Intense pulsed light or IPL is a non-invasive and non-ablative
treatment that uses high-intensity pulses of visible light to improve
the appearance of the following skin problems:
Intense pulsed light (IPL) systems work on the same principles as
lasers except in this the light is used and this light energy is
absorbed into particular target cells with colour (chromophores) in
the skin. The light energy is converted to heat energy, which causes
damage to the specific target area. IPL systems are different to
lasers in that they deliver many wavelengths (or colours) in each
pulse of light instead of just one wavelength. Most IPL systems use
filters to refine the energy output for the treatment of certain areas.
This enhances penetration without using excessive energy levels
and enables targeting of specific chromophores (these are skin
components that absorb light).
IPL therapy is considered a non-ablative resurfacing technique,
which means that it targets the lower layers of skin (dermis) without
affecting the top layers of skin (epidermis). The biggest advantage
of IPL therapy is its minimal downtime – a patient can often have the
procedure done in their lunch break and return to work immediately
afterwards. At Curo Skin Clinic, Dr.Deepika Sarode is the best Skin
Specialist in Mira road, provides the best IPL Treatment in Mira
road.
BENEFITS
1. Freckles and age marks.
2. Removal of unwanted dark hair.
3. Mild to Moderate Acne.
4. Vascular lesions including spider telangiectasis, port wine
stains, broken facial veins, rosy cheeks, rosacea and red
thread veins of the legs.
5. In rejuvenation of aged skin referred to as “Photorejuvenation”
and requires a series of IPL treatments.
What you can expect?
While most people are fine with the light pulses, the treatment could
sting a little. It might feel like someone is snapping a rubber band on
you but very slightly. Numbing cream can be used to put on 30-60
minutes before treatment starts if you are very sensitive.
Slight redness, tingling sensation, slight itching or stinging may
occur over the treated area. The redness and other side effects
reduce and go away in further 3-4 days. With every session you will
see visible decrease in the lesion or concern. IPL always requires
series of sessions to achieve desired effect, hence follow up is
expected.