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IPL Photofacial
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IPL Photofacial

Dye-VL intense pulsed light that clears sun spots, redness, and broken capillaries.

IPL Photofacial

What it is

Sun spots, flushing, and the little broken capillaries that never quite fade — a photofacial clears them by targeting the pigment and vessels underneath in a single treatment. At Vue we lead with Dye-VL on the Alma Harmony XL Pro, which combines pulsed-dye and IPL technology to treat both brown pigment and redness at once, with little to no downtime.

What it treats

  • Browns — sun and age spots, general brown discoloration, uneven tone.
  • Reds — rosacea, facial redness, broken capillaries and small vessels.

Common areas: face, neck, chest, hands, and arms. Prefer a Cutera-based option? We also offer a LimeLight photofacial on the Xeo — your provider recommends the right fit at your consultation.

What to expect

Most patients describe the pulses as a warm rubber-band snap. Brown spots often look darker for the first few days — a sign it's working — then lift and flake away over about 7–14 days, while redness settles over the same window. Most skin does best with a series of about three treatments spaced roughly four weeks apart. Sun protection before and after is essential, and we'll walk you through it.

Pricing

From $400. Full Face Photofacial $400 (series of 3, $1,100) · Half Face $300 · Neck $350 · Chest $400 · Hands $200 · Face + Neck $550 · Face + Neck + Chest $700 · Spot Treatment $100. LimeLight Full Face $400. 30–90 minutes depending on area.

A note on skin tone

IPL is best suited to lighter-to-medium skin tones and isn't right for every complexion. We assess your skin first and will recommend a gentler, all-tone option like Laser Genesis if IPL isn't the safe choice for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it hurt?

Most people compare it to a warm rubber-band snap. No numbing is usually needed, and a cooling step keeps you comfortable.

Why do my spots look darker afterward?

That's expected — the pigment rises to the surface (patients often call it a coffee-ground look) and then sheds over one to two weeks. It's the treatment working.

How many sessions will I need?

Most skin does best with a series of about three, spaced roughly four weeks apart, with maintenance as needed.

Is it safe for my skin tone?

IPL suits lighter-to-medium skin tones and isn't right for every complexion. We assess your skin first and recommend an alternative like Laser Genesis when IPL isn't the safe choice.

Photofacial vs Laser Genesis — what's the difference?

A photofacial targets pigment and vessels (spots and redness). Laser Genesis is a gentler, all-tone treatment focused on redness, pores, and glow. Many patients do both.

When should I avoid it?

With a recent tan or sunburn, or certain medications — we'll review your history and timing at the consult.

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