What is Intense Pulsed Light?

Intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy, often known as a photofacial, is a non-invasive method of enhancing the colour and texture of your skin. Some of the visible ageing induced by exposure to the sun can be reversed by it. It might be primarily noticeable on your face, neck, hands, or chest. 
 

If you have red, brown, or blotchy skin as a result of a medical issue, IPL could be able to help. IPL targets a certain skin colour with light energy. When the skin is heated, your body gets rid of the unwanted cells, and that gets rid of the issue you’re being treated for. An IPL device emits pulsating light at many wavelengths, unlike lasers. It can simultaneously treat a number of skin diseases. 

What steps are involved in the intense pulsed light procedure?

Your expert practitioner should explicitly outline your expectations for the therapy and go over the procedure with you before beginning. They ought to be able to inform you whether or not this approach will yield the outcomes you're after. Prior to starting therapy, it is crucial that your doctor has made the proper diagnosis. 
 

• IPL procedures are often simple. Make sure the technician has IPL therapy experience and has received the appropriate training. In the days and weeks leading up to and following treatment, avoid being in the sun. 
• Although it is not typically necessary, a topical anaesthetic may be administered to the area. 
• In the area that needs treatment, a cold gel is applied. IPL equipment frequently has built-in cooling systems. 
• IPL treatment heads are put to the skin and have a smooth, glass surface. This delivers targeted light pulses to the region being treated.