Anti Aging Prodedure with IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)
For many people, looking great is a simple matter of skin renewal treatments for pigment and vessel clearance to reveal clearer, more attractive skin. Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) skin treatments using the photo rejuvenation technology represents a breakthrough in age-defying skin care.
This technique treats skin non-invasively. IPL treatments address the effects of photo-aging and sun damage with low risk of side effects and minimal recovery time.
IPL uses precise amounts of visible light to effectively treat facial redness, small vessels and pigmented lesions. The light energy is absorbed by the dark spots resulting in lightening of the spots and a brighter more even skin tone.
What is IPL Skin Rejuvenation?
IPL Skin Rejuvenation helps you keep a younger and fresher look. The safe, visible light emitted from the IPL laser makes your face look younger by removing age spots, sun spots, uneven pigmentation, diffuse redness and by stimulating collagen and improving your skin texture.
The Dual Pulsed light system used by Cairns Clear Skin enables us to perform a skin rejuvenation treatment that will help to soften the visible aspects of all factors; softening lines and wrinkles and tightening skin, reducing pigmentation and vascular conditions.
New collagen is formed in response to the body’s perceived injury to ‘heal’ the wound, whether that is by surgical intervention or traumatic injury. The light penetrates deep into the dermal layer of the skin tissue, heating it up and triggering off this ‘healing’ response.
What is Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Dual light
At Cairns Clear Skin we use the Dual Pulsed Light (DPL) which is particularly effective for both hair removal and skin rejuvenation. The Dual mode HR (hair removal) & SHR increase the treatment speed & client safety as well as allowing the DPL to be used for treatment of darker skin types.
Important Information
It’s important to note, there are many different brands of IPL machines and they are NOT all created equal. There is a huge variation in the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of various machines, which is often reflected in the treatment pricing.
The Dual Light IPL is a medical grade machine that has many settings, incredible power, and variability of wavelength, colour spectrum, and pulse type to treat different skin conditions and skin types so that it does the job it is designed for quickly and efficiently without the risk of damaging surrounding tissue.
Is this a Non Invasive Procedure?
Yes, IPL is non invasive.
What can I expect after a Photofacial treatment?
Immediately after your Photofacial, you can expect a mild sun burn like sensation that may last for 24-48 hours.
Age spots, freckles & sun spots may darken initially for a few days and then lighten or disappear. Even though a series 3 IPL treatments is recommended, you will see results with your first treatment within 7-14 days!
Am I a candidate for an IPL Photofacial?
Skin types 1-4 are candidates for an IPL Photofacial. Darker ethnic skin types (Skin type 5 and 6) are not a candidate.
What areas can be treated with IPL?
Face, neck, and décolleté (chest), hands and arms, are most common areas for an IPL rejuvenation treatments. Although most of the body can be treated for Hair Removal.
What is the cost of IPL treatment?
The cost is $300 per treatment for a full face rejuvenation and $720 for a series of 3 treatments.
Safe, comfortable and fast!
In the past, harsh treatments resulted in red, raw skin, with a long recovery period. The Dual Light Technology provides the most comfortable, effective Photofacials available, without any downtime. Treatments take about 30 minutes, and you can return to work looking and feeling fine although excessive exercise is not recommended for 24 hours.
Are there any side affects?
Any potential side effects are minor and can include:
Pain during treatment (reduced by contact cooling)
Skin turning pink and a little sore immediately after the procedure.
Sensation of a mild sunburn (redness, peeling, swelling) that may last a few days after treatment.
Pigmentation and freckles will darken and then peel/flake off or just be reabsorbed into the body. The darkening may last up to 4-7 days.
Rarely, skin pigment may absorb too much light energy and blistering can occur.
Sometimes the pigment cells (melanocytes) can be damaged leaving darker or paler patches of skin. White patches or scars are rarely permanent.
Safety is of utmost importance at Cairns Clear Skin
Liz Franz is regularly involved in ongoing training, conferences and education, so that she remains well versed on all the new technologies, latest developments and clinical products, in this ever-changing, dynamic and fascinating field of anti-ageing and skin care.
Liz has used IPL systems since 2009 and has completed the Laser Safety Officer Course through the Fleming Laser Institute in Melbourne. Liz also attended theory and practical training with Innovative Medical Technologies, Alma lasers, Ellipse and now Australian Aesthetic Devices for Hair Removal, Acne, Vascular lesions, pigmentation issues & skin rejuvenation. Liz also holds a current Use Laser Licence issued under the Radiation Safety Act.
Blue 415nm
Blue light destroys the bacteria which causes spots and helps in the prevention of breakouts. Exposure to Blue light at 415nm interacts with the p.acne bacteria creating a photodynamic reaction which results in bacterial destruction. It also helps to balance sebum production and improve skin clarity..
- Anti-bacterial action without irritation
- Helps blemish prone skin
- Prevents breakouts
- Balances oil production
- Improves skin clarity
- UV Free alternative for eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis
Red 633nm
Rejuvenating Red light accelerates cell renewal and repair, boosting collagen and elastin synthesis for smoother, firmer skin. Exposure to Red light at 633nm is clinically proven to increase the body’s natural form of cellular energy (ATP) which in turn stimulates cells to regenerate faster. Red light is potently absorbed by fibroblasts increasing collagen and elastin synthesis and boosting natural hydration levels. It also improves blood flow for increased tissue oxygenation and the lymphatic systems to eliminate toxins. Red light offers immediate visible results; skin feels hydrated and plump and radiance is restored.
- Boosts collagen and elastin production
- Improves complexion, texture and tone
- Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
- Increases skin hydration
- Evens skin tone and texture
- Shrinks enlarged pores
- Revitalises and restores radiance
Near Infrared 830nm
Exposure to Near Infrared light at 830nm triggers the skins anti-inflammatory processes to accelerate repair and reduce irritation and redness. Near Infrared light builds strength and integrity for compromised, environmentally damaged and sensitive skin conditions. It is also clinically effective in the treatment of age spots and hyper pigmentation.
- Reduces pigmentation
- Scar reduction and prevention
- Relieves pain and inflammation
- Advanced skin rejuvenation benefits
- Treats rosacea
- Calms redness and irritation
- Reduces age spots and pigmentation
- Promotes healthy skin
- Ideal for the most sensitive skins
- Can be used on darker skin types