VPL stands for Variable Pulsed Light and is, in fact, a type of IPL which stands for Intense Pulsed light. It is defined differently due to the increased control of the intensity and length of the waves of light that the VPL device emits. This allows us to customize each treatment to the individual client and their specific skin condition and concerns. VPL can treat many different skin conditons and concerns such as acne, rosacea, superficial veins and broken capillaries and excels at removing unwanted pigmentation, specifically browns and reds in the skin. It is an excellent choice for improving skin tone and texture, targeting the signs of aging such as fine lines and wrinkles and tightening pores. The VPL uses pulses of light energy which enters the skin and turns to heat as the energy hits the targeted tissue. This controlled injury to the skin, destroys thread veins, pigmentation, shrinks pores and encourages increased collaged production to plump and tighten the skin. Tissue may feel tighter within 2-3 days and skin rejuvenation by new collagen production will be experienced after 4 weeks as well as a lightening of unwanted pigmentation. This is a successful treatment for face and body, anywhere unwanted pigment or improved skin tone and texture is desired.
Applied with expert knowledge and technique, clients are very pleasantly surprised at the level of change they see in just one treatment. Contrary to popular misperceptions, they leave with a healthy glow and smoothed skin – not with the flaming red and irritated skin typically associated with these treatments.
Your appointment time will be between 30-60 minutes.
This treatment is minimally invasive with little to no downtime. No sun exposure is critical after any light based therapy and an SPF must be worn at all times when outside. The procedure can produce a heat sensation in the skin with mild redness that can last sevral hours after treatment. Pigmentation targeted will darken in colour before shedding in the weeks after treatment. Other normal after effects can be slight swelling, heat sensation in the skin, itchiness, scabbing, bruising, skin purgeing and skin can feel tender for 24-48 hours after treatment. All side effects will ease over a week or so revealing plumper, clearer more toned and tightened skin. 3-6 treatments spaced 4-6 weeks is recommended for best results.
Varies based on the peel performed.
Chemical peels can help with a vast range of superficial skin problems such as: sun damage, fine lines and wrinkles, texture issues, pigmentation problems, enlarged pores, age spots, acne and acne scars, freckles, scaly patches.
There are numerous types of chemical peels. Choosing the correct type and strength of the chemical peel, based on your skin type and underlying skincare concerns, is critical to having the best cosmetic results. Our team will help you determine what peel is best for you and your needs.
You may feel itching, stinging, or a burning sensation, which can last for a few minutes. A cold compresses will be applied immediately after your chemical peel, which will neutralize the acid and relieve any discomfort.
A light chemical peel improves skin texture and tone and lessens the appearance of fine wrinkles. The results are subtle but increase with repeated treatments. If you have a medium chemical peel, treated skin will be noticeably smoother. After a deep chemical peel, you’ll see a dramatic improvement in the look and feel of treated areas.
A light chemical peel improves skin texture and tone and lessens the appearance of fine wrinkles. The results are subtle but increase with repeated treatments. If you have a medium chemical peel, treated skin will be noticeably smoother. After a deep chemical peel, you’ll see a dramatic improvement in the look and feel of treated areas.
