Lumecca Photofacial
Treat uneven skin tones and moderate to severe sun damage with IPL, OR Intense Pulsed Light. We use Lumecca, which is the most powerful IPL available to treat pigmentation, vascular lesions and redness or rosacea. It is not abnormal for patients to notice significant improvements in their complexion even after one treatment. This photothermolysis (heat/light) treatment passes through the skin targeting both brown and red discolorations though specific wavelengths. As an added benefit, Lumecca provides exemplary results in less time than other IPL treatments.
For patients looking to address facial pigmentation, superficial vessels, skin and/ or photodamage, IPL is the optimal solution. IPL Treatments improve skin complexion, reduce skin irregularities, and helps patients look years younger. IPL “photofacial” helps address age spots (red/brown pigmentation), sun damage, vascular lesions (spider veins, port wine stains, leg telangiectasias), rosacea and freckles.
Commonly asked questions about Intense Pulsed Light:
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
In just 1-3 sessions Lumecca improves the appearance of:
• Age spots (red/brown pigmentations)
• Vascular lesions such as facial telangiectasias (spider veins) and poikiloderma
• Rosacea (redness)
• Freckles
• Sun damage
WHAT AREAS CAN BE TREATED?
Lumecca can be used on all areas of the body. The most common areas of treatment are zones that are regularly exposed to the sun. This often includes the face, neck, décolletage, legs, hands and arms.
WHAT STEPS MUST BE TAKEN BEFORE THE PROCEDURE?
Avoid direct, excessive sun exposure or tanning one month prior to treatment.
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT DURING AND AFTER LUMECCA?
During treatment there will be a bright flash of light from the Lumecca that feels like a light elastic sensation. Redness and a slight warming of the skin are normal after treatment and usually subsides within an hour. Over the next 24-48 hours you may see a darkening of pigmented spots; in the week afterwards the pigmented lesions flake off, leading to an evening out of skin tone. After treating vascular lesions you may see the vein blanch and disappear or a color change in the vessel which dissipates after a few days.
HOW MANY SESSIONS ARE REQUIRED?
An improved skin appearance can be noted after the first session. Multiple sessions provide even better results. Treatment regime depends on the severity of skin damage, skin type, type of treatment (vascular vs sun damage) and energy settings.
HOW QUICKLY WILL I SEE RESULTS?
Sun damage and skin complexion results can be seen a few days after the first session. The skin will continue to look younger and more brilliant over time with most visible results after 1-2 weeks. Having multiple photofacial sessions will improve the final result. For vascular treatments such as facial telangiectasias, results can be seen in up to 2 weeks.
ARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS?
Most patients do not experience any side effects and any skin reaction usually resolves within a few hours. Patients may find they are sensitive to sunlight immediately after treatment. It is recommended to avoid direct sunlight and tanning.
Contact Our Lone Tree Plastic Aesthetic Nurse Injectors and Estheticians
If you are considering a Lumecca IPL treatment, please call us at 303.662.8668 or text 303.622.5587 for a complimentary cosmetic consultation. We serve patients in Denver, Lone Tree, and nearby areas of Colorado.
