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IPL Treatment
A proven alternative to laser treatment.
- What is it? A non-invasive, non-laser treatment for a range of skin concerns.
- How does it work? Releases scattered waves of light that stimulate the production of collagen and aid your body's natural healing process.
- How much does it cost? From €160.
Are you suffering from common skin conditions such as pigmentation, thread veins or rosacea but don't want to go down the road of laser treatment?
If so, IPL skin rejuvenation might be for you.
What is IPL treatment?
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) treatment is a non-invasive procedure which can treat a range of skin concerns, including rosacea, broken capillaries, cherry melanoma, pigmentation or thread veins.
IPL is not a laser treatment. Instead, it releases scattered waves of light that penetrate the second layer of your skin without harming the outer layer. For this reason, IPL often causes less damage to your skin than some laser treatments.
By stimulating the production of collagen in your body, IPL treatment also aids the natural healing process and helps healthy skin tissue develop in place of scarring.
Frequently asked questions
We’ll firstly cleanse your skin of any impurities. Before we activate the machine, we'll provide you with eye shields to protect your eyes from the light energy of the IPL applicator.
Once we apply the IPL applicator to your skin, you'll feel a prickling sensation and see flashes of light.
As the handheld device is passed across the skin, it delivers a spectral range of light that targets the problem area. The high-intensity pulses use visible light to penetrate into the deeper layers of skin and break down inconsistent pigmentation.
IPL treatment can help reduce the visible effects of red/flushed skin, rosacea, broken capillaries, pigmentation, large pores, sun damage discolouration, mild acne, cherry melanoma, thread veins or uneven skin tone.
It’s suitable for use on the face, neck, chest, arms or legs.
Each session takes approximately 20 to 30 minutes.
Some patients see a result after just a single treatment, but we advise our clients that it usually takes 2-3 sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart before they begin to see a noticeable difference in their skin’s tone and texture.
Most people find the procedure quite comfortable, but some do experience mild discomfort. People often describe the feeling as being similar to a rubber band snapping on the skin with a warm sensation.
The side effects are minimal. Some patients may experience mild swelling for a few days after treatment. Some patients may see some mild redness for up to 12 hours, but this usually subsides quickly. If we're treating pigmentation, you will notice the pigment initially getting darker for five to 10 days. Again, this will subside quickly.
Here is a full list of possible side effects.
Your practitioner will discuss any possible side effects with you during your initial consultation.
Before your treatment:
- Advise us if you are taking any medication.
- No sun exposure or sunbathing for a minimum of four weeks before your appointment. During this time, daily application of SPF30 sun cream is advisable.
- No fake tanning products on the area for a minimum of two weeks before.
After the treatment:
- Avoid sun exposure and sunbathing for a minimum of two weeks.
- Apply SPF50 sun cream to the treated area daily.
- Avoid steam rooms, saunas or exercise for 24 hours.
- Avoid applying any creams, soaps or lotions to the treated areas for 48 hours after.
A full-face IPL skin rejuvenation at our Dublin clinic costs €160.
We also offer a three-session package for €420.
Meet the team
Giselle Gerka
Women's health and skincare specialist
Giselle Gerka is a women's health and skincare specialist. Gely is a qualified solicitor and worked as a lawyer in her native Venezuela until 2008, when she moved to Ireland to become the service coordinator at Dundrum Clinic. After the birth of her son in 2010, Giselle started to learn more about the health challenges women face after childbirth. She went on to study Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy at Rey Juan Carlos University in Madrid before further training in the UK under the guidance of pelvic floor specialist Gerard Greene.
Dr. Clare Cushen
Cosmetic consultations
Dr. Clare Cushen, MB BCh BAO, graduated from Trinity College, Dublin in 2004. She has a Masters in Clinical Dermatology from Kings College London (2009), and Diplomas in Aesthetic Medicine (Greenwich University, 2010) and Pharmaceutical Medicine (Trinity College, 2014).
Caroline Noble
Client Service Coordinator
Caroline Noble is one of our reception team and our main client service co-ordinator. Caroline started her career in banking and finance but was always passionate about skincare. Having completed numerous training courses in Zo Skin Health, Caroline would gladly discuss any skin care concerns you might have.
Dr. Evelyn Alba
Gynaecology Specialist
I am dedicated to helping my patients improve their quality of life by using innovative techniques and personalised treatments to address a variety of sexual and reproductive health conditions.
- Specialist in Gynaecology and Obstetrics from the University of Carabobo (Venezuela)
- Master's Degree in Gynaecologic Oncology and Multidisciplinary Breast Pathology from the University of Barcelona
- Postgraduate specialization in aesthetic and functional gynecology and female cosmetic surgery from the University of Barcelona.
- Member of SEGERF, Spanish Society of Aesthetic Regenerative Functional Gynecology
- Member of AEEM, Spanish Association for the Study of Menopause.
