IPL Treatment
IPL (intense pulsed light) is a light-based treatment that targets pigmentation, sun damage, redness, and vascular irregularities in the skin. At Lougheed Laser Centre in Burnaby, IPL treatments are customized to your complexion concerns and skin tone, delivering progressive improvement in clarity and evenness over a series of sessions.
What Is IPL?
IPL delivers broad-spectrum light energy into the skin, targeting the pigment in brown spots and the haemoglobin in visible blood vessels. The light energy converts to heat, breaking down the unwanted pigment or collapsing the targeted vessels. The body then clears the treated cells naturally, revealing clearer, more even skin over the following weeks.
Unlike laser treatments that use a single wavelength, IPL uses a range of wavelengths that can be filtered and adjusted to address multiple concerns in a single session. This makes it an effective option for patients dealing with a combination of pigmentation and redness in the same area.
What It Helps With
- Sun Damage and Age Spots: Reduces brown spots and uneven pigmentation caused by UV exposure
- Redness and Rosacea: Calms diffuse redness and visible flushing associated with rosacea
- Broken Capillaries: Targets and reduces the appearance of small visible vessels on the face
- Uneven Skin Tone: Improves overall clarity and evenness across the complexion
- Dull Complexion: Stimulates mild collagen production alongside tone correction for a brighter, more refreshed appearance
What to Expect
TIME
20 to 45 minutes (depending on the area treated)
DOWNTIME
Mild redness and temporary darkening of pigmented spots are normal and typically resolve within 5 to 7 days. Most patients return to normal activity the same day
RESULTS
Pigmented areas darken briefly before flaking away over 1 to 2 weeks, revealing clearer skin beneath. Optimal results develop over a course of 3 to 5 treatments spaced 3 to 4 weeks apart
What Does IPL Cost in Burnaby?
Pricing depends on the area treated and the number of sessions recommended.
At Lougheed Laser Centre, IPL treatments start from $420. For full pricing and a personalized quote based on your skin concerns and goals, book a consultation with our team.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. IPL uses a broad spectrum of light wavelengths, while laser treatments use a single focused wavelength. This means IPL can address multiple concerns in the same session.
Yes. IPL pairs well with treatments that address skin texture and collagen, such as Clear + Brilliant, microneedling, or HydraFacial, for a more comprehensive result. Timing matters when combining treatments, so we will advise on sequencing at your consultation.
While other skin rejuvenation treatments can irritate or damage the skin and cause scarring, IPL photorejuvenation is proven to be safe and effective with no healing time necessary. A few days of slight redness are commonly experienced after treatment, but should subside quickly.
Both can address pigmentation, but they work through different mechanisms. Chemical peels exfoliate the surface layers of the skin to reduce the appearance of discolouration, while IPL targets the pigment directly beneath the surface and breaks it down at the source. IPL tends to be more effective for discrete spots and vascular concerns, while peels work better for diffuse surface discolouration and texture. The right option depends on the type and depth of your pigmentation.
