reduce the appearance of sunspots and freckles on the bodyIPL Photorejuvenation

Treatment is tolerable and is akin to the sensation of a warm rubber band snap. Our IPL machine is a water-cooled system, meaning that the handpiece itself acts like an ice pack and cools the skin before, during, and after each pulse, making the treatment quite comfortable.

We can not cure sunspots, once they have formed their way into the skin their cell memory will last forever, we can only eliminate the sunspot from view. Therefore, sunscreen compliance is mandatory after treatment to prolong your investment and keep your skin looking youthful and even-toned. It is impossible to stay completely out of the sun so as time goes on the sunspots will reappear. Re-treatment is recommended once a year or every other year depending on your lifestyle and goals.

Immediately after treatment, your skin will feel warm and sensitive to the touch, almost akin to a sunburn. This sensation is temporary and usually calms down within a day or so, but the redness may linger for up to a week. As the pigmentation lifts to the surface, it will appear darker and darker until it forms a crust on the surface of the skin that almost looks like coffee grounds or black pepper. This flakes away shortly thereafter, leaving your skin looking more even-toned.

We usually recommend a series of 3-6 treatments. Results are cumulative, meaning that the spots will improve and get lighter with each treatment. Remember: it has taken many years for the sunspots to accrue and it will most likely take multiple treatments to get the best results!

With darker skin tones if done incorrectly, treatment can cause hyper-pigmentation.

It clears skin tone from unwanted sun spots and freckles on the body. As mentioned above when treating the face we can also help reduce redness from broken capillaries and rosacea.

Plan for social downtime. Meaning if you have a big event such as a high school reunion or preparing to look good in a summer dress, it is recommended you get this treatment three to four weeks ahead of time.