{"id":240,"date":"2021-06-22T19:42:15","date_gmt":"2021-06-22T23:42:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paragonmedspa.fm1.dev\/services\/photorejuvenation\/"},"modified":"2022-11-30T14:54:53","modified_gmt":"2022-11-30T19:54:53","slug":"ipl-and-sunspot-removal","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/paragonmedspa.com\/services\/ipl-and-sunspot-removal\/","title":{"rendered":"IPL & Sunspot Removal\ufffc"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) or BroadBand Light\u2122 (BBL) systems refer to a class of devices in which a flash lamp is used to produce light energy of many wavelengths at the same time. IPL systems work on the same principles as lasers in that light energy is absorbed into particular target cells with color (chromophores) in the skin. The light energy is converted to heat energy, which causes damage to the specific target area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IPL systems are different than lasers in that they deliver many wavelengths or colors in each pulse of light instead of just one wavelength. Most IPL systems use filters to refine the energy output for the treatment of certain areas. This enhances penetration without using excessive energy levels and enables targeting of specific skin components that absorb light.<\/p>\n\n\n

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IPL therapy is considered a non-ablative resurfacing technique, which means that it targets the lower layers of skin (dermis) without affecting the top layers of skin (epidermis). The results are not as dramatic as ablative resurfacing with lasers in which both the dermis and epidermis are injured to produce a much more noticeable overall outcome. The advantage of IPL therapy is its minimal downtime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spider Veins<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Intense Pulsed Light is appropriate for the treatment of spider veins and some vascular lesions. Light pulses target the red pigment or hemoglobin in the blood which heats and destroys the pigment without affecting the skin or other tissues. Cost: $150+<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sunspots<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Intense Pulsed Light is also effective for the treatment of age spots, sunspots, hyperpigmentation, freckles, flat pigmented birthmarks and other skin discoloration problems such as melasma. IPL targets the melanin on the skin\u2019s surface which heats and destroys the discoloration. Cost: $150+<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Photorejuvenation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Photorejuvenation therapy is called by different names depending on the specific laser company, however, the therapy operates on the same principles as described above. Cost: $300+<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Photofacial Photorejuvenation Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The photofacial is an effective and comfortable treatment for skin redness (rosacea), brown spots and sun damage. Prior to the procedure, your esthetician will explain the process to you and clearly define your expectations of the treatment. They will be able to tell you whether the results you desire will be achievable using this method. A complete health and skin consultation will be performed by the provider prior to performing the treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IPL treatments are normally straightforward. It is imperative to avoid sun exposure in the days and before and after treatment, and a physical sunblock that contains micronized zinc or titanium dioxide must be used after the treatments. Tanned skin will not be treated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n