IPL/Photofacial

IPL/Photofacial treatment at Refine Medical & Aesthetics in Westbrook and Westport, Connecticut, uses Lumecca Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) for photo rejuvenation of age spots, hyperpigmentation including freckles, and vascular lesions. Discoloration and irregularities diminish significantly, giving your complexion a brighter, more even appearance.

Consultations are available at both of our offices, in Westbrook and in Westport.

• Sun spots and age spots
• Freckles and other hyperpigmentation
• Broken capillaries and vascular lesions, including those from rosacea
• Redness
• Acne

This light-based technology also brightens your skin while boosting collagen to improve wrinkles.

IPL is a treatment for sun damage, and it works best on lighter skin types. It should be avoided when you are tan from the sun or bronzer, and while taking photosensitizing medications.

Cooling technology enables comfort, and downtime is generally minimal. Individual results may vary.

• Treatment can't be done if you have a suntan in the treatment area.
• No self-tanner for at least 4 weeks beforehand, including self-tanning makeup.
• Avoid NSAIDs or aspirin for 3 days beforehand.
• Avoid topicals with active ingredients, such as retinol, salicylic or glycolic acid, alpha or beta hydroxy acids, vitamin C, or niacinamide, for 7 days beforehand.
• Schedule IPL at least 2 weeks after an injectables treatment, 2 weeks after Diamond Glow microdermabrasion (or similar), and 3 months after any ablative laser treatment.

See the full pre- and post-care checklist.

A consultation is required before IPL. Pre- and post-care, as well as cost and series information, are reviewed there. When you book online, choose the consultation for Morpheus8, Laser Hair Removal or IPL/Photofacial at our Westbrook or Westport office.