Say Goodbye To Sun Damage With IPL
May 8, 2025 11:19 am |At New Columbia Beauty Lab, we know how frustrating sun damage can be. In fact, this is one of the most common reasons patients come to us seeking help with their skin. Simply put, pigmentation like this is just stubborn and doesn’t respond that well to over the counter treatments. But, that doesn’t mean you’re stuck with it! We love IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) treatment to restoring brighter, clearer skin.
What Is IPL?
This non-invasive treatment uses short pulses of light to reduce or eliminate pigment under the skin’s surface. Unlike lasers, which focus on one wavelength, IPL uses multiple wavelengths to address a range of skin concerns, especially those caused by sun exposure. The specific wavelengths target melanin (brown) and/or blood vessels (red) in the skin. The pigmented cells absorb the energy from the light pulses, which effectively destroys them. Your body then clears the dead cells through the natural healing process while stimulating the production of new, healthy skin. After just a few sessions, many people notice clearer skin, more even tone.What Are Treatments Like?
The treatment itself is quick (usually 20-30 minutes), and while you might feel a slight snapping sensation, it’s generally well-tolerated. There’s little to no downtime, just some temporary redness and mild darkening of the targeted spots before they fade. Most clients need a series of 3-5 treatments spaced a few weeks apart for best results.IPL Treats More Than Just Sun Damage
Because of the way IPL works, it actually improves more than just sun damage. It also stimulates collagen production, improves skin texture, and can even reduce visible capillaries and rosacea. It’s total skin rejuvenation in one type of treatment. Are you ready to reverse sun damage and get the glowing skin you’ve always wanted? Schedule an appointment with us today to discuss IPL!Categorised in: IPL