Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) - Light Assisted Skin Rejuvenation

Regain a youthful and radiant appearance with Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Skin Rejuvenation. Book in for skin rejuvenation solutions at Dr Sknn Wilmslow

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Dr Eddie Shaffu, Medical Lead at Dr Sknn
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Dr Eddie Shaffu, Medical Lead at Dr Sknn
Dr Eddie Shaffu Medical Lead · Dr Sknn
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Due to lifestyle factors and sun damage many people start to suffer from premature ageing which starts from their early thirties. Sun damage can result in lines and wrinkles accompanied with dull, rough skin with enlarged pores, along side mottled skin tone and areas of abnormal pigmentation.

At Dr Sknn we use the Lynton Lumina which is a state-of-the-art Intense Pulsed Light System, which is also used by the NHS and private hospitals across the UK, with specific hand pieces in order to address premature ageing in skin types I-IV by promoting fibroblast activity and subtly restructure collagen within the skin.

In specific this IPL - Light Assisted Skin Rejuvenation treatment is appropriate for people who wish for a more even skin tone and show mild to moderate signs of sun damage and photo-ageing. The benefit of non-invasive skin rejuvenation with intense pulse light is to allow busy people to return to daily activities due to the short treatment down time in addition to quick treatment times. By utilising specific wavelengths and hand pieces the light absorbed in treated areas is converted to heat thus destroying excess melanocytes and telangiectasia allowing for a more even skin tone, additionally a reduction of pore size, improved skin texture, luminosity, fine lines, superficial wrinkles, pigmentary and vascular changes occurs in addition to an improvement in mild to moderate acne and mild acne scarring resulting in a smoother and more youthful complexion.

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Skin Tone

Sun Damage

Photo-Ageing

Fine Lines

Superficial Wrinkles

Pigmentation

Vascular Changes

Pore Size

Skin Texture

Skin Smoothness

Complexion

At Dr Sknn we combine the utilisation of IPL - light assisted skin rejuvenation with our ability to provide a patient centered personalised tailor-made skincare regime that has a possible combination of 57 possible concentrations and 1159 possible combinations that have been dermatologically tested and are evidence based and contain no preservatives to improve premature ageing even further.

Minimal Downtime
Skin Types I - IV
Total Rejuvenation
Non-Surgical
Skin Type I - IV
Grade 1 to 3 Acne Treatment
Promotes Collagen Formation
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How Does IPL - Light Assisted Skin Rejuvenation work?
At Dr Sknn by using IPL we utilise light energy which target absorption peaks in haemoglobin and oxy-haemoglobin. The light is absorbed in areas of high vascularity or melanin concentration which is converted to heat destroying excess melanocytes and telangiectasia. Furthermore the treatment causes the skin to heat up and causes very mild, reversible thermal damage to the epidermis, the skin starts to repair itself by increasing the rate of collagen and elastic production deep within the dermis thus increasing the skin’s elasticity and strength.
What should I expect after the Treatment?
Post treatment the area will be cooled and a Soothe Serum will be applied to further cool the area, provide antibacterial effects reduce irritation while stimulating cell regeneration for faster recovery, you should use sun-block and avoid any sun exposure on the treated area for 2 weeks in addition to avoiding perfumed protects, hot baths, hot environments such as saunas, steam rooms for 48 hours. Results are not immediately visible. Following treatment, the damaged lesions turn darker and may crust, over the following weeks they will gradually flake away from the skin leaving little trace of the original lesion.
How can I maintain my results?
First and foremost the avoidance of lifestyle factors and sun exposure in addition to using sun protection factor will prolong the results and reduce further age and sun related ageing. By utilising skin care regimes – by performing a skin analysis at Dr Sknn we are able to provide you with a patient-centered personalised tailor-made skincare regime that has a possible combinations of 57 possible concentrations and 1159 possible combinations to maintain results Maintenance IPL - Light Assisted Skin Rejuvenation is dependent on which wavelength has been targeted however it is advisable IPL maintenance occurs every 1 to 3 month.
Are there any Side Effects with IPL?
For age related vascular lesions: post treatment the skin may become red or have a grey colour while the lesion may become darkened, white or disappear, the treated area may feel warm for a few hours. However prior to treatment an outline of all potential side effect and possible complications will be provided.
Who is unsuitable for the treatment?
Some of the contraindications are listed below. Please note that during the consultation we will assess suitability for the treatment Individuals with a Sun tan (up to 4 weeks followingexposure) or use of sun beds (up to 4 weeks following exposure) or fake tan(minimum of 10 days delay) or any other tanning products (minimum of 10 daysdelay) Individuals with Cancer, including any history of malignantmelanoma.
Who is suitable for the treatment?
Suitability is dependent on multiple factors however in general most people, men and women, are suitable for treatment, prior to treatment a consultation will be performed to assess suitability.
How does the Treatment feel?
Generally the sensations vary however it is described as a quick hot pin prick, as the treatment is mildly uncomfortable there is no need for anaesthesia.
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