IPL photofacial for sun damage and redness
Intense pulsed light reaches into the dermis to break up pigment and calm vascular redness, while prompting collagen. Age spots, sun damage, broken capillaries, and uneven tone clear progressively as your body carries the pigment away.
• 30–45 minutes • Minimal downtime • Best in a series of three
Before
After
IPL photofacial for sun damage. Manufacturer clinical photography. Individual results vary.
Quick Facts
One thing to plan around: treated spots darken before they clear.
How IPL photofacial works
IPL uses multiple wavelengths of light rather than a single laser beam. The light is absorbed by pigment and by the small vessels that cause redness, breaking them up so your body can clear them naturally. The surface of the skin is left intact.
We recommend three treatments four weeks apart. Sun damage, broken capillaries, and uneven tone clear progressively, and skin looks brighter after each session.
- Fades sun damage, brown spots, and discoloration
- Reduces redness, broken capillaries, and rosacea
- Improves clarity and boosts collagen
- Non-invasive, with minimal downtime
- Best performed as a series for full correction
What to expect afterwards
Pigmented spots darken and look like coffee grounds before they flake away naturally over five to seven days. This is the treatment working, not a reaction — but it is worth planning around events.
- No heat — hot showers, saunas, workouts — for 24 to 48 hours
- No retinols, exfoliants, acids, or vitamin C for 3 to 5 days
- Avoid sun for 1 to 2 weeks and wear mineral SPF 30+ daily
- Do not pick or scrub the darkened spots; let them shed
What IPL actually looks like
A cool gel goes on first, then the Limelight handpiece passes across the treatment area in overlapping pulses. Eye shields stay on throughout. Most of a full face is done inside half an hour.
IPL photofacial at our Brookhaven clinic.
What the visit looks like
Start to finish, including the aftercare that protects your result.
Prep
- We cleanse the skin thoroughly
- You wear eye protection throughout
Treatment
- IPL pulses pass across the treatment area
- Around 30 minutes, depending on the size of the area
- A gentle warming sensation with each pulse
Aftercare
- Gentle cleanser and a calming, hydrating moisturiser
- Mineral SPF 30+ every day
- A cool compress for any lingering warmth
- A HydraFacial after 7 to 10 days is a good follow-up
What you’ll feel: slight stinging and warmth. It is generally well tolerated, and some people find it therapeutic.
Sessions and packages
Results build across a series, so most people book the course.
| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| IPL photofacial — single session ($50 deposit) | $300.00 |
| IPL photofacial, course of three — expires 182 days from purchase | $750.00 |
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“My skin looked instantly brighter and more even after just one session.”
A.L. · Atlanta
“Zero downtime, zero hassle, and my age spots faded beautifully.”
M.R. · Buckhead
Frequently asked questions
Not sure whether IPL or Laser Genesis suits your skin? Call or text (470) 226-2390.
Am I a good candidate for IPL?
IPL works best on Fitzpatrick skin types I through III. Because it targets pigment, a deep tan or a darker skin tone can make it less suitable, and Laser Genesis or RF microneedling may be the better route. Tell us about any history of skin cancer, keloid scarring, open lesions, pregnancy, or current medications including topicals when you book.
What results can I expect?
Red and brown tones even out over time. Across a series the effect builds, peaking around three to six months, as sun damage, age spots, and other pigmentation fade. Medical-grade skincare afterwards helps hold the result.
What is the treatment like?
Cleansing, eye protection, then around 30 minutes of pulsed light. There is a slight stinging sensation, and most people are comfortable throughout.
Is there any downtime?
Very little. Mild redness or warmth may last a few hours. The main thing to plan for is the darkening of treated spots, which flake away within a week.
Ready for your IPL photofacial?
Same-week appointments are usually available at our Brookhaven clinic.