Question 1

What is Lumecca?

Accepted Answer

Lumecca is the most powerful intense pulsed light (IPL) to treat pigmented and vascular lesions. Lumecca operates using photothermolysis, which provides a photofacial through the delivery of a comfortable light treatment.

Question 2

How does an IPL photofacial work?

Accepted Answer

An IPL photofacial uses double and triple pulses of light, depending on your skin type and condition. Using a broad spectrum of light produces a ripple effect that reaches several layers deep into the skin. The depth of this penetration, as well as the specific light wavelength, are carefully controlled.The intense pulsed light warms up the skin and uses heat to stimulate the body’s natural healing process. These light pulses not only target superficial pigmentation or redness, but also penetrate to the collagen-stimulating layers of the skin. 
 
Result: Your skin is stimulated to produce new collagen and connective tissue, giving your skin a younger, smoother appearance.

Question 3

What can IPL photofacials treat?

Accepted Answer

• Sun-damaged skin
 • Enlarged pores
 • Fine lines and wrinkles
 • Rosacea
 • Age spots (sun-induced freckles)
 • Most benign brown pigments
 • Dilated blood vessels
 • Redness caused by broken capillaries (telangiectasia)

Question 4

What areas can be treated?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

What should I do before my treatment?

Accepted Answer

Avoid direct, excessive sun exposure or tanning one month prior to treatment.

Question 6

What should I expect during & after treatment?

Accepted Answer

During treatment there will be a bright flash of light from Lumecca, and a sensation on your skin that feels like a light snap from an elastic band. Redness and a slight warming of the skin are normal after treatment and usually subside 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.

Question 7

How many session are recommended?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

How quickly can I see results?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 9

Are there any side effects?

Accepted Answer

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.

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