Photorejuvenation

What is photorejuvenation treatment with IPL?

This treatment is performed using Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) technology. By passing through the epidermis without damaging it, the light generates heat in the dermis and acts on several targets involved in skin quality, making intense pulsed light treatment for skin rejuvenation an effective approach for improving skin appearance.

• Capillaries, to reduce redness and red spots.
• Melanin pigments, to erase brown spots and even out skin tone.
• Fibroblasts, the cells responsible for producing natural collagen, are stimulated, while existing collagen is tightened, helping to firm the skin.
  

This treatment may not be suitable for certain darker or recently tanned skin tones and must be assessed during consultation.

When to consider a photorejuvenation treatment?

The general appearance of aging skin is largely due to cumulative sun exposure. UV rays damage collagen and elastin, leading to loss of thickness, firmness, and elasticity. These effects are more pronounced on the face, neck, décolleté, and hands. 

This photorejuvenation treatment with IPL can be used for:

• Hyperpigmentation, skin spots (melasma), age-related brown spots or solar lentigos,
• Skin redness, couperose, or acne,
• Some fine lines
• Loss of elasticity
• Dilated pores
• Dull, lacklustre skin.
• Not suitable for dark, black or tanned skin.

This treatment may not be suitable for certain darker or recently tanned skin tones and must be assessed during consultation.

Les contre-indications du photorajeunissement

Bien que le photorajeunissement par lumière intense pulsée (IPL) soit un traitement non invasif et largement utilisé, certaines contre-indications doivent être respectées afin d’assurer la sécurité et l’efficacité du soin. Une évaluation préalable est essentielle avant d’envisager ce traitement.

Le photorajeunissement ne peut pas être réalisé sur une peau bronzée, récemment exposée au soleil ou aux UV artificiels. La présence de bronzage augmente considérablement le risque de brûlures et de troubles pigmentaires.

Par mesure de précaution, le traitement est déconseillé chez les femmes enceintes ou allaitantes. Il est également contre-indiqué en cas de prise de médicaments photosensibilisants ou de traitement récent à l’isotrétinoïne.

Les infections cutanées actives, les lésions inflammatoires ou toute lésion suspecte sur la zone à traiter nécessitent un report du traitement et, dans certains cas, un avis médical préalable.

Les phototypes très foncés requièrent une évaluation spécifique, car la peau réagit différemment à la lumière pulsée. De même, certaines maladies liées au collagène peuvent constituer une contre-indication relative. Une consultation permet d’adapter le protocole ou de proposer une alternative si nécessaire.

This treatment may not be suitable for certain darker or recently tanned skin tones and must be assessed during consultation.

The procedure in practice at our clinic

Before the procedure, a professional conducts a consultation to review medical history and rule out contraindications. The skin is examined to determine phototype. Before starting the Photorejuvenation treatment with IPL, moles and tattoos are protected, and the device is adjusted according to skin type and imperfections. Protective eyewear is provided, a cooling gel is applied, and light pulses are delivered evenly across the treatment area.

This treatment may not be suitable for certain darker or recently tanned skin tones and must be assessed during consultation.

The benefits of Photorejuvenation

This treatment offers effective results without significant downtime. It rejuvenates the face, neck, décolleté, and hands without pain, prolonged redness, or bandages. IPL photorejuvenation for brown spots and redness is widely used in facial rejuvenation programs and combines well with other aesthetic treatments.

Pre- and Post-Treatment Guidelines

BEFORE: No cream or make-up should be applied. DURING: The treatment lasts 30 minutes. During the treatment, the sensation caused by the light pulses is generally mild, depending on the areas treated and on the individual. They are similar to that of a light elastic band on the skin.
AFTER: Redness appears immediately after the session, but disappears within a few hours. Treated brown spots will become darker, especially after the first session, for a few days. Occasionally, a very fine crust may form right on the site of the brown spots. This will disappear in 5 to 6 days.
FOLLOW-UP: You can resume your activities as soon as the treatment is over. If you feel a tingling sensation after the treatment, we recommend that you apply a skin-repair cream.
Sun protection must be applied after the treatment.

This treatment may not be suitable for certain darker or recently tanned skin tones and must be assessed during consultation.

Expected results 

Initial improvements are visible a few weeks after the first session. The number of sessions and treatment intervals varies depending on individual skin needs. Results are natural and progressive, with brighter skin, reduced redness, and faded pigmentation. These outcomes are commonly sought by individuals opting for Photorejuvenation in Montreal. Maintenance sessions may be required over time to help prolong results.