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IPL photofacial: understanding your options

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General information to support your consultation.

A guide to Lumenis M22 IPL for uneven skin tone, pigmentation, and certain types of redness.

What IPL is designed to address

Sun spots and visible redness can affect how even your complexion looks. IPL, or intense pulsed light, may be considered for suitable pigmentation and small visible vessels. Your specialist will first assess the areas you would like to address.

At One Beauty Space, IPL is offered on the Lumenis M22 platform. Unlike a laser, it uses a broad range of light. Different protocols address different concerns, so the right approach depends on your skin rather than the device name alone.

Why the applicator matters

The M22 IPL applicator uses selectable filters and contact cooling. Your specialist selects the settings and protection for your treatment based on your skin and the concern being treated.

ResurFX is a separate non-ablative fractional laser on the same platform. It is used for texture-focused treatment. Sharing a machine does not mean IPL and ResurFX have the same purpose, sensations, recovery, or suitability.

What to discuss before treatment

Tell your specialist about recent sun exposure, medications, your skin care routine, and previous light-based procedures. These details help establish whether IPL is appropriate now or whether another approach or further assessment would be more suitable.

Discuss preparation, possible reactions, recovery, and sun protection before scheduling around an event. The degree of improvement and number of sessions vary. Your plan should explain what will be assessed and when to contact the clinic with concerns.

Review the appointment details

See the linked treatment page for current options, prices, appointment lengths, and locations. Review the details of your chosen treatment before booking.

A three-visit package includes separate standard-duration appointments. It does not determine the right number or spacing of sessions for your skin. Use your consultation to understand why IPL is being considered and how it fits your wider treatment plan.

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