Erase sun damage & reduce redness.
Erase years of sun damage and redness with IPL photofacial - a powerful light-based treatment that targets pigmentation and broken capillaries with little to no downtime. One session addresses multiple skin concerns simultaneously, revealing the clear, radiant complexion hiding beneath years of damage.
What Is IPL Photofacial?
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) photofacial is a non-invasive light-based treatment that targets and eliminates sun damage, age spots, redness, broken capillaries, and uneven skin tone. Unlike lasers that use single wavelength, IPL uses broad spectrum light that can be filtered to target specific concerns - making it incredibly versatile for treating multiple skin issues in one session. The light energy is absorbed by pigmented cells and blood vessels, destroying them while leaving surrounding tissue unharmed.
IPL photofacial treats sun damage, brown spots, age spots, freckles, rosacea, facial redness, broken capillaries, spider veins, and overall uneven tone. Most patients see dramatic improvement after just one treatment, with progressive enhancement over series of 3-4 sessions. Often called "photo rejuvenation," IPL doesn't just correct current damage - it stimulates collagen production for overall skin quality improvement.
At Divinity Med Spa, we've served Spring Hill since 2015 as Hernando County's most trusted medical spa. Our providers are expertly trained in IPL technology and understand how to customize settings for your unique skin type and concerns.
Why Choose IPL Photofacial?
Treats Multiple Concerns
One treatment addresses sun damage, brown spots, redness, broken capillaries, and uneven tone simultaneously.
Minimal Downtime Required
Resume normal activities immediately, with the exception of spending time in the sun. Temporary darkening of spots that flake off within 7-10 days. Most return to work same day.
Proven Safe & Effective
Decades of safety data with millions of treatments performed worldwide. FDA-cleared for multiple skin concerns with consistent results.
Dramatic, Progressive Results
See improvement after first treatment with continued enhancement over 3-4 sessions. Younger, clearer, more even-toned skin.
What Can IPL Photofacial Treat?
Eliminate sun damage, erase brown spots, calm redness, and reveal the clear, radiant skin you deserve.
Hyperpigmentation
IPL targets melanin in brown spots, age spots, sun damage, and freckles. Light energy heats pigmented cells, causing them to darken and flake off over 7-10 days. Reveals clearer, more even-toned skin beneath. Dramatic improvement in sun-damaged skin on face, hands, chest, and décolletage. Years of damage erased in single session.
IPL targets hemoglobin in blood vessels, treating facial redness, rosacea, broken capillaries, spider veins, and overall ruddiness. Light energy collapses unwanted vessels which are absorbed by body over weeks. Creates calm, even-toned complexion. Life-changing for rosacea sufferers who've struggled with persistent redness.
IPL improves overall skin tone, reduces blotchiness, and creates more uniform complexion. Stimulates collagen production for improved texture and radiance. Creates "lit from within" glow. Perfect for those whose skin looks dull, mottled, or uneven despite good skincare. Comprehensive rejuvenation in single treatment.
Chest & Neck Redness
Poikiloderma — red-brown discoloration on chest and neck from sun damage — responds exceptionally well to IPL. Eliminates both redness and brown pigmentation simultaneously. Transforms crepey, discolored chest into smooth, even-toned décolletage. Popular treatment for women frustrated by aging neck and chest.
Face, Neck, Chest, Hands
IPL isn't limited to face. Treat neck, chest (décolletage), hands, arms, legs — anywhere with sun damage or pigmentation. Popular "full photofacial" treats face, neck, and chest in single session. Hands particularly responsive, erasing years of sun damage and age spots. Comprehensive rejuvenation head to toe.
How IPL Photofacial Works
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The Technology
IPL delivers intense pulses of broad-spectrum light that penetrate skin and are absorbed by specific chromophores (colored structures): melanin (brown pigment) and hemoglobin (red blood in vessels).
Different filters allow targeting specific concerns while protecting surrounding tissue.
For Brown Spots
Light targets melanin in pigmented lesions.
Energy heats and fragments pigment, causing spots to darken temporarily (looks like coffee grounds) then flake off over 7-10 days as skin naturally exfoliates. Reveals clear skin beneath.
For Redness
Light targets hemoglobin in blood vessels. Energy heats vessel walls causing them to collapse and seal shut.
Body reabsorbs damaged vessels over 2-4 weeks, reducing redness and broken capillaries. Creates calm, even complexion.
