IPL Photofacials

IPL Photofacials – Grand Rapids

At SpaMedica GR in Grand Rapids we use the state-of-the-art CynoSure Icon Laser for IPL Photofacial treatments to give you the best possible results.

IPL is a safe, non-invasive laser treatment used to address skin color and texture irregularities. The Icon uses advanced light-based technology to target sun spots, redness, broken capillaries, brown spots and skin aging to give your skin a smoother, more youthful and revitalized appearance. IPL photofacial treatments are safe for most skin types and can be used on the: face, neck, chest, hands, arms and legs.

To book a PhotoFacial in our Grand Rapids med spa, call SpaMedica GR: (616) 888-3890

IPL Photofacials
Grand Rapids

At SpaMedica GR in Grand Rapids we use the state-of-the-art CynoSure Icon Laser for IPL Photofacial treatments to give you the best possible results.

IPL is a safe, non-invasive treatment used to address skin color and texture irregularities. The Icon uses advanced light-based technology to target sun spots, redness, broken capillaries, brown spots and skin aging to give your skin a smoother, more youthful and revitalized appearance. IPL photofacial treatments are safe for most skin types and can be used on the: face, neck, chest, hands, arms and legs.

To book an IPL PhotoFacial in our luxurious Grand Rapids med spa, call SpaMedica GR today:
(616) 888-3890

How IPL PhotoFacial Works

IPL treatments with the Icon laser use multiple wavelengths of light that are selected for you based on your skin type so that the light energy is only absorbed by the targeted cell type for the condition being treated, such as melanin for brown spots. The Icon laser uses the Skintel Melanin Reader to provide detailed information about your skin so that we can provide you with the best possible cosmetic treatment for your condition in a safe and effective manner. The Icon Skintel helps us to help you safely achieve your cosmetic goals in our luxurious Grand Rapids med spa.

Skin care products by themselves can be helpful in treating sun damaged skin, but for most people they are are not sufficiently effective. IPL Photofacial may be the perfect solution for you, in combination with a selection of skin care products that are tailored to provide you with the best possible chance of achieving your cosmetic goals.

Preparing for IPL Photofacial

Achieving your cosmetic goals starts with your consultation at SpaMedica GR in Grand Rapids. During your initial consultation at SpaMedical GR you will share your aesthetic goals for your areas of concern. Your evaluation will include a 3D skin analysis using our state-of-the-art Visia Skin Analysis System. A personalized treatment plan will be formulated for you with your personal cosmetic goals in mind.

To best achieve your personal cosmetic goals several things are required prior to your IPL PhotoFacial:

Give us a complete listing of all of your medications that you have taken over past 4 weeks
Tell us about any injections of neuromodulators (such as Botox) within the past 2 weeks
Tell us about any injectable dermal fillers (such as Juvederm) in the past 2 weeks
Stop using Retin-A, Retinol or Hydroquinone for 14 days before and after your Photofacial
Avoid sun exposure 2-4 weeks prior to treatment, 4 weeks after treatment, and during the entire course of your IPL treatments
After your treatments use SPF 45 or greater sunblock. We recommend the Epionce line of sunblock, which are available at our Grand Rapids med spa.

IPL Photofacial Procedure

Your treatments will occur in our SpaMedica GR med spa in Grand Rapids, MI, in a comfortable relaxing setting. It is important that when you come in for your treatments that you have all makeup, moisturizers and perfumes removed from the area that you will be having treated. You should plan on being at our office for approximately one hour with actual treatment requiring approximately 30 minutes. If you require the use of anesthetic cream prior to your treatment, this will be discussed with you at your consultation and a prescription will be provided to you prior to your treatment date.

You should expect that you will have a mild sunburn like feeling after your treatment with mild redness, this will subside within a couple of hours. It is recommended that you not apply makeup for 24 hours after treatment, but if you need to you may apply makeup after 3-4 hours, please discuss this with your medical assistant at the time of your treatment. You should expect that pigmented spots (such as brown spots) will darken after your treatment and will be more noticeable, this is normal. Your brown spots will form a light scale (coffee ground appearance) and will gradually flake off over time (typically over 2 weeks), it is very important that you do not scrub or pick off this scaling skin – it needs to fall off without assistance. After your IPL/Photofacial we recommend you use a gentle skin cleanser and moisturizer, we recommend the Epionce line of gentle cleansers and moisturizers. Please talk with your medical assistant, she will be happy to assist you in selecting the product that is right for you after your treatments.

Post IPL/Photofacial Care

As mentioned above, after your treatments you should expect that you may have a mild sun burn like feeling after your treatment with mild redness, this will subside within a couple of hours. You may apply a cool compress or ice in proactive cloth to the treated area each hour for up to 10 minutes at a time over the first 4 hours as needed, do not apply ice directly to your skin. Mild swelling and bruising are infrequent occurrences and are temporary.

You need to avoid sun exposure for 4 weeks after IPL treatments and during the entire course of your IPL treatments. SPF 45 or greater sunblock needs to be used on all treated areas when you are outdoors and we recommend you wear a brimmed hat to better protect your face. You should not have any exfoliating treatments for 2 weeks or until all scaling skin has fallen off after your IPL treatments.

We recommend that Microdermabrasion with Dermalinfusion be done 2-3 weeks after your IPL treatments. This will help to restore the hydration to your skin and will help to improve your cosmetic results.

Conditions IPL Photofacial Treats:

Sun damage
Skin texture
Pore size
Redness and rosacea
Broken capillaries
Age spots & brown spots
Sun-induced freckles

SpaMedica GR – Grand Rapids Med Spa
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Achieving your cosmetic goals and giving you the best possible results is our passion at SpaMedica GR in Grand Rapids, MI. We offer a variety of aesthetic treatment options to help you to achieve your cosmetic goals. At SpaMedica GR it’s All About You! We are here to help you make your skin look healthy and beautiful. Call us today to book an appointment for Laser Hair Removal, Injectables, Microdermabrasion with Dermalinfusion, Skin Resurfacing & Tightening, Photofacials, Microneedling, Fat Loss, or any other treatment we offer in our Grand Rapids Med Spa. We are here to help with your aesthetic concerns and will be happy to work with you to give you a natural, youthful look with skin that you will feel great about.

CALL: (616) 888- 3890

SpaMedica GR

Grand Rapids Med Spa

APPOINTMENT REQUEST

CALL: (616) 888- 3890

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SpaMedica GR is Grand Rapids’ newest full service med spa, equipped with the latest laser and skincare medical equipment for your skincare needs. We offer state of the art Icon laser that can treat a variety of aesthetic issues including wrinkles, sun damage, age spots, skin tone and texture, stretch marks, scar revision, and laser hair removal. We also offer non-invasive fat loss treatments, electrolysis, facials, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion in our Grand Rapids med spa.

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