Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) treatment for skin rejuvenation, sometimes known as a photofacial, skin resurfacing or photo-rejuvenation, is a non-invasive process which helps to improve your skin’s appearance and texture. By volumising skin and stimulating collagen, IPL rejuvenation promotes the skin’s natural healing process and helps healthy tissue develop in place of visible scarring. Suitable for use on the face, neck, chest, IPL treatment is a proven route to smoother, better-looking skin.

IPL treatment can help reduce the visible effects of red, flushed skin, rosacea, broken capillaries, pigmented lesions, large pores, sun damage discolouration, mild acne and uneven skin tone.

How often do I need IPL?

Some clients see a result after just a single treatment, but we advise our clients that it usually takes two to five sessions before they begin to see a noticeable difference in their skin’s tone and texture.
Your skin is always subject to change as a result of sun exposure and the natural ageing process. After completing a full course of treatments, and once you are happy with how your skin looks, we recommend occasional “top up” sessions to keep the skin looking fresh. This may be necessary once or twice a year but will depend on your skin and how it responds to the treatment.

What should I do before or after a treatment?

No sun exposure or sunbathing for a minimum of four weeks before IPL treatment. During this time, daily application of SPF30 sun cream is advisable.

No false tanning products on the area for a minimum of two weeks before IPL treatment.

Please advise your therapist if you are taking any medication or if there are any changes in your medical circumstances prior to commencing IPL treatment.

After treatment, avoid sun exposure and sunbathing for a minimum of two weeks. Apply SPF50 sun cream to the treated area daily. Avoid additional heat to the treated area, such as steam rooms, saunas, or exercising for 24 hours.

Avoid applying any perfumed creams, soaps or lotions to the treated areas for 24 hours after IPL treatment.

Are there any side effects?

Side effects from IPL skin rejuvenation are minimal. Some clients may experience varying degrees of localised swelling which can last for one to four days after treatment. Jo will discuss any possible side effects with you during your consultation. Some patients may have mild redness for up to 12 hours, but this usually subsides in less time. If treating pigmentation, you will notice the pigment initially getting darker for five to 10 days. And thread veins get darker before dispersing.