Lumecca IPL Precare and Aftercare
Your Treatment Guide
Your Lumecca IPL Treatment
Lumecca IPL (Intense Pulsed Light Therapy) is an advanced laser treatment aimed at reducing the appearance of hyperpigmentation such as sun damage, age spots and rosacea. IPL further works in reducing and removing vascular lesions in the skin such as spider veins (broken veins) and redness, restoring a clear and rejuvenated complexion.
Before your Lumecca IPL Treatment
Before your Lumecca IPL session, you will need to prepare your skin to optimise results and maximise comfort
Please avoid any medical grade facials or injectable treatments, such as dermal fillers. We also advise avoiding direct and intense sun exposure as to ensure safety.
We also recommend applying All Day Long SPF 50+ for 2 weeks leading up to the treatment.
Please stop any usage of fake tan on the areas that will be treated.
We recommend avoiding Omega-3 fatty acid supplements (such as fish oils), blood thinning medication and alcohol, to reduce the risk of bruising and swelling. We also recommend avoiding prescription skincare.
ON THE DAY OF YOUR IPL TREATMENT
On the day of your Lumecca IPL appointment, be sure to wear comfortable clothes and avoid any high neck tops and jumpers if you are having treatment to the face and neck.
Please expect to be in clinic for around half an hour for the treatment.
AFTER YOUR LUMeCCA IPL
- No skincare or makeup products should be used on the skin at this stage.
- Avoid exercise and heat such as hot baths, showers, saunas/steam rooms to avoid heightening discomfort.
- Paracetamol or ibuprofen may be taken
- Avoid intense sun exposure directly after treatment, and for the following 2 weeks.
Your skin is likely to be red in appearance and feel hot and tender. Bruising and swelling may occur and will usually subside within 3-5 days. We recommend applying topical arnica cream for bruising and taking non-drowsy antihistamines and avoiding consuming substances containing histamines to reduce swelling.
- Cleanse the skin with water and pat dry using a clean towel
- Begin to apply our All Day Long Broad-Spectrum SPF 50+ daily, however refrain from other skincare products and makeup.
- Avoid picking and scratching the skin
Swelling and bruising may remain visible, particularly if you had broken capillaries or thread veins treated, however this will begin to subside. We recommend continuing to take over the counter antihistamines to reduce swelling. Your pigmentation may also continue to darken, as the skin renews itself.
- On day 3 following treatment you may commence use of a gentle cleanser, such as our Supernova, and a non-acid based moisturiser, such as our Skin Cushion, however, please only do so if your skin does not feel irritated.
- You may also resume your normal exercise routine, however, be sure to continue to avoid saunas and steam rooms
- On day 7 you may restart your skincare routine, however, continue to avoid retinol products
From day 3 following treatment you will begin to see a reduction in redness, swelling and bruising. If by day 5 your swelling and bruising has not begun to settle, and we feel it's necessary for your healing, we may offer a complimentary LED session, so please do not hesitate to get in touch and provide us reference photos.
On week 4 post treatment, you may require a second treatment to ensure optimal results. If you do not undergo an additional treatment, you may resume your Retinol application.
Downtime and results of Lumecca IPL
It is normal to expect redness, some swelling and possibly some bruising for up to 7 days following your Lumecca IPL treatment.
Some results may be evident directly following treatment, around the 30-day mark, however final results can be seen at 9 months post treatment, due to collagen tissue maturation and resolution of swelling. You may wish to do a second procedure to enhance your results further.
Your Lumecca IPL results can last for a year or longer when maintained with your recommended antioxidant rich skincare, consistent SPF 50+ usage and sufficient protection against sun exposure.
For optimal long-term maintenance, you may like to book in for yearly top-up sessions, and your practitioner will provide a personalised plan based on your skin’s specific needs and results.
F.A.Q.
How often do i need an IPL session?
Yor practitioner will create a tailored plan for your skin's needs. We typically recommend 2-4 sessions, one month apart, with yearly top ups to maintain results.
I am noticing unusual side effects after my IPL session, what do i do?
Please contact us immediately if you experience:
- Excessive swelling or bruising
- Signs of infection (heat, pus, increasing pain)
- High levels of discomfort
Please ensure to provide photos of the treated area along with your email, and we’d be happy to consult your practitioner
