Benefits of Photo Facials Procedure for Your Skin

There’s something to be said for aging gracefully. But that doesn’t mean you can’t slow down its effects on your skin and appearance. At Beauty Bar Med Spa, photo facials can put some brakes on the aging process. 

Photo Facials bring us the science of beauty. This laser-based technology uses wave lengths of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) to penetrate and repair the deep tissue areas far below the skin’s surface. IPL can be used on your face, hands, neck and chest. Light waves stimulate collagen production, the workhorse protein that gives our bones, muscles and skin their structure. Without this crucial protein, the body’s support structure breaks down, ramping up aging.

IPL treatments are not invasive and with very little downtime, you can quickly resume your daily routines. Treatment is painless but as the light pulses through the skin, some people may experience a gentle stinging sensation. Using an anesthetic cream about an hour or so before the session can reduce any discomfort. Beauty Bar Med Spa encourages you to consult with our licensed aestheticians to discuss the right procedure for you and your unique skin.  

Early comedian W.C. Fields was known by his red nose, a skin condition called rosacea. Symptoms include redness, exterior broken blood vessels and sensitive, dry or scaly skin. According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAM), rosacea, also known as acne rosacea, affects about three million Americans. By targeting the damaged tissues in your skin with lasered light, photo facial treatments repair environmental damage like overexposure to UV rays assaulting your skin and jumpstarting your skin’s aging process.

The dermatological field started using lasered light in the mid-1960’s despite its high commercial operating costs and sporadic reliability. It wasn’t until the 1990’s that laser use developed into a productive tool for removing tattoos and unwanted hair. Eventually, IPL improvements reduced operating costs, turning the technology into a boon to dermatology. 

Photo facial sessions can last between 20 to 90 minutes. The aesthetician cleans the treatment area and covers it with a pleasantly cooled gel. For eye protection, the patient wears specially-treated dark glasses during the session. Most patients see healthier, glowing skin following three to six treatments, leaving a month between each one. After effects are minimal but you might experience a little redness, soreness or even brown spots. Many women feel comfortable enough after their treatments to put on a little makeup. Reduce your exposure to the sun, avoid swimming in pools treated with chlorine and you’ll be fine. 

Photo facials with IPL treatments are one way to cheat the aging process. Our staff at Beauty Bar Med Spa can’t wait to tell you about all the positive benefits of this procedure for your skin. Make an appointment today.