Phototherapy / IPL therapy
Phototherapy (IPL) treatment for photo rejuvenation of the skin, removal of pigmentation and vascular asterisks, couperose and rosacea.
About IPL therapy
Fototerapijas procedūra (IPL) ir viena no efektīvākajām un populārākajām procedūrām mūsu centrā, pateicoties unikālajai Izraēlas InMode Lumecca iekārtai.
The treatment is based on the impact of an intense light source (IPL - Intence Pulsed Light) on all layers of the epidermis. The effect is achieved through the wave pulses with a length of 580-1200nm. Penetrating through the upper layer of the epidermis, phototherapy can eliminate signs of photoaging, couperose, vascular stars, pigmentation, post-acne spots, laxity, superficial and deep wrinkles.
- IPL photorejuvenation - as a result of a series of treatments, the age-related changes in the skin, which most often appear after the age of 30 - wrinkles, loss of firmness and elasticity, are eliminated. Metabolic processes are activated, increasing the skin suppleness, smoothing the complexion, rejuvenating, lifting and improving the appearance of the unhealthy skin color. This treatment is excellent for rejuvenation of the facial skin.
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IPL treatment of pigmentation is a universal treatment which helps to remove a variety of pigmentation disorders of any size, color and structure - freckles, dyschromia, superficial melasma and chloasma (the so-called mask of pregnancy), post-traumatic hyperpigmentation (for example, caused by chemical peeling in the sunny season), improves the complexion. In addition, IPL also copes with the stagnant pigment spots left on the skin after acne, infiltrates, wounds and cuts.
IPL treatment of pigmentation is the most efficient method to combat hyperpigmentation of various origin. - IPL treatment of vascular changes - the removal of vascular formations (located at different depths, of different color range without damage to the skin or burns) - capillary hemangiomas, couperose, vascular stars, dilated capillaries, angiodysplasia, rosacea, reticular varicose veins.
Phototherapy (IPL) is perfectly combined with the other laser and machine methods of treatment.
Most people will need 3-5 sessions to get the maximum results from the phototherapy. The interval between the sessions is normally 3-6 weeks.
The effect can be seen even after the first treatment. The skin is smooth, the number of pigment spots is reduced, the vascular stars are no longer visible.
Prices of the IPL therapy
Asinsvadi, Kuperoze, Rozacea, Eritema
Face
Décolleté
Face + Neck + Décolleté
Cheeks
Cheeks + Nose
Nose
Single spot
Chin
Pigmentācija
Face
Décolleté
Face + Neck + Décolleté
Hands
Piere
Cheeks
Single spot
Chin
Fotoatjaunošana
Face
Neck
Décolleté
Face + Neck + Décolleté
Hands
Fotoatjaunošana + Pigmentācija
Face
Fotoatjaunošana
Subscription for 4 treatments
Face
IPL phototherapy treatment addresses such problems as
- Loss of skin elasticity
- Skin laxity
- Age changes on the face, body, hands (ptosis, wrinkles)
- Photoaging, enlarged pores
- Age spots
- Uneven complexion
- Vascular asterisks;
- Persistent erythema (redness) of the face
- Rosacea
- Couperosis
Benefits of photo rejuvenation treatment
- Wrinkle reduction, skin rejuvenation even after the first treatment
- Treatment of the pigment spots and improvement of the skin quality
- Recovery period 1-2 days
- The treatment is as comfortable as possible
How to get ready for the phototherapy treatment?
Recommendations
- If you are taking antibiotics or retinoids, you must stop taking them one week before the treatment.
- You must stop taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and drugs containing aspirin, otherwise bruising may appear on the skin.
Rehabilitation after phototherapy treatment
IPL phototherapy is a safe and gentle treatment. To get the best results you must follow the recommendations of our cosmetologists:
- Sun-block for 1 month. Use of the sunscreen with SPF-50. It will help the tissues to recover faster and better.
- Sauna, hot baths, massage. It is better to abstain from these impacts on the skin for 5-7 days after treatment.
