IPL treatment helps tighten skin and reduce wrinkles
IPL stands for Intense Pulsed Light. It is a popular form of skin rejuvenation therapy that can help tackle many skin-related concerns, including by tightening lax skin and reducing the appearance of wrinkles.
As we age, our skin naturally and unfortunately loses elasticity. As skin becomes more lax, it becomes much easier for lines and wrinkles to form. These are some of the most common signs of aging. Not surprisingly, many people are unhappy to experience them and would like to do anything possible to reverse this obvious sign of aging. Fortunately, there are a range of treatments that can help one achieve this. One such treatment is IPL treatment.
How does IPL treatment work to improve skin?
IPL treatment is completely non-invasive and virtually painless as it only creates a small amount of heat. It is not a laser. The device uses high-intensity light energy which is focused on the skin and absorbed by it to create a therapeutic effect. Unlike ultraviolet light, which damages skin cells and degrades collagen, the energy from IPL works deep within the skin to stimulate the production of collagen, which typically slows down with advancing age, while it regenerates the skin cells in the dermis. Each session usually lasts less than an hour, and there is no downtime, meaning that you can get back to your usual activities right away following your treatment. IPL treatment is safe to be used on both the face and body.
Areas of the body that can be treated with IPL treatment include:
• Facial lines and wrinkles
• Loose, sagging jowls
• Sagging neck skin
• Deep lines running from nose to mouth
• General dull, lacklustre facial skin
Results from IPL treatment
The results of IPL treatment for skin tightening and wrinkle reduction are not immediate. It takes a number of months for new collagen to form, strengthening and tightening the skin so that it appears smoother, firmer and more youthful. Initial results are almost instant, as you may notice that your skin immediately looked brighter and fresher. These results will only continue to improve as collagen production increases and skin cells repair themselves. Optimal results can usually be seen between 8 and 12 weeks following treatment.
A huge benefit of IPL treatment is that the results are long lasting. In most cases, you can expect to be able to maintain the results of your treatment for between 12 and 24 months, depending on the nature of your own skin, skincare regime and how well you protect your skin from the harmful effects of UV light. Further treatments may be necessary in the future, and topical medications can be of assistance as well in maintaining the games you achieve from IPL treatments.
If you are experiencing wrinkles, lax, loose skin and other premature signs of aging and you would like your skin’s appearance rejuvenated, IPL treatment could be the treatment you have been looking for. Contact our team at Acuity Laser Eye and Vision Center to discuss your options for treatment or have a consultation with Dr. Vale and his staff.