Are IPL results permanent?
We refer to IPL as a semi-permanent hair removal treatment as although the initial course of treatments will remove all of your hair follicles your body will eventually produce and develop more.
How long does it take to recover from IPL laser?
Healing after an IPL treatment varies with the patient although in most cases takes less than a week and as little as 2 to 3 days. IPL stands for Intense Pulsed Light. Dermatologists use this non-surgical therapy to remove blemishes and imperfections in the skin, or in severe cases make them less noticeable.
How long does IPL laser treatment last?
IPL photofacials are performed in a series, with each treatment lasting from approximately 20 minutes to an hour, depending on the amount of skin being treated. Typically, patients receive between three and six treatments spaced roughly one month apart.
Does hair fall out after IPL?
After your treatment the targeted hair will look like it’s growing again. This is when the hair begins to make its way out of the follicle. Around two weeks after your IPL treatment your hair will shed and fall out. At this time you will be able to gently remove it with a washcloth in the bath or shower.
How many sessions of IPL do you need?
For patients to get the best IPL results, it is generally recommended that patients receive, on average, 4 – 6 treatments scheduled four weeks apart. Why do most patients need more than one IPL session? Every IPL treatment builds upon the previous one, allowing the skin to react gradually.
Which is better IPL or BBL?
IPL light waves also gently heat the deeper layers of skin, stimulating collagen production. This reduces the appearance of fine lines and scars. BBL is a more advanced version of IPL therapy, both in terms of accuracy and targeting specific skin conditions for treatment: Skin tone and texture.
Does your face get red after IPL?
While the healing process after an IPL™ photofacial will vary by individual, most patients can expect to experience redness for two to five days after treatment. In more aggressive treatments, bruising may occur and last for up to two weeks.
Can I use home IPL every day?
No, using your VISS IPL more often than recommended will not speed up the hair removal process. You should treat the same area 3 rounds in one session since this will improve efficacy.
Do I have to shave my upper lip before IPL?
It is important to shave the area to be treated the day or night before your appointment. Doing this will prevent thermal injury to the surface of the skin as there won’t be hair on the surface to absorb the laser’s energy.
Can I shave in between IPL treatments?
If you do want to get rid of unwanted hair in between treatments, shaving is absolutely fine. In fact we ask that you shave the area to be treated a day or two prior to your treatment.
Will one IPL treatment make a difference?
They won’t vanish with one IPL treatment, but in almost all cases patients will see progress. Fading of hyperpigmentation depends on the skin area and the type of spots being treated (sun spots, brown spots, dark spots, and age spots).
Can you do IPL every day?
No, using your Philips Lumea more often than recommended will not speed up the hair removal process. Do not treat the same area multiple times in one session as this will not improve efficacy and can cause skin irritation.
Does IPL really work?
IPL works in a similar way to laser therapy. The difference is that where laser therapy delivers a single wavelength of light energy, IPL delivers multiple wavelengths. This means that IPL can treat a larger area of skin in a shorter time than laser therapy.
How many IPL treatments are needed to see results?
The number of treatment sessions and skin concerns can also dictate the frequency and timing of treatment. Most patients are recommended to undergo at least three sessions of IPL therapy scheduled at four-week intervals.
How does an IPL laser work?
Avoid sun exposure in the days and weeks before and after treatment.
How often is it safe to use IPL laser treatment?
– Stay away from the sun at least 2 weeks before the treatment so your skin won’t get tanned. – Do not bleach your hair before the procedure, again it will lower the efficiency of the device. – Before any laser or IPL session, I shaved my hair the night before or 2 days before. – Please use sensitive shavers for your face.