At Seattle Beauty we utilize Lumecca by Inmode for our patients seeking to address pigmentation, discoloration, vascular lesions and improve overall skin tone. Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) treatments target pigmentation to improve skin complexion and reduce irregularities, safely and effectively. Areas we commonly treat are this exposed to the sun such as the face, neck, décolletage, arms, hands and legs.
Skin conditions IPL can treat:
- Uneven skin tone
- Freckles
- Brown or red spots
- Sun spots
- Fine wrinkles
- Birthmarks
- Broken blood vessels
- Spider Veins
How does Intense Pulsed Light Therapy (IPL) work?
IPL emits a range of light-waves that targets specific things such as melanin in pigmented skin cells or hemoglobin in blood vessels. The light draws pigmented skin discolorations toward the surface of the skin and are eventually eliminated. When treating redness and vascular lesions the IPL is adjusted to target the small vessels in the skin — causing the hemoglobin in the vessels to break down and retreat.
How long does the (IPL) treatment take?
This depends on the size of the area being treated. In general a full face treatment takes about 1 hour.
What can I expect during and after my (IPL) session?
- You will be given protective eyewear
- Gel is applied to the treatment area
- Bright flash of light and light elastic sensation when the laser is pulsed
- Redness and warmth of the skin immediately after treatment that subsides in a couple of hours
- Darkening of pigmented spots in the first 1-3 days followed by flaking off of the pigmented lesions within a
- weekVascular lesions may blanch and fade after a few days
How many sessions are required and how can I optimize my results?
- For best results we recommend a series of three sessions every 4-5 weeks.
- Best done in the Fall and Winter
- Avoid direct and prolonged sun exposure during your treatments
Regular use of SPF with reapplication throughout the day
How long does the (IPL) treatment take?
This depends on the size of the area being treated. In general a full face treatment takes about 1 hour.
How much do Intense Pulsed Light Therapy (IPL) treatments cost?
The cost will vary depending on the areas being treated and the number of sessions recommend. For more details and to find out if you are a good candidate schedule an Aesthetic Consultation with us today.
