results and keep the symptoms at bay. 

Reduce Fine Lines and Wrinkles

IPL Photofacial is not specifically designed to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. However, it is a consequential effect of the pulsed light that boosts collagen production. The more collagen the skin has, the younger it looks because the skin texture is firmer. Reduced fine lines and wrinkles are a consequential result, which is also why this treatment is recommended for aging skin. 

Other Things to Know

Would you like to experience skin rejuvenation without downtime or pain? Before you book an appointment for an IPL photofacial treatment, it is crucial to know that you may experience some swelling or redness immediately after the procedure. However, it will go away within a few hours and causes only some discomfort.  For more sensitive areas that are being treated, most clinics will apply a numbing cream to ease any discomfort.

You should consult your dermatologist or aesthetician before undergoing this treatment to ensure you are a good candidate for the procedure. If you are not a good candidate, you might be referred to other procedures that are better suited to your needs. 

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