IPL Photorejuvenation Pre & Post Treatment Care

Two Weeks Prior

A mild sunburn-like sensation is expected lasting 2-24 hours but can persist up to 72 hours.
Apply ice or gel packs to the treatment area for 10-15 minutes every hour for the next four hours, as needed.
An oral, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication, such as acetaminophen, may be taken to reduce discomfort.
The brown spots will darken and develop "coffee ground" looking scabs that will naturally shed. You may use makeup to cover these.

Hot tubs, Jacuzzis and swimming pools.
Activities that cause excessive perspiration for 24 hours.
Sun exposure and tanning to treated areas.
Exfoliating the treated area.
No aggressive exfoliation or anti-aging skin care for 5-7 days (retinol, glycolic, and salicylic acid).

The lesion may initially look raised and/or darker with a reddened perimeter.
The lesion will gradually turn darker over the next 24-48 hours. It may turn dark brown or even black.
The lesion will progress to scabs and/or crusting and flake off in an average of 7-21 days.
Do not pick, scratch or remove scabs—scarring could occur.
The lesion is usually healed in 21-30 days. It will continue to fade over the next 6-8 weeks.

What should I expect after my IPL?

A mild sunburn-like sensation is expected lasting 2-24 hours but can persist up to 72 hours.
Apply ice or gel packs to the treatment area for 10-15 minutes every hour for the next four hours, as needed.
Acetaminophen may be taken to reduce discomfort. Avoid blood thinning anti-inflammatory medications as they can cause bruising.
The brown spots will darken and develop "coffee ground" looking scabs that will naturally shed. You may use makeup to cover these.

My dark spots look darker after my IPL, is this normal?

The spots may initially look raised with a reddened perimeter & will turn darker over the next 24-48 hrs.
This will progress to scabs & flake off in an average of 7-21 days. Don't pick or remove scabs as scarring could occur.
The lesion is usually healed in 21-30 days & continue fading over the next 6-8 weeks.

What should I avoid after my IPL?

After IPL treatment, it’s essential to follow proper post-care instructions, which include avoiding:

Hot tubs & swimming pools.
Activities causing excessive perspiration for 24 hrs.
Sun exposure & tanning to treated areas.
No aggressive exfoliation or anti-aging skin care for 5-7 days (retinol, glycolic, and salicylic acid.)

How often can I get IPL Photorejuvenation treatments?

IPL Photorejuvenation treatments can be done 4 weeks apart in the same area.