About This Treatment
Recommended for Acne Prone Skin Types
Duration: 30 mins
This treatment is designed to harness the advanced light technology from IPL to target stubborn acne and blemishes while leaving healthy skin cells untouched.
- Your skin will be thoroughly cleansed
- IPL treatment is performed over the entire face and neck
- Finishing products are applied including a serum, oil, and moisturizer selected for your skin type
Please note that treatments do not include traditional facial components such as extractions, massage, and masks. A test patch is required before your first IPL service.
Locations Offering this Service
- Eglinton
- Yorkville
- Oshawa
- Waterloo
- Richmond Hill
- King West
- Oakville Mississauga
Pre-Treatment Care
Ensure you stop using any Retinol, BHA's and AHA's for 7 days before your appointment
You will be required to fill out all necessary IPL consent forms before your first service
Review list of contraindications to ensure you're a candidate for this treatment:
General Contraindications:
Ø Exposure to sun or artificial tanning during the last 3 – 4 weeks
Ø Diabetes
Ø Pregnancy
Ø Diseases which may be stimulated by light.
Ø Cancer; in particular skin cancer
Ø Epilepsy
Ø Use of photosensitive medication and herbs.
Ø Active infection of Herpes Simplex in the treatment area
Ø History of Keloid scarring
Ø Fragile and dry skin
Ø Hormonal disorders, unless under control
Ø Use of anticoagulants
Ø History of bleeding coagulapathies
Ø Active skin diseases in the intended area (psoriasis)
Ø Clients under 14 years of age
Post-Treatment Care
It’s normal for your skin to experience the following after your treatment:
- Redness
- Light irritation or soreness
Your esthetician will recommend the best option for you to take home following your service. These can include:
- Super Hydrating Face + Neck Mask
- Hyaluronic Addict
- Calming Cucumber Mask
How to Maintain Your Results
1. Follow your esthetician’s home care recommendations. Most home care will include a cleanser, serum, oil and moisturizer
2. Maintain your skincare routine in between facial treatments
Learn More about our 4-Step Routine: 4 Steps to Beautiful Skin