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5 Reasons to Consider an IPL Photofacial
Having choices is amazing, but too many options can be overwhelming. That’s especially true with medical aesthetics, where new treatments seem to pop up all the time.
At Park City Dermatology, Karen Stolman, MD, Steven Kern, MD, and Jessica Collins, DO, lead a team of dermatology professionals happy to help you find the right fit for your needs and goals.
If you reside in or near Park City or Heber City, Utah, we can help you explore your options, including intense pulsed light (IPL) photofacials.
Here are five reasons an IPL photofacial might be a great fit for you.
The power of light but with a gentle touch
You might already know that laser skin therapy can achieve impressive improvements in the look and texture of skin. But laser treatments can take a more aggressive approach than you’re looking for.
If you’re new to light-based therapies or had a negative experience with lasers in the past, IPL could be the solution.
While lasers use a concentrated beam of light in a single wavelength to alter or stimulate your skin, IPL uses multiple wavelengths of light, delivered in a pulsing pattern that provides short breaks between pulses.
IPL is a less intense treatment option than laser skin therapy.
Eliminate redness or dark spots with ease
An area where IPL photofacials excel is in reducing the appearance of hyperpigmentation or redness. The pulsed light that enters the outermost layers of skin is drawn to concentrated pigment. The light creates heat in those areas, helping to clear away excess pigment.
IPL is a wonderful treatment option for:
- Redness from rosacea
- Age spots
- Sun damage
- Birthmarks
- Streaks from stretch marks
- Freckles
- Melasma
IPL can even clear up spider veins on the face and neck.
IPL doesn’t require downtime or lengthy healing
A big reason IPL photofacials are so popular is that there’s no significant downtime or recovery process. Many people return to their daily routine immediately after an IPL photofacial.
You might notice some minor swelling, redness, or discomfort in the hours after your session, but you shouldn’t experience significant side effects. There’s none of the peeling that comes with chemical peels, and you won’t notice stinging or burning sensations that last for days.
Post-treatment care is simple and straightforward
After an IPL photofacial, the primary instruction is to protect your skin from sun exposure. Wear a hat or high-quality sunscreen, and avoid direct and prolonged sun exposure while your skin heals.
You can resume wearing makeup right away and don’t need to alter your skin care routine after an IPL photofacial.
IPL offers noninvasive skin rejuvenation
In addition to clearing up areas of discoloration, IPL photofacials prompt your body to create new collagen and elastin, which help plump skin and erase fine lines and wrinkles.
While nothing can match the effects of laser skin resurfacing, IPL photofacials can gradually improve the visible signs of aging with no downtime or painful recovery needed.
If you notice changes in the tightness of your skin or want to smooth away fine lines and wrinkles, IPL photofacials should be part of your ongoing skin care routine.
Booking a visit is fast and easy
If you’re ready to learn more, set up a time to sit down with one of the outstanding practitioners at Park City Dermatology. Call the office near you or book online today.