IPL treatments in Westlake are different from laser treatments because they use a broadband spectrum of light to deliver effective results, whereas lasers use monochromatic light to target very specific concerns.
Treatment Details
Appointment Length:
30 minutes
Downtime:
Minimal
Sessions Recommended:
3 to 4 per year
How It Works
IPL photofacials work by using specific wavelengths of high-intensity light, using short blasts of light to target the pigment in your skin and destroy it.
Over time, areas of your skin may darken from age, sun damage, and even trauma to the skin. IPL photofacials leverage the science of your skin’s reaction to light to restore your skin’s color and tone, making it even and smooth.
Benefits
IPL photofacials provide more than just solutions for aging and sun-damaged skin. There are many benefits to using intense pulsed light for your skin concerns.
Safe
Effective
Versatile
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The IPL Photofacial Process
Step 1: Consultation
Before your IPL appointment, you’ll meet with one of our expert providers for a personal consultation. They will sit with you and chat about your medical history and specific aesthetic issues. Together, you will both work together to create a treatment plan that helps you accomplish your goals and improve your skin.
Step 2: Treatment
Your IPL treatment will begin with your provider cleansing your skin. We will offer a topical numbing solution if pain or discomfort is a concern for you, but many clients can complete their treatment without it. For about 30 minutes, your provider will use a handheld wand that emits a broad spectrum of light to improve your skin.
Step 3: Recovery
There is minimal downtime needed after your IPL treatment in Westlake, and many clients can return to their daily activities as normal. You will be able to see results immediately following your treatment session, but won’t achieve your full results until about 4 to 6 weeks after your last session.
Pre-Care & Post-Care Instructions
- You may need to come in early for your appointment to complete pigment control.
- Wear sunscreen for 2 weeks before your appointment to prevent further sun damage.
- Have clean skin that is free of makeup and lotions when you arrive at your appointment.
- Continue wearing sunscreen to protect your skin from UV damage.
- Drink water to keep your body hydrated and promote the best results.
- Refrain from drinking alcohol or using tobacco products to prevent dehydration.
Related Treatments
Working Together for Women’s Health
The Well Westlake and Advanced Women’s Health & Surgery may be independent practices, but they share a common building for a common goal: enhancing women’s lives.
Each practice works synergistically with the other to provide the best holistic array of women’s health choices. Established by physicians who are also family (mother and daughters), and staffed with other skilled female physicians, our conjoined practices deliver the care you need—head to toe, inside and out.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Most clients can undergo an IPL photofacial comfortably and return to their daily activities as normal immediately following their appointment. We do offer a topical numbing solution if pain or discomfort is a concern for you.
You will be able to notice results immediately following your IPL treatment in Westlake, but you will not see the full results until a few weeks after your last treatment session.
