IPL Photofacial

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

• Avoid direct exposure to the sun and tanning beds 4 weeks prior
• 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 the 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 pre and 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:
  1. Applying cosmetics to the treated area
  2. Swimming, especially in pools with chemicals, such as chlorine
  3. Ocean swimming and Hot Tubs/Jacuzzis
  4. Excessive perspiration or irritation to the treated area
  5. Sun exposure to the treated areas – to prevent skin color change

An intense pulsed light (IPL) photofacial is an aesthetic service that simply stimulates your body’s ability to heal itself and regenerate new cells and tissues. This rejuvenating treatment works by exposing your skin to beams of very strong light. Different wavelengths of light each treat varying conditions by reaching specific depths. As targeted tissues heat up — only to therapeutic temperatures, so no risk of burning — the deepest layers of your skin are gently damaged, which triggers a cascade of healing events. Over time, new collagen, elastin fibers, and skin tissues begin developing and replacing older, damaged layers of skin. All of those imperfections you have fade away naturally.

Your IPL photofacial service from Natural Body Spa is entirely tailored to you and any blemishes you want to erase. An IPL photofacial is beneficial for minimizing the appearance of:

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. Visibly dramatic results are clear about four to eight weeks after your IPL photofacial at Natural Body Spa. For optimal results, especially if you have more extensive pigmentation or sun damage, your skin care practitioner could recommend a package of about three to five IPL photofacial sessions, each spaced at least a month apart. Once you reach your skin goals, the team at Natural Body Spa usually recommend annual IPL photofacials to help your skin continue to look and feel more youthful. Your aesthetician can even help you select clinical-grade skin care products to minimize the effects of aging. Schedule your IPL photofacial service at Natural Body Spa today. Request an appointment online, or call your most convenient office directly to schedule. Individual results may vary.