The IPL photofacial is a superficial treatment that clears up pigmentation problems by applying rapid pulses of light energy to the skin. This treatment is effective for a range of skin problems, including sun spots, red spots, spider veins and rosacea, as well as warding off acne breakouts.

What can an IPL Photofacial treat?

Those who can benefit from IPL have skin conditions such as:

Hyperpigmentation
Vascular lesions (birthmarks)
Broken capillaries
Sun spots
Age spots
Reddened skin tone (rosacea)
Acne

We offer a variety of nonsurgical skincare treatments at our Bellevue med spa, including the IPL photofacial. At the Northwest Center for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, we have helped hundreds of men and women from throughout the greater Seattle area feel and look their best. If you’d like to learn more about how the IPL photofacial treatment can improve your complexion, please don’t hesitate to contact our office in Bellevue today for more details.

How does an IPL Photofacial work?

At Northwest Center Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Bellevue, we feature the top-of-the-line M22 IPL laser from Lumenis. This laser can treat over 30 skin conditions and is the latest technology from the leader in light-based cosmetic therapies. During IPL treatment, a rapidly pulsing light is applied to the surface of the skin. The light targets pigmented areas and damages the underlying tissue, which stimulates your body’s natural healing process. When healing occurs, the pigmented area becomes lighter.

How many treatments will I need?

You may have multiple areas that can be restored with IPL, most commonly on sun-damaged skin of the face, neck, chest and hands. A series of IPL treatments 3 or 4 weeks apart is typical. Ask about package rates for multiple sessions of IPL.

What should I expect after my IPL Photofacial?

After your IPL Photofacial, the pigmented sun damage and spots on your skin will turn dark and eventually disappear. This healing process usually requires about two weeks. IPL is a very superficial skin treatment that does not ablate or abrade the skin, so downtime is less of a concern.

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IPL Photofacial FAQ's

Is IPL treatment painful?

Most patients tell us that IPL feels similar to a snapping sensation like a rubber band snapping against the skin, and any discomfort can be managed with a topical anesthetic. After IPL treatments, the sensation is comparable to mild sunburn.

How long will my results last?

How long results of IPL last will partly depend on the number of treatments you receive. Many patients choose to undergo a series of IPL treatments to get the best results possible. Your new look generally lasts as long as you avoid prolonged sun exposure.

Can I continue using my skincare products before and after IPL?

Because IPL does not exfoliate the skin, you can maintain use of your skincare products before and after treatment.

Contact our office today at the Northwest Center for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Bellevue, Washington for more information on the IPL photofacial.

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