IPL – Lumecca – Premier Medical Spa Lufkin

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IPL photofacial

What is Lumecca?

Lumecca is a powerful intense pulsed light (IPL) to treat vascular lesions (blood vessels) and pigmented lesions (brown spots). Patients have noticeable improvements in the complexion and clarity of their skin after one treatment. Lumecca achieves these results via a process called photothermolysis, which provides the benefits of a photo facial through the delivery of a comfortable light treatment.

In just 1-3 sessions Lumecca improves the appearance of:

Age spots (red/brown pigmented lesions)
Vascular lesions such as facial telangiectasias (broken blood vessels) and poikiloderma
Rosacea (redness)
Freckles (lentigo)
Sun damage

What Areas Can Be Treated?

Lumecca can be used on most areas of the body. The most common areas of treatment are locations that are frequently exposed to the sun. This often includes the face, neck, décolletage, legs, hands and arms.

What Should I Expect During and After Lumecca?

During a Lumecca treatment there will be bright flashes of light that will feel like an elastic band against your skin. It is normal to experience warming and redness during the first hour. Within the first 1-2 days, the pigmented spots will become darker. Throughout the first few weeks, the pigmented lesions peel off and skin tone begins to even out. During the first few days after treating vascular lesions, you may notice the blood vessel blanch and disappear or possibly a color change in the blood vessel.

What Precautions Must Be Taken Before the Procedure?

Treatment areas should avoid:

direct, excessive sun exposure
tanning bed
sunless tanning lotion
spray tan
retinols
glycolic acid

How Many Sessions Are Required?

Although an improved skin appearance can be seen after the first treatment session, multiple sessions provide even better results. The treatment plan depends on the severity of skin damage, skin type, type of treatment (pigmentation versus vascular) and energy settings. A series of 3 sessions are recommended for best results.

How Quickly Will I See Results?

Sun damage and skin complexion results are noticeable a few days after the first treatment session. The skin will continue to look younger and more brilliant over time with most visible results after 1-2 weeks. Having more than one photo facial sessions will enhance the final result. For vascular treatments such as facial telangiectasias, results can be seen in up to 2 weeks.

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If you want to become an exclusive Premier Medical Spa of Lufkin client, we invite you to schedule a consultation at our Lufkin, TX office today. Let us help you achieve the youthful and rested appearance you deserve.