What You Should Know About Age Spot Removal Treatment?

June 24, 2013 - PRLog -- There is a common myth that age spots are signs of aging. But in reality, the scenario is quite different as age spots can appear on younger people also thanks to pollution, unhealthy lifestyle and last but not the least prolonged exposure to harsh sun rays. Treating such unwanted spots on time is very important to prevent the skin from experiencing further damage. While natural and herbal solutions yields safe result for treating age spots, the revolution of technology that offered stunning Age Spot Removal treatment is stunning.

IPL treatment or intense pulsed light system release carefully controlled strong pulses of filtered light that are absorbed by melanin present in age spots like sun spots, liver spots or freckles. When the area absorbs light the pigmented area is heated which is removed by skin renewal. After the treatment the pigmented area turns darker that might crust over or scab. This area then gradually sloughs off from skin by the following weeks leaving the skin slight trace of the original mark.

In order to carry out this revolutionary and effective Age Spot Removal treatment no anesthesia is required. The patient puts on protective eyewear. The target area is cooled off for better comfort during the treatment. The IPL machine has a built-in feature of cooling mechanism. The hand-piece or the light applicator is place over the target skin area to release a short pulse of light. Gradually, the hand-piece is moved to adjacent skin area to repeat the process until the skin receives complete treatment. The treated area is then cooled off as well as moisturized.

Men and women of all ages are suitable for this treatment apart from very dark skinned or tanned individuals. However, it is important to keep in mind that not all pigmented lesions can be treated through this treatment. Superficial lesions like sun spots and several other types of age spots respond best to this latest treatment.

IPL has created ripples in the field of cosmetic market as it has minimum side effects on skin with satisfactory results. Generally, light warming sensation as well as redness is normal experience for any patients. Thus, cooling pack is applied to reduce such symptoms. It is also important to remember that continued sun exposure might result in reappearance of original mark and thus use of sunscreen is highly recommended to reap the complete benefits of this revolutionary Age Spot Removal treatment. Consult a licensed and skilled technician today to know more about IPL treatment.

For more information please visit at http://www.doritalaserclinic.ca/