Although improvement can be noted after a single treatment, multiple session may be indicated based on your specific skin type and concerns. Typically 3-6 sessions performed every 4-6 weeks is recommended. The exact treatment schedule will be determined during your initial consultation, and will be based on the severity of skin damage, skin type and type of skin concern (redness and blood vessels vs brown spots and sun damage).  Certain skin types may need to follow a pre-treatment skincare regimen in order to minimize risk of hyperpigmentation, and to ensure safe and optimal results.

Lumecca IPL can safely be added on to your in-office facials to boost your treatment results. This is commonly referred to as a photo-facial.

Visible results in complexion and sun damage can typically be seen within a few days after the treatment, but typically most noticeable results are seen 14-21 days after the treatment, with optimal results seen after completion of 3-6 sessions. Actual skin improvement continues up to three months after the final treatment.

The process:

After booking, you will receive  a link to our patient portal which allows you to complete the necessary intake and consent forms in the comfort and safety of your own home. Once you arrive for your appointment, your practitioner will take a set of baseline photos, and will review the treatment to ensure you understand the procedure before commencing.

Lumecca IPL offers a non-invasive, virtually painless, no downtime way to permanently¹ get rid of redness, spider veins, brown spots and sun damage. The procedure is typically described as feeling like a “small pinch” or an “elastic band snap”. A topical numbing may be applied 30 minutes before the treatment if so desired². Some redness may be seen immediately after the procedure. Brown spots may get significantly darker as the pigment is brought to the skin surface, and this may last 14-21 days

¹The lasting effects of the treatment will depend on factors such as pre-existing medical conditions, the use of certain prescription and over the counter medications, genetic predisposition, compliance to a targeted skincare regimen as well as adherence to sun smart behaviour.

²Some numbing agents may cause vasoconstriction, which may render the treatment of vascular lesions less efficient. Be sure to discuss the use of numbing with our team of experts.

Photographs may be done immediately after the procedure. You will also receive specific after-care directions. The most important of these being hydration, avoiding direct sun exposure, compliance to SPF application and re-application and continuing a supportive skincare regimen.

Mineral makeup can be applied right after the treatment