Prior to this treatment you will need to book for an in depth Skin Analysis with one of our Dermal Specialists to determine your suitability, which costs a worthwhile investment of $100 and takes one hour.
If you are concerned about skin pigmentation, such as freckles, sun damage and brown spots, our university qualified Dermal Clinicians specialise in using IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) to treat such skin conditions. The My Genesis Clinic in Canberra has modern equipment, with experienced Dermal Clinicians/Dermal Therapists (Dermal Specialists), who are adept at using non-invasive IPL treatment for skin rejuvenation to improve sun damage, uneven tone or discolouration, redness and pigmentation of the skin while also providing a ‘fresh’ and plump, younger looking skin.
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Intense Pulsed Light, or IPL, treatment uses light to absorb excess melanin (the dark spots on your skin). This light converts to heat, which targets and removes the superficial pigment without disrupting the skin’s surface.
Following treatment the pigment may darken and have the appearance of coffee grounds sprinkled on the skin. Over the coming weeks with the skins natural cell turnover, the pigment will slowly slough off revealing clearer brighter skin.
Immediately following the treatment some redness will be visible and a mild heat or tingling sensation may develop. This will subside within 20 minutes to a few hours. Cooling of the skin may be necessary following your Pulsed Light treatment. An ice pack can be applied intermittently to ease temporary discomfort.
On average, 1-3 treatments are sufficient to achieve desired results, however, additional treatments may be required to further lighten complex pigmentation. After each treatment, visible improvements can be seen within a few days. We recommend spacing appointments 4 weeks apart, to allow the skin to fully recover from a treatment and to appreciate full results.
Before having IPL, you will have to arrange a full body skin cancer check, that will need to be undertaken prior to any treatments.
You will require an initial skin analysis consultation prior to this treatment, which will take approximately one hour with one of our qualified Dermal Specialists, and the charge for this service is a very worthwhile investment of $100.
During your consultation your Dermal Specialist will:
To book your skin analysis consultation please call (02) 6282 1155. For further information, you can also email mygenesis@capsclinic.com.au
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This treatment is best done during the cooler months as sun exposure before and after treatment is not recommended. Learn more about the reasons why your My Genesis booking may need to be postponed.
For an hour or two after the treatment, it will feel a little like sunburn. Ice packs or cool compresses can be used to ease any temporary heat related discomfort.
Post treatment instructions:
After each treatment, visible improvements can be seen within a few days. Following treatment the pigment may darken and have the appearance of coffee grounds sprinkled on the skin. Over the coming weeks with the skins natural cell turnover, the pigment will slowly slough off revealing clearer brighter skin. We recommend spacing appointments 4 weeks apart, to allow the skin to fully recover from a treatment and to appreciate full results. On average, clients return to the clinic once a year for a maintenance treatment.
Any area can be treated however the face, chest, shoulders, arms and hands are the most popular areas for treatment, as over the years they have typically had the most sun exposure. The cost ranges from $150 to $465 depending on the area being treated. Our Canberra Dermal Specialists can develop your treatment plan and discuss costs during your initial consultation.
Prior to this treatment you will need to book for an in depth Skin Analysis with one of our Dermal Specialists to determine your suitability, which costs a worthwhile investment of $100 and takes one hour.
A treatment can take up to an hour depending on the area being treated. Some conditions may require several treatments for an optimal result.
Whilst results may vary, for most patients, improvements may be seen after the first session with results revealing themselves in the coming weeks.
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