IPL laser rejuvenation pre and post care

In order to obtain the best result from your treatment, please take note of the following after care notes for each treatment type

IPL ‘Intense Pulsed Light’ is an effective rejuvenation treatment using light therapy to break down melanin in the skin, reversing pigmentation and creating a more even skin tone. IPL is also used to effectively treat acne and breakouts, destroying bacteria and calming inflammation.

To ensure the best results and minimise risks, follow these pre-care guidelines before your IPL session:
  • Avoid Sun Exposure: Stay out of the sun, tanning beds, and avoid self-tanning products for at least 2–4 weeks before treatment. Always use SPF 30+ on exposed areas..
  • Discontinue Irritating Skincare: Stop using retinoids, retinol, tretinoin, AHAs, BHAs, and exfoliants on the treatment area for 1 week before your session.
  • Remove All Products: Arrive with clean skin—no makeup, creams, lotions, deodorants, perfumes, or fake tan on the treatment area.
  • Inform Your Provider: Let your technician know if you have a history of cold sores (antiviral medication may be recommended), hyperpigmentation, or if you are taking any photosensitising medications (these should be stopped 3–14 days prior, as advised by your provider).
  • General Skin Care: Exfoliate and moisturise daily in the week leading up to your appointment, but not on the day of treatment.
  • Dress Appropriately: Wear clothing that allows easy access to the treatment area
What can I expect after my treatment? You’ll have an immediate darkening of the pigmentation, the skin will feel warm and tingly. This may last for 24 hours. Over the next week or so after the treatment, brown spots and pigmented areas will turn darker and/or appear more obvious as the body breaks down the melanin that has been released. The real results become evident after 2 weeks when you will visibly notice a reduction in pigmentation, redness and improvement in overall skin tone. What precautions should I take pre and post? There is no downtime to IPL and you can resume normal activities immediately. However you should avoid the following for 24 hours:
  • Strenuous exercise
  • Consumption of alcohol
  • Scrubbing, rubbing, shaving or waxing the treatment area.
  • Using medical grade vitamin Aretinol
It is also recommended to avoid the following for two weeks:
  • Direct exposure to sun or uv light
  • Extended exposure to heat or freezing temperatures
Exposure to any of the above may cause temporary redness, swelling, and/or itching. If you experience crusting on the treatment area you can apply a rescue balm or ice pack to aid with healing. We always recommend the use of sunscreen to prevent sun damage to the skin. Sunscreen with SPF 30 or above should be used daily. If you are under the sun for prolonged periods of time, sunscreen needs to be reapplied at least once every two hours.
How does IPL Rejuvenation work?
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is a modern form of light based therapy used to rejuvenate the skin. A beam of many different wavelengths of light is absorbed into targeted skin cells to repair damage and breakdown accumulated spots of melanin, such as pigmentation, spotting and redness
What are the benefits?
PL treatments can be effectively used to treat: Freckles, sunspots and other hyperpigmented areas Broken capillaries Rosacea and/or redness Uneven colouring Acne (the light energy destroys bacteria colonising your skin)
What are the risks?
The risks from IPL are minimal. On rare occasions, if not performed by trained professionals, burns or scarring may occur. At Dermaluxe beauty, we employ only have Registered Nurses to ensure the highest quality of care.
Are there side effects?
There are some common side effects with IPL rejuvenation procedures, such as redness or slight swelling, which will subside within 48 hours. You will experience an initial darkening of your pigmented area, which is normal as your body breaks down the melanin that has been released during the treatment. Due to the light therapy used, IPL is not recommended during pregnancy.
Is it painful?
While there is a noticeable sensation, there is little pain. It could be likened to a hair elastic being snapped against your skin.
How many treatments will I need?
It depends on your treatment area and desired results. We recommend between 1 and 3 sessions to see long-term improvement for most clients.
What can I expect after my treatment?
You'll have an immediate darkening of the pigmentation, the skin will feel warm and tingly. This may last for 24 hours. Over the next week or so after the treatment, brown spots and pigmented areas will turn darker and/or appear more obvious as the body breaks down the melanin that has been released. The real results become evident after 2 weeks when you will visibly notice a reduction in pigmentation, redness and improvement in overall skin tone.

Disclaimer

Whilst we have seen amazing results from this treatment, please know that results vary and we cannot make guarantees. We recommend coming and speaking to our registered nurses for an in-depth consultation. They will discuss in detail how the treatment works, whether it will be right for your skin type and the expected results in line with your skin goals.

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