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IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)
Also known as: Intense Pulsed Light Treatment, Skin Brightening Treatment, Freckle Removal, Rosacea Treatment
Recovery
- Minimal to zero social downtime
- You may experience mild redness for a few hours
- Any treated sun spots may temporarily darken and “micro-crust” (looking like tiny coffee grounds) for about 5 days before flaking off to reveal clearer skin
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About IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)
Treated areas:Arms, Back, Chest, Décolletage, Hands, Face, Cheeks, Chin, Forehead, Jawline, Neck, Temples, Hair, Acne, Pigmentation
IPL PHOTOFACIAL: The Ultimate Tone Corrector | Brighten • Clear • Glow
Broad-Spectrum Light for a Flawless, Even Complexion
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) is a versatile, light-based treatment designed to refresh the skin and correct various colour-related concerns. Often called a “photofacial,” it uses broad-spectrum light rather than a single laser beam to target pigments like brown spots and redness simultaneously. It is the gold standard for individuals wanting clearer, brighter, and more even skin without the recovery time of intensive lasers.
How It Works
IPL releases multiple wavelengths of light that are absorbed by specific “targets” in the skin:
✨ Targets Brown (Melanin): Light energy breaks down sunspots, freckles, and age spots, which then naturally rise to the surface and flake away.
✨ Targets Red (Hemoglobin): It shrinks broken capillaries (spider veins) and reduces facial flushing or rosacea.
✨ Boosts Collagen: The gentle heat produced during the process improves overall skin texture and helps shrink pores.
What You Will Achieve
✅ Clears Pigmentation: Effectively erases sun damage, age spots, and uneven patches
✅ Reduces Redness: Excellent for managing rosacea, spider veins, and facial flushing
✅ Instant Brightening: Removes dullness for an immediate “glow” and unified skin tone
✅ Acne Control: Helps kill acne-causing bacteria and calms red, inflamed spots
✅ Cumulative Rejuvenation: Results are gentle and build over a series for a naturally refreshed look
✅ Versatility: Can treat multiple concerns (reds and browns) in a single session
IPL vs. Traditional Laser
| Feature | IPL | Traditional Laser |
| Light Type | Broad-spectrum (many colors) | Single wavelength (one color) |
| Versatility | Can treat redness & spots at once | Usually treats one specific issue |
| Downtime | Minimal to zero | Varies (can be significant) |
| Goal | Overall tone & color correction | Targeted problem-solving |
Treatment Area
| Treatment Area | What it helps |
| Full Face | Evens out skin tone, removes dullness, and provides an overall “glow” |
| Cheeks & Nose | Shrinks broken capillaries (spider veins) and reduces redness from Rosacea |
| Forehead & Temples | Erases sun spots, freckles, and age spots caused by UV exposure |
| Chin & Jawline | Treats hormonal acne redness and calms inflamed spots |
| Upper Lip | Removes dark pigmentation (melasma or sun damage) above the mouth |
| Neck | Clears “Poikiloderma” (red-brown mottling) and smooths skin texture |
| Chest / Décolletage | Reverses heavy sun damage, brown patches, and chest redness |
| Back of Hands | Removes “liver spots” and age spots, making hands look clearer |
| Shoulders & Back | Clears up freckling and sun damage from outdoor activities |
| Underarms / Bikini / Legs | Provides long-term hair reduction and lightens darkened skin |
Popular IPL Technologies
- Lumecca
- Sciton BBL (BroadBand Light)
- Alma Harmony
Ideal Candidate
Suitable for adults aged 20 to 60+ seeking a more uniform complexion.
You are the perfect candidate if you have:
- Photo-aged Skin: Visible sun spots, freckles, and fine lines
- Redness Issues: Broken capillaries (telangiectasia) or mild rosacea
- Dullness: Skin that looks tired and needs an overall brightening boost
- Busy Lifestyle: You want meaningful results with virtually no time away from work or social life
Price by Region
| Location | Ranging from |
|---|---|
| Korea | 300,000 (KRW) |
| Thailand | 6,800 (THB) |
| China | 1,500 (RMB) |
| Japan | 17,000 (JPY) |
| Malaysia | 300 (MYR) |
| Singapore | 200 (SGD) |
| Indonesia | 850,000 (IDR) |
Real Results
Full Face
Nose
Cheek
How It Is Performed
- Cleanse; eye protective shields applied and confirmed in place
- Cool coupling gel applied to treatment area
- IPL handpiece placed flat against the skin; sequential pulses delivered with appropriate cut-off filter and fluence settings calibrated to skin type
- Post-treatment cooling; immediate redness assessment
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Your Timeline
Preparation
- Avoid all sun exposure and deliberate tanning for **4 weeks** before treatment
- No retinoids for 7 days before
- Disclose all oral medications — especially antibiotics (tetracycline, doxycycline) and any photosensitising drugs
Followup Care
- Hydrating mask immediately post-treatment
- SPF 50+ sunscreen daily
- Series of 3–6 sessions recommended, spaced 3–4 weeks apart
- Possible micro-crusting on individual lentigines, resolving in 5–7 days
Frequently Asked Questions
How does IPL compare to picosecond laser for pigmentation?
Picosecond laser is more precisely targeted and more effective for deeper, denser pigmentation (melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation). IPL is gentler and better suited for diffuse, superficial photo-ageing with mixed concerns (redness + pigment). Many patients use both, IPL for regular maintenance and picosecond for targeted correction.
Can IPL treat rosacea effectively?
IPL targeting the 560–590 nm wavelength range is highly effective at reducing the persistent redness and telangiectasia of rosacea. Active rosacea flares should be medically managed before laser/IPL treatment is commenced.
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