Photorejuvenation
Photorejuvenation uses light energy from a laser & laser-like device called an Intense Pulse Light (IPL) to improve:
- Brown spots caused by the sun, aging and genetics
- Blotchy redness
- Broken blood vessels
Photorejuvenation, which is sometimes referred to as a “Photofacial”, also improves texture by stimulating collagen production in the skin. This makes pores appear smaller and fine lines less noticeable. Four to five treatments are spaced 3-4 weeks apart to achieve the best results. Our patients love the way photorejuvenation treatments make their skin look and feel, tight, refreshed and even toned.
The entire face is treated in approximately 20 minutes. The neck, chest, arms and hands may also be treated safely and effectively. Ashburn Medical Spa uses the StarLux 500 laser and intense pulsed light system for treating skin rejuvenation. No anesthetic cream is necessary during a photorejuvenation procedure.
Temporary redness and darkening of freckles and brown spots after each treatment are expected. Occasionally, slight swelling occurs under the eyes. More serious side effects are rare, but most can be avoided by proper sun avoidance before and after the procedure. Possible adverse effects include discoloration (lightening or darkening), prolonged redness, bruising, swelling and although extremely rare, blistering or scarring.
The best way to maintain results is to protect the skin from sun and use medical grade products in your home skin care program and Colorescience Sunforgettable Sunscreen. Those who suffer from rosacea may need to use topical or oral medicines to prevent the return of blood vessels that cause the excessive redness. After the inital series of treatments, one or two photorejuvenation treatments per year are helpful to keep brown spots, blood vessels and fine lines at bay. Frequency of maintenance treatments largely depends on sun exposure.
Before photorejuvenation
After 4 photorejuvenation treatments