what is ipl

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy is a cosmetic procedure that uses light energy to target a certain color in your skin to improve its texture and color without surgery. IPL can undo some of the visible damage caused by sun exposure, called photoaging, and can treat a range of skin conditions at the same time. IPL therapy treats a range of skin pigment and blood vessel issues on areas such as your face, hands, neck, and chest. IPL can help if you have red, brown, or splotchy skin because of a health condition. IPL treatments are used to remove age spots, sun damage, freckles, birthmarks, varicose veins, wrinkles, rosacea, and unwanted body hair. IPL treatments are safe and rapid with minimal discomfort and downtime. IPL is a low-risk, non-invasive way to correct skin or vein issues. IPL is performed by a board-certified dermatologist. Prior to an IPL treatment, it is recommended that patients avoid direct sunlight, tanning beds, waxing, and drugs that increase the risk of bleeding.