IPL (Intense Pulsed Light Therapy)
what is intense pulsed light (Ipl) Therapy?
IPL in skincare refers to Intense Pulsed Light therapy. It is a non-invasive cosmetic procedure that uses high-intensity light to improve the appearance of various skin issues, such as rosacea, sun damage, age spots, and uneven skin tone.
The procedure works by delivering intense pulses of light into the skin, which are absorbed by the target cells and cause them to break down, leading to a more youthful and even complexion. IPL is a safe and effective way to rejuvenate and even out the skin tone, with little to no downtime.
Please note that we can only treat skin types 1-3 with IPL.
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IPL Treatment can be used to minimise or even remove:
Sun Damage
Sun Spots
Birthmarks
Rosacea
Broken Blood Vessels
Freckles
Age Spots
Before & After
Rosacea & Thread Veins
Rosacea & Thread Veins
Rosacea
frequently asked questions
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Yes. This IPL Therapy treatment is very gentle and therefore can penetrate the most sensitive and delicate areas of the skin with extreme care.
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IPL Therapy is unique to each individual.
We will discuss your treatment plan at the time of your consultation.
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IPL is only suitable for people with skin types 1-3. If you don’t know your skin type, click through to this NHS resource to find out.
If you're looking for a non-invasive solution to skin imperfections, IPL Treatment could be the perfect solution for you.
The difference between laser and IPL treatment
IPL is similar to a laser treatment. However, a laser focuses just one wavelength of light at your skin, while IPL releases light of many different wavelengths, like a photo flash.
The light from IPL is more scattered and less focused than a laser. IPL penetrates down to the second layer of your skin (dermis) without harming the top layer (epidermis), so it causes less damage to your skin.
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Pigment cells in your skin absorb the light energy, which is converted into heat. The heat destroys the unwanted pigment to clear up freckles and other spots. Or, it destroys the hair follicle to prevent the hair from growing again.
You can use IPL anywhere on your body, but it may not work as well on uneven areas. It isn’t recommended for people who tend to get thick, raised keloid scars or who have darker skin tones. It’s also not as effective on light coloured hair as it is on darker hair.
benefits of intense pulsed light therapy
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IPL uses controlled light in specific wavelengths to alleviate inflammation, redness, and thread veins. This treatment is very gentle, with minimal downtime and can be used on even the most sensitive areas of the skin
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One of the benefits of IPL Therapy is its versatility, as it can be used to minimise rosacea, and thread veins.
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At SKINLAB, we treat each skin concern on an individual basis. That's why our highly trained laser technician personalises your IPL treatment following a consultation and patch test to achieve the best results possible.
Preparation
ALWAYS USE A SUN PROTECTION OF SPF30+
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No waxing, plucking or threading.
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Do not expose the skin to UV or self-tan products, this includes the use of sunbeds, fake tan and moisturisers with gradual tanning.
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Avoid intense exfoliation, exfoliation, microdermabrasion or chemical peels.
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Do not use bleaching creams, perfumed products or body moisturisers.
Make sure the area being treated is clean shaved 24 hours prior to treatment.
Do not go swimming.
Hydrate the body by drinking plenty of water.
Do not apply sun blocking creams within 24 hours of treatment.
Aftercare
ALWAYS USE A SUN PROTECTION OF SPF30+
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Wear loose clothing for 24 hours until any redness has subsided.
Pure Aloe Vera gel (check ingredients) can be applied to help improve comfort and reduce swelling or redness.
Hot & humid conditions can aggravate skin immediately after treatment. Skin cooling can be very helpful with a cold compress.
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Avoid all heat treatments including hot baths, sauna’s steam baths and hot showers.
No swimming.
No bleaching creams
Avoid perfumed products e.g. soaps, creams, or perfumes.
Leave any temporary skin responses such as redness to subside naturally.
Do not pick, scratch or otherwise irritate the treated area.
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Do not shave the area.
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Do not exfoliate the area or use any type of exfoliation peel.
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Avoid UV exposure.
Do not use self-tan.
Avoid depilation creams.
Avoid prolonged outdoor activity that may expose the skin to a lot of wind or sun.
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Limit sun exposure and do not use tanning beds.
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