+ Preparation: Your skin care professional will cleanse your skin thoroughly to remove any makeup, sunscreen, or skincare products. A cooling gel twill be applied to the treatment area to enhance comfort and protect the skin during the procedure.
 + Eye Protection: Both you and your skin care professional will wear protective eyewear to shield your eyes from the bright flashes of light emitted by the IPL device.
 + IPL Device Application: The IPL handpiece will be applied to the skin and deliver pulses of broad-spectrum light to the targeted areas. The light is absorbed by melanin (pigment) in the skin and hemoglobin (red blood cells) in blood vessels, depending on the target concern.
 + Sensation: You may feel a sensation similar to a light snap or a mild stinging sensation with each pulse of light. Many people find the discomfort minimal and tolerable. If needed, the intensity of the IPL device can be adjusted for comfort.
 + Post-Treatment Care: After completing the IPL treatment, the technician will remove the cooling gel and assess the skin. Your skin may appear slightly red or flushed, similar to a mild sunburn, which is normal and usually subsides within a few hours to a day. For those with heavy hyperpigmentation, “peppering” can occur temporarily. Peppering occurs when the IPL treatment targets and breaks down pigmented lesions in the skin. The light energy from the IPL device is absorbed by melanin, causing them to darken temporarily and lighten over the next few days. + Results and Maintenance: While some improvement may be visible immediately after treatment, optimal results usually require a series of sessions spaced several weeks apart. Your skincare professional will provide recommendations for post-treatment care and skincare products to maintain and enhance the results of your IPL photofacial.
 + Follow-up: Depending on your skin's response and the treatment plan discussed during your consultation, you may schedule follow-up sessions to achieve the desired outcome effectively.