Sun damage, redness, and discoloration don’t have to be permanent. IPL uses high-intensity pulses of light to correct uneven skin tone, restoring clarity and radiance with little to no downtime.
Southern Surgical Arts offers IPL therapy as part of our commitment to advanced, non-surgical skin rejuvenation. This treatment is safe, effective, and personalized by trained medical professionals who understand how to balance energy, pigment, and safety for optimal results. You’ll enjoy professional-grade care in a calm, clinical setting.
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) is a light-based skin treatment designed to improve skin tone by targeting pigmentation irregularities. Unlike lasers, which use a single wavelength, IPL delivers multiple wavelengths to treat red and brown spots caused by sun exposure, aging, or broken blood vessels.
All IPL treatments are performed or supervised by credentialed providers in a medical setting, not a retail spa.
We tailor energy levels and light settings based on your skin tone, concern, and sensitivity for safe, effective results.
We use top-tier IPL systems optimized for comfort, precision, and minimal downtime.
We often combine IPL with other treatments like HALO or chemical peels for comprehensive skin renewal.
We evaluate every patient during a consultation to ensure IPL is the safest and most effective choice. While IPL is best for lighter skin tones, new protocols allow us to safely treat some medium tones as well. The following are ideal candidates for IPL:
After treatment, you may see mild redness and darkening of pigmented spots, which will flake off within a week. Redness and vascular lesions may fade gradually over a few days. Most patients benefit from a series of three to five sessions spaced a month apart for optimal clarity and balance.
A more advanced form of IPL that penetrates deeper and treats faster with broader wavelength control.
Combines ablative and non-ablative wavelengths for skin tone, texture, and collagen improvement.
Stimulates new skin from within, improving tone and texture for a more youthful appearance.
Improves clarity and surface tone, ideal for those not ready for light-based therapy.
IPL is safest for lighter skin tones. Depending on the device and concern, medium tones may be eligible. We evaluate each patient individually.
You may feel a mild snapping sensation, similar to a rubber band. Most patients find it tolerable, especially with cooling gel.
Yes, typically within 24 hours once redness subsides. Gentle application is recommended to avoid irritation.
No downtime is required, though you may see mild redness or temporary darkening of spots that will flake off naturally.
Risks include redness, swelling, temporary darkening of pigment, and rarely, blistering or scarring—most often when misapplied or over-treated.
Some IPL settings can reduce inflammation and bacteria, but other treatments like BBL or chemical peels may be more effective for active breakouts.
