After Your Treatment
IPL-treated skin is more sensitive to heat, exfoliation, and sun exposure. Keep your routine simple while your skin heals.
After-Care
IPL Post-Care Instructions
Follow these post-care instructions after your IPL appointment to protect your skin while pigment darkens and your treated area calms.
Post-Care Instructions
- Avoid applying makeup to the treated area for 24-48 hours.
- Refrain from strenuous exercise, excessive sweating, and exposure to heat for the next 24-48 hours post-treatment.
- Do not pick, scrub, or exfoliate the treated area or any darkened spots.
- Avoid using active skincare products, such as retinols, AHAs, or BHAs, for one week or until your skin has fully healed.
- Stay away from direct sun exposure, including tanning beds, for four weeks following your treatment.
- Always wear a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ and reapply every two hours.
Not following the above may result in pigmentation irregularities and/or scarring.
Expected Healing Response
It is normal to experience a mild sunburn-like sensation, which may last up to three days. This may be accompanied by mild redness and/or swelling, which typically subsides within 2-3 days.
To alleviate discomfort, apply ice packs to the treated area for 10-15 minutes each hour as needed. Over the next 24-48 hours, the treated lesions will gradually darken. Avoid picking or pulling at these darkened areas to prevent potential scarring.
Need Help?
Questions after your IPL appointment?
Contact Beauty Lab + Laser if discomfort, redness, swelling, darkening, or any skin changes feel unusual or concerning.