IPL Photofacials – IPL Photofacials With Radiofrequency
Posted by observer | Posted in Uncategorized | Posted on 28-01-2012-05-2008
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IPL Photofacial
A photofacial, or fotofacial, also known as photorejuvenation, is a treatment touted to reverse sun damage, even out facial color as well as improve tone and texture in the process. In other words, photofacial treatments reportedly:
A photofacial, or fotofacial, also known as photorejuvenation, is a treatment touted to reverse sun damage, even out facial color as well as improve tone and texture in the process. In other words, photofacial treatments reportedly:
- tighten pores
- reduce the severity of acne
- reduce the appearance of or eliminate sun spots and freckles
- lessen hyperpigmentation
- treat skin flushing and skin redness
- reduce the appearance of scars (acne, chickenpox, etc.)
- reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- reverse sun damage
- treat vascular lesions (broken capillaries, blood vessels, telangiectasia, rosacea)
- improve facial contour
- tighten skin
- boost collagen and elastin production
Curious as to what effect an IPL photofacial treatment would have on my own skin, I put these claims to the test, with the help of Montreal’s Spa Évia.
- But what is an IPL Photofacial exactly?
- Is IPL the same thing as a laser?
- What are the risk factors with IPL Photofacials?
- Who is authorized to administer IPL Photofacial treatments?
- Do IPL photofacials hurt?
- How many treatments are required?
- How much does it cost?
- What do I need to do before undergoing a photofacial treatment?
- What do I need to do after undergoing a photofacial treatment?
- Is there any downtime after undergoing an IPL treatment?