IPL

For IPL photorejuvenation, patients typically require 3-5 sessions, with results showing gradually over time as sessions are received. The number of treatments required for IPL hair removal varies based on the which part of your body is being treated, but on average patients can expect it to take 3-6 sessions to achieve their desired results.

With proper sun protection following your IPL photorejuvenation treatments, results can last for years. Unlike laser hair removal, IPL hair removal is not permanent, but it does significantly reduce hair growth in patients. You can expect smooth skin for months after your IPL hair removal treatment, and will only require occasional touch-ups after that to maintain your results.

Some patients have noted feeling slight discomfort when the ultrasound waves are delivered to their skin, so at our offices, we employ the use of a topical anesthetic to ensure that our patients have a pain free experience. You may experience some redness or tenderness immediately after the procedure, but that usually clears up within an hour or so.

Though IPL is a common procedure and is considered very safe, there are still potential side effects, as with any treatment. Patients may experience skin redness and tenderness directly after receiving treatment, as well as bruising or in some cases minor scabbing/crusting. This is perfectly normal and, in most cases, very short-lived.