There are two types of pigmented lesions ; “solar lentigo”, which is associated with exposure to the sun, and “senile lentigo”, which is associated with the ageing of the skin, smoking, and general pollution. The two main factors responsible for pigmented lesions are exposure to the sun and the ageing of the skin as we get older. Pigmentation is a result of multiplication of the number of melanocytes, whose volume and activity increases as a result of these factors. Using IPL at a wavelength of 550nm allows an optical penetration depth of 2mm. With this filtration the chosen target is melanin on the skin surface, which then absorbs the light energy resulting in a build-up of heat causing its destruction. After the session, the destroyed particles are then removed by the “phagocytosis” principle which is particle removal by intracellular digestion.
Pathological types of pigmented lesions such as nevus naevocellulires and Dubreuilh melanosis cannot be treated with intense pulsed light.
Excellent results from the first session.
A short flash duration and high power allows protection and comfort for the skin.
Treatment time: 1 - 3 sessions are necessary at intervals of 1 to 2 weeks between sessions.
PL: 550nm - 1200nm