The Treatment Experience
After cleansing and applying cooling gel, IPL handpiece delivers quick pulses across treatment area. Each pulse feels like rubber band snap with flash of light.
Face takes 15-20 minutes. Immediately after, skin is pink/red (like sunburn) with darker spots visible. Redness resolves within hours; darkened spots flake off over week.
BEFORE & AFTERS
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does IPL hurt?
Most describe sensation as quick rubber band snaps with each pulse. Tolerable for most without numbing.
Cool gel and cooling tip provide comfort during treatment. Face takes 15-20 minutes. Discomfort is brief with each pulse.
Will my brown spots come back?
Treated spots are eliminated permanently. However, new sun damage can develop with continued sun exposure.
Daily SPF 50+ and sun protection essential. Maintenance treatments every 6-12 months keep skin clear and prevent new damage.
How many treatments do I need?
Most see excellent results with 3-4 treatments spaced 3-4 weeks apart. Mild concerns may only need 1-2 treatments. Severe sun damage may need 4-6 treatments.
Maintenance treatments every 6-12 months preserve results and prevent new damage.
Can IPL treat my rosacea?
Yes! IPL is one of most effective treatments for rosacea.
Reduces baseline redness, broken capillaries, and flushing. Most rosacea patients see significant improvement.
Typically requires 3-4 treatments with maintenance every 6-12 months. Not a cure but dramatically improves symptoms.
When will I see results?
Brown spots darken immediately (within hours) then flake off over 7-10 days revealing clearer skin.
Redness improves gradually over 2-4 weeks as vessels are reabsorbed. Full results visible after complete treatment series. Progressive improvement with each session.
Can I combine IPL with other treatments?
Yes! IPL combines beautifully with Moxi laser (targets texture while IPL targets pigment/redness), chemical peels, microneedling, and skincare treatments.
What's the downtime?
Minimal. Face is pink/red immediately after (like sunburn), resolves in few hours.
Brown spots darken and may look worse before better for 3-7 days as they surface and flake off. Can wear makeup next day.
Most return to work same day. Avoid sun exposure during healing.
Will IPL remove all my sun damage?
IPL dramatically improves sun damage but may not eliminate 100% with one treatment. Most see 50-70% improvement per session.
Cumulative improvement over 3-4 treatments typically achieves 80-95% clearance of visible pigmentation. Remaining spots may need targeted treatment.
How is IPL different from laser?
IPL uses broad-spectrum light (multiple wavelengths), lasers use single wavelength. IPL more versatile - can treat multiple concerns simultaneously. Lasers more precise for specific targets.
Both effective; choice depends on concerns and skin type.
What's the difference between IPL and BBL?
BBL (BroadBand Light) is advanced IPL technology.
Same concept (broad-spectrum light) but BBL is next-generation with better results, faster treatment, enhanced comfort. Some practices use terms interchangeably.
Can IPL help with melasma?
IPL can improve melasma but requires extreme caution. Aggressive treatment can worsen melasma. Conservative approach with proper pre/post-care and sun protection essential.
Chemical peels or other treatments may be better primary option for melasma, with IPL as secondary treatment.
Why do spots get darker before better?
This is normal and expected! IPL fragments melanin, causing it to rise to surface where it's visible as darker "coffee ground" appearance.
This is actually sign treatment worked. Spots flake off naturally over 7-10 days. Don't pick or scratch - let them exfoliate naturally.
Medical Excellence You Can Trust
All treatments are overseen by our board-certified plastic surgeon
Our carefully assembled team of medical professionals brings together decades of combined experience in aesthetic medicine, reconstructive procedures, and advanced skincare treatments.
Each member of our clinical staff has been selected for their exceptional credentials, specialized training, and unwavering commitment to patient safety. From our board-certified plastic surgeon who oversees all medical procedures to our licensed aesthetic nurses and certified injectors, every provider maintains the highest standards of care and continues their education in the latest techniques and technologies.
Our team approach ensures that every patient receives comprehensive care tailored to their unique goals. Whether you're seeking minimally invasive treatments or more advanced procedures, you can trust that our qualified professionals work collaboratively to deliver natural-looking results with your safety and satisfaction as our top priority.
Reveal Your Clearest, Most Radiant Skin
Serving Spring Hill since 2015 - Hernando County's most trusted medical spa.