IPL Photofacial

The number of recommended IPL Photofacial sessions depends on your skin’s pigmentation, sun damage, and desired results. For optimal outcomes — especially for extensive pigmentation or sun damage — your Natural Body Spa + Med Spa laser provider may recommend a package of 3 to 5 IPL photofacial sessions, each spaced at least 1 month apart.

Yes. You may experience some redness, swelling, and tenderness that peak within the first 48 hours, then gradually start to subside within about a week as your skin heals.

Though the pigmented lesions may initially look raised and/or darker with a reddened perimeter, they will gradually turn darker over the next 24-48 hours — this is normal. It may turn dark brown or even black and will begin to flake off in 7-10 days.

It is important to not pick, scratch or remove any scabs and refrain from using any exfoliants until the treatment area is healed. Visibly dramatic results are clear about four to eight weeks after your IPL photofacial at Natural Body Spa + Med Spa.

For optimal results, it’s important to follow pre-treatment directions.

• Avoid direct exposure to the sun and tanning beds 4 weeks prior to your treatment session.
• Discontinue the use of exfoliating creams 1 week prior to the entire treatment.
• Use a gentle cleanser and do not apply any make up or skincare products day of treatment.
• Consider bringing a hat or another accessory for sun protection.
• If you have a history of herpes outbreaks in the areas being treated, a prescribed medication from your physician is recommended for 1 week prior to the treatment prior to help prevent an outbreak.

For optimal results, it’s important to follow post-treatment instructions.

• Post-care treatments products will be recommended to help aid in the healing process of your skin. Our favorite post-care products are a gentle cleanser, Lytera 2.0. Dermal Repair Cream, and Total Defense SPF products from SkinMedica.
• Until the redness has completely resolved, avoid all of the following:
  • Applying cosmetics to the treated area.
  • Swimming, especially in pools with chemicals, such as chlorine.
  • Ocean swimming and Hot Tubs/Jacuzzis.
  • Excessive perspiration or irritation to the treated area.
  • Sun exposure to the treated areas – to prevent skin color change.