Pigmentation is skin discolouration that appears as blotchy, brownish marks on the face and body and increases how old we look. Pigmentation can be caused by sun damage, hormonal changes as a result of contraception or general ageing, all of which can result in the skin looking dull, patchy and older than we really are.
Intense Pulse Light (IPL) Pigmentation Correction works by applying rapid light pulses to the treatment area. The light is then absorbed and converted into heat energy which destroys the targeted area.
Aesthetic & corrective
Bring the even tones back and enter the 'no-age' zone!
Pre & Post Treatment Care
- ℹDay of appointment: avoid applying moisturisers or creams to the treatment area.
- ℹ4 Weeks Before, In Between and 4 Weeks After Treatment: No Sun, Solarium or Fake Tan.
- ℹ2 Weeks Before, In Between and 2 Weeks After Treatment: No Prescription Strength Exfoliant Creams (Retin A and Alpha Hydroxy).
- ℹ1 Week Before, In Between and 1 Week After Treatment: No Plucking, Waxing, Depilatory Creams or Electrolysis. No Swimming Pools, Spas or Saunas. No Exercise or Activities that Cause Excessive perspiration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Intense pulsed light (IPL) emits a scattered ray of light from a high energy source. This works by focusing that intense light on the hair follicles, without damaging the skin in the treatment area. The melanin absorbs the light energy, converts it into heat which then breaks down the protein and the body removes it from the visual surface via the lymphatic system or extrudes it through the skin as a natural process (selective thermo-lysis).
10–30 minute treatment with minimum of 2–4 sessions scheduled 4 weeks apart depending on your treatment area, skin type and hair colour. Usually a course of 2–4 treatments is required to achieve optimal result.
With our SuperluxPro Machine — we actively cool your skin at the same time so achieve the best results with the least amount of discomfort. You will feel a hot sensation throughout the treatment but it is not painful.
You begin to feel tangible results right after the treatment. The treated area may initially look raised and/or darker with a reddened perimeter. The treated area will gradually turn darker over the next 24-48 hours. The treated area will progress to scabs/crusting and will start to flake off in 2-3 days. The treated area is usually healed in 7-10 days and will continue to fade over the next 2-4 weeks. Apply SPF 50+ daily to sun exposed treated areas.
At NovaMed Aesthetics Studio our IPL and laser machine is used by trained Doctors and Nurses only. No procedure is entirely without risk, but the potential side effects of correctly used IPL treatments are minimal. They include minor redness and skin irritation or infection.
Treatment Pricing
Pricing Packages
- Full Face From $339
- Full Face + Neck From $439
- Neck From $199
- Cheeks From $179
- Upper Lip From $99
- Pigmented Spot (single spot) From $65
- Pigmented Spots (Up to 10) From $149
- Chest (Décolletage) From $319
- Chest and Neck From $399
- Hands From $175
- Forearms From $279
- Shoulders From $339
- Upper Back From $329
- Full Back From $479
Add-ons
- Pre-treatment Cleanser with Medik8 $19
- Post-treatment mask by Medik8 $35
- Other recommended products available in the clinic as per clinician recommendation & prescriptions