IPL uses cut-off filters to emit multiple wavelengths of light, unlike lasers which only produce a single wavelength. This makes IPL highly effective in reducing the appearance of sunspots, age spots, and other discolouration concerns.
The treatment stimulates the skin’s natural healing processes to remove pigmentation discolouration and promote a more uniform skin tone.
An added benefit of IPL for pigmentation is the stimulation of collagen production. Post-treatment, collagen floods to the treated area, improving skin texture, plumping the skin, reducing fine lines, and enhancing overall skin quality.
IPL for pigmentation is non-surgical and non-ablative, meaning it does not damage the skin’s surface. Therefore, it requires no downtime, allowing individuals to resume their daily activities immediately after the treatment.
IPL can be used on most areas of the body, not just the face, so you can treat pigmentation concerns wherever they occur.
During the treatment, a therapist will use a handheld wand to target pulses of light into the skin. The excess melanin within the skin absorbs the filtered light, converting it into heat and triggering the body’s natural healing process. After treatment, dark patches may initially darken before gradually lightening. The melanin will begin to crust and slough off the skin, reducing the appearance of pigmentation. This mild crusting usually occurs within two weeks, resulting in brighter, fresher skin. A course of three to six treatments, spaced two to three weeks apart, is recommended for the best results.
If you are considering IPL for pigmentation, please get in touch with us at Harley Street Clinic Surrey. We provide first-class treatment with excellent patient care, ensuring you have peace of mind that you’ve chosen the best clinic for your procedure. With more than 20 years of experience, we’re a trusted clinic providing an outstanding level of satisfaction for all patients. As part of our service, we will provide you with aftercare and take care of any questions you have before and after treatment. All of our medical practitioners are fully qualified, so all consultations and treatments will be delivered by a professional. Furthermore, all of the products we use are of premium high-grade quality and approved by the MHRA.
To discuss this treatment in more depth, please contact us to book a free consultation with one of our specialists. Call our friendly team on 01737 930400.
