IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) — Clinic Care
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Clinic care — An in-clinic method using broad-spectrum light to address pigmentation, redness, and pores at once
What is IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)?
Clinic care — An in-clinic method using broad-spectrum light to address pigmentation, redness, and pores at once
Uses a wider wavelength range than laser to target dark spots, flushing, and fine blood vessels comprehensively.
Overview & characteristics
IPL, unlike a single-wavelength laser, is an in-clinic light-based method that uses broad-spectrum light mixing several wavelengths to act on multiple targets such as melanin and hemoglobin at once. The absorbed light energy converts to heat, working on the principle of inducing pigmentation or dilated fine vessels to be broken down and absorbed. A notable feature is that it addresses blemishes, redness, and fine vessels together.
How to manage
After the session, pigmented areas can temporarily darken and then come off like crusts, and it is advised not to peel them off forcibly. It is commonly done over several sessions at intervals, so observing the cumulative course is recommended. Settings differ depending on skin tone and pigment depth, so a consultation at a medical facility is recommended.
Good to know alongside
Its purpose can overlap with toning lasers that address pigment or vascular lasers. Because skin becomes sensitive to UV exposure after the session, sun-protection care to reduce pigment re-deposition is also recommended.
Everyday care tips
Avoiding strong sun exposure and artificial tanning before and after the session is generally recommended. Cover darkened pigment areas with makeup but it is best to wait for them to shed naturally.
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- What is IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)?
- Clinic care — An in-clinic method using broad-spectrum light to address pigmentation, redness, and pores at once. Uses a wider wavelength range than laser to target dark spots, flushing, and fine blood vessels comprehensively.
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