Common Questions about Photo Rejuvenation with IPL
What is Photo Rejuvenation?
Photo Rejuvenation is a light based treatment and consists of the generation and transmission of extremely bright broad spectrum light through a handpiece with a smooth glass panel that is held to the surface of the skin.
How does Photo Rejuvenation work?
Photo Rejuvenation is applied via a series of gentle light pulses over the treatment area. As the light penetrates the skin it is absorbed by small surface blood vessels or pigmentation. The heat generated by the absorbed energy causes damage to the vessels or pigmented areas stimulating the body’s own natural healing process. Pigmented lesions will typically darken, and harden before they flake off or are absorbed by the body.
What do treatments involve?
A cool gel is usually applied to the area prior to treatment. Dark protective glasses will be provided to protect your eyes from the bright light. The smooth glass surface of the handpiece is held to treatment areas and pulses of light are applied. A slight sting may be felt – similar to the light snap of a small rubber band. Treatment is generally administered in a series of procedures that typically range from 20 to 45 minutes.
How many treatments will I need?
Typically, a series of four or six treatments may be recommended at three week intervals. There is no “down-time” with Photo Rejuvenation. You can return to work and assume all normal activities immediately after treatment. Follow-up treatments may be desired once a year to maintain results.
What will Photo Rejuvenation do?
After a series of treatments, you will see a significant reduction of unwanted pigmentation and your skin tone will even out. Expect to see a gradual decrease in redness, broken capillaries, flushing irregular pigmentation, pore size and fine lines. Results will continue as treatments progress.