Simply Beautiful Skin: Dr. Amy's Guide to Laser Treatments and Other Skin Smoothers
Treatment: Intense Pulsed Light (Photorejuvenation)
What It Does
Pulses of nonlaser light of varying wave lengths target pigmented skin cells beneath the top layer of skin.
What It's Best For
Superficial areas of irregular pigmentation, freckles, sun spots, and acne.
Average Cost
$300–$600 per treatment.
Number of Treatments
Four to six sessions at least 3 weeks apart.
Risks and Recovery Time
Redness and swelling occur immediately after treatment.
Pigment problems, like sun spots and freckles, will become quite dark before disappearing, usually within a week.
Inside Scoop
Topical anesthetic minimizes discomfort of hot, snapping sensation caused by light pulses.
