IPL Laser

Limelight IPL is an advanced, non-invasive treatment designed to improve skin tone and texture by using controlled pulses of broad-spectrum light. It effectively targets pigmentation, vascular lesions, redness, and other visible skin imperfections with precision and minimal downtime.

This versatile system allows for advanced wavelength customization, offering tailored treatment for each patient’s unique skin concerns, making it more effective and reliable than conventional IPL systems.

Safety and Suitability

Clinically tested and Health Canada-approved, Limelight IPL is proven to be safe and suitable for various skin types. A professional consultation ensures that the treatment is customized to meet the specific needs of each patient, prioritizing safety and optimal results.

Here’s a closer look at how the treatment works:

Light Wavelengths and Chromophore Targeting

The IPL Laser system uses broad-spectrum light to target specific chromophores in the skin, such as melanin for pigmentation and hemoglobin for blood vessels. This dual targeting effectively addresses both pigmentation issues like age spots and redness associated with conditions like rosacea, promoting a more even skin tone.

Photothermolysis and Controlled Heating

The light energy is absorbed by the target areas, where it is converted into heat, effectively breaking down excess pigment or small blood vessels. This process, known as photothermolysis, targets only the damaged tissue, leaving the surrounding skin unharmed, making it a safe and precise treatment for various skin concerns.

Collagen Stimulation and Skin Renewal

In addition to treating visible imperfections, the heat from the light stimulates collagen production deep within the skin. Over time, this enhanced collagen production helps to firm, tighten, and improve skin elasticity and texture, leading to a smoother, more youthful appearance and long-term skin renewal.

Difference from Laser Treatments

Unlike traditional lasers, which often treat smaller areas with more focused light, Limelight IPL covers broader skin regions in a shorter time. This efficiency makes it ideal for treating multiple skin issues at once, such as pigmentation, redness, and fine lines, in a single session with minimal discomfort or downtime.

LimeLight IPL can be applied to several areas of the body, targeting common signs of sun damage, pigmentation, and redness where they often appear.

• Face: Targets pigmentation irregularities, sun damage, redness, and vascular lesions, leaving the complexion more even, radiant, and refreshed.
• Neck: Addresses visible signs of aging and sun damage, including pigmentation and redness, helping restore smoother, youthful-looking skin on the neck.
• Chest (Décolleté): Improves the appearance of sunspots and redness in this often-exposed area, enhancing clarity and skin tone.
• Hands: Fades pigmentation and sunspots on the backs of the hands, resulting in smoother, more youthful-looking skin.
• Arms: Reduces sunspots, freckles, and pigmentation irregularities on the arms, improving overall skin appearance.
• Shoulders: Targets visible sun damage and pigmentation commonly found on sun-exposed shoulders, creating a clearer and more even look.

This versatile treatment addresses a range of skin concerns, helping improve clarity, balance, and overall skin health for a smoother, more youthful-looking complexion.

• Sunspots, Age Spots, and Brown Spots: Minimizes hyperpigmentation, including freckles, melasma, and age-related discolouration caused by sun exposure.
• Redness and Rosacea: Helps reduce facial redness and visible blood vessels, improving balance and skin tone.
• Broken Capillaries / Telangiectasia: Effectively treats small blood vessels and vascular lesions, diminishing their visibility.
• Uneven Skin Tone and Texture: Smooths skin, reduces fine lines, and refines overall texture by stimulating collagen production.
• Skin Dullness and Visible Photoaging: Restores natural radiance and brightness while addressing early signs of aging caused by prolonged sun exposure.
• Acne Scars: IPL can fade post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation caused by acne, helping to improve the appearance of acne scars.
• Fine Lines and Wrinkles: By stimulating collagen production, IPL can help to improve skin texture, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Enlarged Pores: IPL may help to reduce the size and appearance of enlarged pores.

Here’s who can benefit most from Limelight IPL treatment:

• Patients with visible sun damage – including sunspots, age spots, freckles, and other pigmentation irregularities.
• Those experiencing redness or rosacea – helps reduce flushing, visible blood vessels, and uneven skin tone.
• Individuals with acne scarring or post-inflammatory discolouration – IPL can fade dark marks and improve skin clarity.
• Anyone noticing early signs of aging – fine lines, wrinkles, and dullness can be softened by stimulating collagen.
• People with uneven texture or enlarged pores – treatment refines the skin’s surface for a smoother, more radiant look.
• Patients seeking a non-invasive option – IPL offers minimal downtime with noticeable improvements in tone and vitality.

When preparing for a Limelight IPL session, here’s what you can generally expect before, during, and after your treatment:

Before the Treatment

Your journey begins with a consultation where we review your skin concerns and medical history to ensure Limelight IPL is right for you. We may recommend avoiding sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanning products for at least two weeks prior to your session. A tailored skincare routine may also be suggested to prepare your skin and maximize results.

During the Treatment

Protective eyewear will be provided to keep your eyes safe throughout the procedure. A cooling gel or device may be applied to increase comfort and protect your skin’s surface. The handheld Limelight IPL device then delivers controlled pulses of broad-spectrum light, often described as a mild snapping or warming sensation. Treatment typically lasts 45 to 75 minutes, depending on the area being addressed.

After the Treatment

Following your session, it’s normal to experience mild redness or temporary darkening of pigmented spots, which usually fades within hours. Protecting your skin from the sun is essential, and using a broad-spectrum sunscreen is strongly recommended. Most patients can resume normal daily activities right away, while results gradually improve over the following weeks as your skin naturally renews.

Here’s what you need to know about Limelight IPL cost and financing:

Cost of Limelight IPL in North Vancouver

The cost of Limelight IPL treatments in North Vancouver begins at $250 per treatment area. However, the final price can vary depending on factors such as the size of the area being treated and the number of sessions required to achieve the desired results, ensuring personalized pricing for each patient.

Package Deals

We offer discounted package deals that allow patients to save on multiple IPL treatment sessions. These deals are particularly beneficial for those seeking enhanced results by combining treatments or committing to a series of sessions, making long-term skin rejuvenation more affordable.

Flexible Financing

To help make IPL skin treatments more accessible, we provide flexible financing options with 0% interest. This allows patients to start their skin rejuvenation journey immediately and spread the cost over time, offering financial flexibility while ensuring the treatments remain within reach.

IPL skin rejuvenation treatments provide visible improvements in skin tone, texture, and pigmentation. While results develop gradually over several weeks, they can last for months with proper care. For optimal, long-lasting results, multiple sessions and consistent aftercare, including sun protection and skincare, are essential to maintaining a youthful complexion.

When to Schedule Touch-Ups

Most patients start with a series of three sessions, spaced about four weeks apart, to achieve the best results. Depending on your skin condition and desired outcomes, occasional touch-ups may be recommended to keep the skin rejuvenated and to extend the benefits of treatment.

Best Practices to Maintain Results

To preserve your results and prevent new skin damage, it’s crucial to protect your skin from sun exposure and follow a skincare routine recommended by your provider. This will support healing, enhance the effects of the treatment, and help maintain a healthy, radiant complexion.