INTENSE PULSED LIGHT
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) technology is a gentle, non ablative treatment which uses visible light spectrum emitted as an intense pulsing light which can be utilized for various skin treatments. Aging skin is something which is every one is concerned about and an ever increasing number of people are interested in improving their appearance.
IPL treatment improves appearance of photo aged skin, removes age spots (sun induced freckles), most brown pigments and redness caused by broken capillaries through a process called as photo rejuvenation for face and body.
At Cuticare Centre we use Zikra IPL imported from Korea (Seoul) which has 410 nm , 510 nm , 560 nm , 585 nm , 640 nm and 755 nm filters which can be applied for various skin conditions.
The 410 nm filter is used in acne therapy by targeting the porphyrins and killing bacteria which causes acne.
560 nm filter is used in removing unwanted dermal and deep vessels.
585 nm filter is used in Collagen remodeling and anti aging.
640/690/755 nm filters are used in removal of all types of unwanted hair.
Various conditions which are treated by IPL are:
• Acne
• Rosacea, Redness of Face
• Telangiectasia (small vessels seen in the skin)
• Wrinkles, photo damaged skin.
• Haemangioma.
• Keloids & Hypertrophic scars (Devascularisation of the lesions)
• Hair reduction (Vellus / Coloured / Terminal).
• Mild to moderate poikiloderma.
ACNE – I.P.L
HEMANGIOMA – I.P.L
HOW DOES IT FEEL DURING THE TREATMENT?
IPL treatment does cause some discomfort during treatment, it feels like sharp heat but not painful. Most patients describe the discomfort as moderate and acceptable.
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT AFTER THE TREATMENT?
Most of the IPL treatments does not cause any side effects. When treating Hemangiomas it can cause epidermal damage which can be treated easily with topical application of Epidermal Growth Factor. Redness and swelling may occur, similar to sunburns. This settles within a few minutes. The treated area should not be exposed to strong sunlight between treatments, use of sunscreen (spf 30 + and above) is advised.
HOW MANY TREATMENTS ARE NECESSARY?
Most treatments require 3 to 8 sessions at fortnight or monthly intervals depending on the skin condition being treated.
SIDE EFFECTS?
The skin can become red immediately after treatment. Scabbing and pigmentation are common which can be treated in few days. No permanent side effects is seen.
TIME TAKEN FOR EACH TREATMENT?
Treatment can take from 15 mins to an hour, depending on which area is being treated.