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| IPL / PHOTOFACIAL / BROADLAMP The Unbiased Truth - also known as Light Based Therapy  This is not a LASER treatment. Treatment Protocol: 5 treatments, 10-15 minutes in length, spaced every 3 weeks. Cost: $750-$1500 Indication: Background Redness, Pigmentation (brown spots), large pores, irregular skin texture, small veins and very fine wrinkles Redness: 70 Million Americans have undesirable redness and/or sun damage. Causes: Rosacea, Alcohol, Sun Exposure, genetics Description: Broad light is absorbed by color in structures: brown, red, blue, etc. Rosacea: A common complexion disorder, which causes dilated capillaries which leads to flushing of the cheeks, nose, forehead, neck and chin. Affects 13 Million Americans over the age of 30. Treated by IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) PhotoFacial lasers. Treatment completed in 8-10 minutes. Maximum benefit occurs 3 months later. Adverse Reactions: None reported DownTime: None Pain: No anesthesia required  PhotoFacial is an excellent procedure to improve the findings of Rosacea. There are many types of PhotoFacial or ILP machines. The technology is pretty standard and the results are very similar. Not indicated for: Deep furrows, deep wrinkles, acne scars, sagging skin, skin cancer, moles, veins, seborrheic keratosis, including the genetic ones around the eyes known as dermatosis papulosa nigra. Contraindications: Recently sun-tanned skin, usage of Accutane within 6 months, Active acne cysts, active rosacea Ideal Candidate: Young client with minor damage looking for minor improvement Although there is no downtime and the treatments are quick and almost painless, the results are only minimal. If you want visible results then choose Laser Resurfacing. If you would like minimal improvement with no downtime, this may be the choice for you. |
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