WHAT MAKES LUMECCA IPL DIFFERENT?
Lumecca distinguishes itself from other treatments and IPL treatments because it attracts pigment much more effectively but requires less energy. What that means is less discomfort and downtime, and a lower risk of possible damage to the skin.
Lumecca treatments are faster than other IPL devices, requiring only two treatments instead of the typical five or six.
And the results last longer, meaning you can enjoy your smooth, clear, refreshed skin longer term.
WHAT CAN LUMECCA IPL TREAT?
Lumecca IPL treatments can improve a wide range of skin concerns, including the following:
- Freckles
- Vascular lesions
- Sun damage
- Age spots
- Hyperpigmentation
- Rosacea
- Capillaries
- Broken blood vessels on the face
- Acne scars
How Does Lumecca Work?
IPL, or Intense Pulsed Light is used in a handheld device that penetrates selectively deep into the layers of pigmented skin. The spots, lesions or other pigmentation irregularities absorb the light, and this destroys them. The skin is left smooth, the texture evened out, acne is reduced, and rosacea and other irregularities are resolved.
What happens during the Lumecca IPL treatment?
We will start by applying a cold gel to your face and providing you with protective eyewear. We will pass the Lumecca handheld device over your skin, which applies wavelengths of IPL into the deeper layers of your skin.
When the pigmented cells absorb the light, they are destroyed and broken into tiny particles, which the body can then flush away naturally. The IPL is absorbed into the pigmented areas, leaving the surrounding skin free from damage.
Most patients do not find the treatment to be painful, and describe the light flashes as feeling like a tiny rubber band snap on the skin. Treatment time is about 20 minutes.
HOW LONG DO RESULTS LAST?
Most patients need a Lumecca IPL maintenance treatment every 6-12 months after their initial treatment course.
HOW MANY LUMECCA SESSIONS WILL I NEED?
Lumecca requires less treatments than other IPL devices. However, some patients still need multiple treatments to achieve the most ideal results.
HOW OFTEN CAN LUMECCA IPL TREATMENTS BE DONE?
Lumecca treatments can be repeated every 3-4 weeks.
HOW LONG IS A LUMECCA TREATMENT?
About 20 minutes.
HOW SOON CAN I WEAR MAKEUP AFTER MY TREATMENT?
Usually by the next day, once any redness or swelling has dissipated.
Pre and Post Procedure Instructions
Pre Treatment:
● Avoid sun exposure for 3 to 4 weeks prior to treatment, or use at least an spf 30 or higher (making sure to reapply every 2 hours when in the sun).
● Do not apply self tanners or spray tans for 3 to 4 weeks before treatment.
● Avoid the use any retinol, retinol products, salicylic products, or exfoliation products 2 to 3 days prior treatment.
● Notify the provider if you have any cosmetic tattooing on or near the area to be treated.
● If possible, please come to your appointment with the treatment area clean and without make-up or any cosmetic products.
Post Treatment Instructions:
● A mild sunburn-like sensation is expected. This usually lasts 2-24 hours but can persist up to 72 hours or more. Mild swelling and/or redness may accompany this, but it usually resolves in 2-3 days. Over-the- counter 100% aloe vera gel may ease redness or inflammation.
● Your brown and red spots will get darker for the first several days (up to 7) and then start to slough off. This is normal and desired.
● Minor crusting, peppering and/or peeling of the skin is a common side effect of this treatment. DO NOT pick at the treated areas , instead allow the peppering to shed naturally. In rare cases blistering may occur.
● Apply cold compresses or cold pack to the treated areas for 10-15 minutes every hour for the next few hours, only if needed (ie. very warm or painful like a sunburn).
● Keep the area clean. Wash gently and avoid aggressive scrubbing or use of exfoliants, scrub brushes (clarisonic), and loofa sponges until the sensitivity and colored of the treated area has returned to normal and the peppering has resolved.
● Avoid any direct sun exposure, including sunlamps and tanning beds, for 3 weeks after treatment.
● Please also protect the treated areas with a full spectrum sun block of 30 SPF or higher, used regularly between treatments and after the treatment course is completed.
● Most people require 2 to 5 treatment sessions over the next 3 to 4 weeks.
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