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IPL
What is
What is IPL?
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is a medical treatment designed to improve our skin. It acts on the skin by eliminating small imperfections, stimulating collagen and thus obtaining a clean, luminous and rejuvenated skin after each session.
Applications
Face, neck, neckline and hands
No. Sessions
1 to 3 times a year
Duration of treatment
Between 30 and 60 minutes
Pain intensity
Slightly uncomfortable. Anesthesia is applied if necessary
Recovery time
Immediate
Visibility of improvement
Results are visible from the 1st session within 7-15 days.
Recommended time of year
Not in summer
Indications
Eliminates small imperfections, stimulates collagen and rejuvenates the skin.
Information
How it works
In IPL treatment, a high intensity light source is applied, which selectively removes pigmented elements such as blemishes and vascular damage from the skin. It also reduces pore size and wrinkle depth. In addition, it promotes collagen generation in the dermis and improves skin texture.
Applications
IPL can be applied in:
- Face
- Hands
- Neckline
In addition, it can be combined with other laser treatments (pulsed dye, Nd:YAG, Q-Switched, CO2) to optimize results.
Studies claim that results can be seen for 12 months.
Results
As it is a non-aggressive treatment that is performed in several sessions, the results are perceived progressively.
In this way, a natural and harmonious effect is achieved.
Studies show thatresults can be seen for 12 months.
Recommendations
- This procedure is contraindicated during pregnancy.
- It is advisable not to have sunbathed for about 15 days prior to treatment.
- During post-treatment, exposure to ultraviolet rays should be avoided and a minimum SPF 50 sunscreen should be used.
Real cases
Before and after IPL
Throughout all these years many patients have trusted us. We show you some real cases.
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Our doctors explain
How does Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) improve our skin?
It acts on the skin by eliminating small imperfections, stimulating collagen and thus obtaining a clean, luminous and rejuvenated skin after each session.
Dr. Canal, head of the laser unit at Clinica Tufet, explains his point of view on IPL treatment.
FAQs
Before undergoing IPL treatment
- This procedure is contraindicated during pregnancy.
- It is advisable not to have sunbathed for about 15 days prior to treatment.
- During post-treatment, exposure to ultraviolet rays should be avoided and a minimum SPF 50 sunscreen should be used.
How long do the effects last?
As it is a non-aggressive treatment that is performed in several sessions, the results are perceived progressively.
In this way, a natural and harmonious effect is achieved.
Studies state that the results can be seen for 12 months.