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What Are the Benefits of an IPL PhotoFacial?

Imagine treating sun damage, broken blood vessels, brown spots, and other signs of aging with the same treatment! This treatment is an IPL PhotoFacial, a powerful option for anti-aging and pigmentation issues. An IPL PhotoFacial resurfaces the skin for a clear, radiant glow.

What is an IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) PhotoFacial?

An IPL PhotoFacial is a non-invasive procedure that uses intense pulsed light (IPL) to treat many skin conditions. This treatment can be used to address a wide range of concerns, including hyperpigmentation, sun damage, age spots, rosacea, and acne.

During an IPL PhotoFacial, a handheld device emits high-intensity pulses of light that penetrate deep into the skin. Melanin absorbs this light in the skin and the hemoglobin in the blood vessels. This creates a heating effect that helps eliminate targeted pigments and stimulate collagen production.

What are the Benefits of an IPL PhotoFacial?

Skin Texture

IPL PhotoFacials can help to improve skin texture by reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and other signs of aging. New collagen adds firmness and tightens the skin to give you a smoother, more even texture. 

Reduced Hyperpigmentation

IPL PhotoFacials are highly effective at reducing the appearance of hyperpigmentation, such as age spots and sun damage. Melanin pigment in these spots absorbs energy, selectively damaging and removing the pigment.

Minimized Pore Size

IPL PhotoFacials can help minimize pores’ size, making them less visible and reducing the appearance of acne. Repeated treatments can lead to a dramatic reduction in acne.

Even Skin Tone

IPL PhotoFacials can help to even out skin tone, reducing redness and discoloration and creating a more uniform complexion. Red and brown pigments absorb the light energy, causing them to break down. 

Reduced Appearance of Scars

IPL PhotoFacials can help to reduce the appearance of scars, including acne scars, by stimulating collagen production and promoting healing.

No Downtime

An IPL PhotoFacial takes 30 to 60 minutes. Numbing cream will keep you comfortable throughout treatment. It requires little to no downtime, making it a convenient option for busy schedules.

How Many IPL PhotoFacial Treatments Will I Need?

The number of IPL PhotoFacial treatments required will vary depending on the individual and the severity of their skin concerns. Most people will require multiple treatments to achieve the best results. You may see changes to your pigmented spots within a few weeks of treatment, but full results can take three to five months to develop.

Am I a Good Candidate for an IPL PhotoFacial?

Most people with various skin concerns make good candidates for an IPL PhotoFacial. Because it targets melanin, intense pulsed light must be used cautiously on darker skin tones. You may be a good candidate if you want to treat sun damage, pigmentation issues, or other signs of aging.

Take the Next Step

Ready to learn more about IPL PhotoFacials? The first step is to come in for an in-person consultation with our expert providers at Manhattan Aesthetics in New York, New York, today.

Please fill out the form on this page or call our office during regular business hours at (212) 960-8172.


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