There is so much to love about summer in San Diego, but the season can really take a toll on your skin. That’s why so many residents turn to the team at Dermatology & Laser Center of San Diego for state-of-the-art skin rejuvenation treatments during the fall and winter months.
Let’s take a closer look at one great option: IPL photofacials. This light-based therapy can help you erase the signs of sun damage and restore your complexion in just a few visits.
You’re probably familiar with the wide range of laser therapies and how laser light can transform your skin. Most people are not as familiar with intense-pulsed light (IPL) therapy, an option that also uses light to trigger changes within the skin.
Lasers use a single wavelength of light that’s concentrated into a carefully controlled beam. Intense-pulsed light uses several different wavelengths of light and creates a scattered dispersion of light that is directed toward the skin in short pulses.
IPL creates powerful changes within the skin, but treatments are less disruptive than laser therapy. The scattered nature of IPL means that skin disruption is spread across a wider area, which is why IPL requires far less recovery time than laser therapy.
If you’re looking for a great return on your skin health investment, IPL photofacials are hard to beat. These treatments are a great fit for many different skin issues, and the ability to treat more than one condition at the same time makes IPL a great value.
Here are some of the issues that IPL can improve:
The light created during IPL treatments is drawn to areas of your skin with higher concentrations of pigment. The heat created by that light triggers your body to break down and eliminate those darker cells.
One reason why IPL photofacials are such a popular treatment is the ability to create remarkable improvements without the risks and recovery time of more invasive light-based therapies. Because IPL treatments alter only a portion of your skin’s cells, your body can heal swiftly, and your skin doesn’t show the same side effects that come with laser treatment.
The most common side effects of IPL are minor swelling, redness, and sensitivity. These changes do not last long, and there’s no need to alter your daily routines to accommodate the recovery process. The only important steps you need to take after IPL include protecting your skin from sun exposure and avoiding harsh scrubs or retinol products while your skin recovers.
IPL photofacials are a great fit for many people, but it’s important to work with a skilled dermatology specialist to find the right fit for your specific needs. If any of the following apply to you, a different treatment option might offer a better solution:
When it comes to addressing summer skin damage, there are many different options from which to choose.
At Dermatology & Laser Center of San Diego, we’re here to help you navigate those options and find a solution that brings you closer to your ideal complexion. Get started today by calling the office to schedule a visit or using our online booking tool, which is available around the clock.
