IPL Photorejuvenation

IPL Photorejuvenation, also known as a photo facial, is a highly effective treatment that revitalizes your skin by targeting sun damage, pigmentation, redness, and uneven tone. At Halcyon Cosmetic & Skin Clinic, we customize each session to address your unique concerns, leaving your skin brighter and more youthful. Results improve gradually over time, and with multiple treatments, you’ll enjoy smoother, clearer skin that continues to look healthier with each session.

We proudly serve clients from Port Moody, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and the surrounding areas.

Benefits

Quick, Non-Invasive Treatment
Reduces Pigmentation and Sun Damage
Improves Skin Tone & Texture
Minimizes the Appearance of Fine Lines & Wrinkles
Reduces Redness & Broken Capillaries

Treats Acne & Reduces Acne Scarring
Stimulates Collagen Production
Enhances Skin Radiance & Clarity
Minimal to No Downtime

How it Works

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) Photorejuvenation uses broad-spectrum light to penetrate the skin, targeting pigment and blood vessels below the surface. The light is absorbed by pigmented cells and vascular lesions, breaking them down and triggering the skin’s natural healing process. Over the following days, pigmentation fades, and the skin becomes clearer and more even-toned. This treatment is ideal for the face, neck, décolleté, and hands. For deeper pigmentation issues like melasma or larger blood vessels, we may recommend specialized treatments such as our Pigmentation Laser or Vascular Laser for optimal results.

Duration

30 – 60 minutes per session.

Sessions

Optimal results with 3 – 5 sessions or more, spaced 4 – 6 weeks apart.

Results

Correction of common skin concern and maintenance of skin health.

Price Range

$395 per treatment. $100ea to add neck or decollete.
Save 15% on packages of 5.

Questions? Call Us!

604-937-2626

Related Treatments

Affordable financing available!

IPL Photo Facial FAQ

What is IPL Photorejuvenation?

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) is a non-invasive skin rejuvenation treatment that utilizes light to improve skin texture, discolouration and redness. It is also known as a photo facial.

What does IPL treat?

IPL addresses multiple skin concerns, including acne, age spots, sun damage, dilated capillaries, and Rosacea.

How does IPL work?

Filters are used to focus specific wavelengths of light, each targeting different cells within the skin. These wavelengths are absorbed by targeted cells, disrupting them in a way that either causes them to shed naturally from the skin’s surface or be removed by the body’s immune system. This process helps to rejuvenate the skin by eliminating damaged and hyperpigmented cells.

Are there any contraindications to having an IPL treatment?

Yes. An IPL treatment should never be done on skin that is tanned – whether naturally, artificially, or with a tanning lotion, as this can result in a burn. IPL should also not be performed on anyone who is taking light sensitizing medications or supplements.

How should I prepare my skin?

While this treatment doesn’t require specific preparation, we recommend optimizing light absorption with professional exfoliation of the skin beforehand. Exfoliation, such as with dermaplaning or a gentle chemical peel, helps remove dead skin cells and vellus hair (peach fuzz), creating a smoother surface that allows the light to penetrate more effectively.

More FAQ

What will I experience during IPL?

During your treatment, safety eyewear will be provided to protect your eyes from the light. A cool gel is applied to your skin to create a smooth surface for the IPL device, allowing the light guide to make optimal contact with your skin. The light guide is a small, rectangular guide on the handpiece that delivers the light pulses to the skin. As the light pulses, you may feel a brief sensation of heat, but it’s usually quick and comfortable.

What should I expect after an IPL treatment?

After your treatment, it’s normal for skin to appear blotchy and pink or reddened, similar to a mild sunburn, which may last for a few hours. Fullness or swelling is also a possible side effect and, although not common, in some cases can last a few days. Occasionally, you might notice brown spots darkening before they flake off, but this is a natural part of the process and not necessarily a sign of effectiveness. For the next 4-6 weeks, your skin will be more sensitive to the sun, so it’s important to avoid direct sun exposure and apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher every day.

Is this treatment customizable?

An IPL treatment is highly customizable to target your specific skin concerns. During your consultation, our medical aesthetician will assess your skin type, tone, and the issues you’d like to address, such as pigmentation, redness, or fine lines. Based on this, the intensity and wavelength of the light will be adjusted to effectively target the desired area. This customization allows the IPL treatment to work efficiently on various skin types and conditions.

How often can I have an IPL treatment?

For the best results, we recommend a series of 5 IPL treatments, spaced 4–6 weeks apart. One treatment alone is unlikely to deliver noticeable results, so it’s not an effective way to evaluate the treatment, and it may not be worth your investment. After completing the initial series, we suggest periodic maintenance treatments to help you maintain your results and keep your skin looking its best.