IPL and BBL Treatments

Unlike laser treatments, light-based devices use multiple wavelengths to address skin concerns. Intense pulsed light and broadband light treatments target discolored skin cells; as those hyperpigmented cells soak up the light, they’re destroyed. This process also initiates a healing response from the body, which increases natural collagen and elastin production to rejuvenate the skin and restore a youthful, healthy appearance.

We can use intense pulsed light and broadband light treatments to address skin concerns on the face, neck, chest, arms, hands, and legs. These light-based treatments can eliminate hyperpigmentation, which appears in different forms and can reveal itself as melasma, sun spots, age spots, freckles, dark patches, and general discoloration. They can also eliminate sun damage, reduce the appearance of rosacea, remove tiny red visible veins from the face, and treat acne.

One of the primary benefits of these light-based treatments is that almost everyone is a good candidate. Because we offer many treatment options, we can custom-tailor our treatment approach to benefit each patient. Whether you want to address a single concern, like a dark spot, or multiple skin concerns, we can tailor your treatment plan accordingly to ensure you achieve optimal results. Some of the treatment benefits include the following:

• Skin improvements are visible in as little as one treatment
• The devices can meet the needs of patients with most skin types
• Treatments are comfortable, gentle, and effective
• Treatment times are quick
• There’s little to no social downtime after a treatment

There’s no significant social downtime after these treatments. You will need to protect your skin after your treatment, including avoiding direct sun exposure for several days, wearing quality sunscreen, and using the right products like a gentle cleanser and moisturizer to promote healing.

You should temporarily discontinue harsh anti-aging treatments or products that could irritate your skin or cause inflammation immediately following your treatment. We will provide detailed instructions on how to care for your skin once your appointment concludes.

Some patients notice immediate results; for others, it can take one to two weeks to see visible improvements in the appearance of the skin. Since these devices can address different skin conditions, results will vary among patients based on their unique treatment plans.

Your treatment results can last a year or longer. The length of results varies among patients, and we can give you a better idea of what you can expect from your treatment plan at your initial consultation. However, maintenance treatments yearly can extend your results, prevent additional discoloration, and keep your skin healthy and vibrant.