IPL Phototherapy

IPL, or intense pulse light, photorejuvenation treatment utilizes technology in similarity to a laser. Instead of a single wavelength of light as with a laser, IPL uses a bright light in front of which filters are placed to filter out most wavelengths except those taken up by pigments and blood vessels, depending on the filter used.

The light energy penetrates just below the skin’s surface, targeting either the melanin (skin pigment) or blood vessels. The body’s natural skin repair mechanisms then remove the damaged tissue and produce a smoother skin appearance. It will usually take 3-6 treatments to see a significant result and can be spaced out every 3-4 weeks. IPL is good for pigmentation such as age spots and small blood vessels.