- Mechanical and chemical peels. It is highly undesirable to undertake treatments of deep cleansing of the skin within 1 week after the procedure. Tissues may be damaged, there is a risk of scarring.
Contraindications to the IPL phototherapy treatment
- Pregnancy
- Cancer conditions
- Allergy to sunlight
- Weak immune system
- Non-coagulability of the blood
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes mellitus
- Tendency to keloid scar formation
- Photo dermatoses
- Metal (or other) implants in the treatment area
- Intense tanning of the body
FAQ
IPL photorejuvenation treatment is performed only after the consultation, which will be conducted by a cosmetologist of our center before the treatment, who will assess the degree of damage to the skin and its general condition.
Next, individual settings are set for a particular client and his or her specific problem. The treatment is pain-free and completely safe for the client.
Before the direct impact of the IPL photorejuvenation, client will be asked to close the eyes and wear special protective goggles. Next, the contact gel will be applied and the treatment of photorejuvenation will be performed, the duration of treatment is 15-20 minutes, it depends on the area of the treatment.
At the end of the photorejuvenation treatment, a soothing and protective cream will be applied and the client will be given a follow-up consultation on the skin care after the treatment.
Next, individual settings are set for a particular client and his or her specific problem. The treatment is pain-free and completely safe for the client.
Before the direct impact of the IPL photorejuvenation, client will be asked to close the eyes and wear special protective goggles. Next, the contact gel will be applied and the treatment of photorejuvenation will be performed, the duration of treatment is 15-20 minutes, it depends on the area of the treatment.
At the end of the photorejuvenation treatment, a soothing and protective cream will be applied and the client will be given a follow-up consultation on the skin care after the treatment.
The treatment of IPL phototherapy is easily and comfortably tolerated by the client - during IPL treatment, only warmth is felt, slight tingling is possible. Highly sensitive clients also do not have to worry, the cosmetologist has the option to select more comfortable settings.
IPL photorejuvenation treatment is absolutely safe for the client if the necessary conditions are met: safety (protection of the eyes), exclusion of contraindications, compliance with the general recommendations of the cosmetologist and the schedule of treatments.
It is equally important to consider compatibility of the IPL photorejuvenation treatment with the other cosmetic treatments.
It is equally important to consider compatibility of the IPL photorejuvenation treatment with the other cosmetic treatments.
The phototherapy treatment does not require any specific preparation, although there are certain conditions you need to observe before the treatment.
You must stop taking antibiotics and systemic retinoids one week before the treatment, in addition, you must avoid the sun and tanning within 5 days before the phototherapy treatment.
You must stop taking antibiotics and systemic retinoids one week before the treatment, in addition, you must avoid the sun and tanning within 5 days before the phototherapy treatment.
Despite the fact that the treatment of phototherapy does not have an aggressive effect on the skin and does not have pronounced post-procedural side effects, there are some guidelines you need to follow after the treatment:
- Use a soothing cream for a week after the phototherapy treatment.
- Avoid aggressive treatment of the skin ( peeling, scrubs, the use of beauty products containing acids, retinol) both in home care and at the cosmetologists' office.
- Do not visit the sauna, bath house, swimming pool during 5 days after treatment, and exclude any thermal effects (heating) on the treated area.
- Use a protective SPF 50 cream throughout the entire course of treatments
- Use a soothing cream for a week after the phototherapy treatment.
- Avoid aggressive treatment of the skin ( peeling, scrubs, the use of beauty products containing acids, retinol) both in home care and at the cosmetologists' office.
- Do not visit the sauna, bath house, swimming pool during 5 days after treatment, and exclude any thermal effects (heating) on the treated area.
- Use a protective SPF 50 cream throughout the entire course of treatments
In the first 1-2 days after the IPL phototherapy the intensity of the color of pigment spots may increase - this is normal and means that the treatment was performed properly and correctly. After the IPL phototherapy for the vascular lesions - the vascular stars will disappear either immediately after the phototherapy treatment or within a couple of days after the treatment. After the IPL photorejuvenation treatment, slight redness may be observed, which will subside within a few hours after the treatment.