6 Reasons to Get Lumecca IPL Treatments

Lumecca IPL (intense pulsed light) is a skin pigment treatment that addresses uneven skin tone and its various causes. It works by reducing inflammation in the skin and breaking down natural pigments that could cause your skin to appear uneven. Depending on the affected area, the treatment can be applied to many areas of your body, including your legs, hands, chest, arms, neck, and face. Before your Lumecca: IPL Santa Monica treatment, our experts will ask about your concerns, examine your skin, and review your medical history. Let’s review six reasons you should consider this treatment.

Benefits of Lumecca IPL

IPL is often mistaken for a laser treatment but actually isn’t. Lasers produce a single light wavelength designed to target one cell type, while IPL includes several wavelengths, and its light is scattered instead of being focused. Generally, it resembles a camera’s flash, often appearing bright and white. Here is a breakdown of its benefits to your skin:

1. Reduces the Appearance of Spider Veins

Spider veins may not be as raised and large as varicose veins, but they can be just as unsightly. They are usually caused by hormonal imbalances, trauma, obesity, or genetics and tend to become more visible with age. By breaking down pigments, Lumecca IPL can reduce the appearance of spider veins while maintaining the integrity of the surrounding skin.

2. Reduces Freckles and Sun Spots

Freckles and sunspots tend to appear in areas of your body that receive a lot of sun exposure. In some cases, they can make your skin appear darker in certain places and affect your skin tone. Lumecca IPL can break down the resulting pigments and patches, allowing your skin tone to clear and even out.

3. Alleviates Rosacea

A very common skin condition, rosacea, is often characterized by the appearance of small blood vessels and redness on the face. It is usually caused by excessive wind and sun exposure and tends to develop during middle age. Unfortunately, rosacea medication tends to produce several side effects. Lumecca IPL can alleviate the symptoms without all the unpleasantness. 

4. Clears Photo-Damaged Skin

Photo-damaged skin is skin that has been changed due to extended exposure to the sun and exhibits symptoms like discoloration, melasma (brown patches), roughness, deep wrinkles, and fine lines. Several Lumecca IPL treatments can reverse this damage and clear out your skin.

5. Fast Results

The average Lumecca IPL treatment lasts about 30 minutes, although it can last longer if the treatment area is large. Additionally, evidence shows that the treatments effectively even out and clear skin blemishes in just a few sessions, with most people reporting favorable results after around two weeks. Even better, the treatment does not require downtime, and you can resume your activities immediately.

6. Non-Invasive Treatment

Lumecca IPL is a non-surgical, non-invasive skin treatment that does not include any scalpels or needles. During the treatment, your provider uses a small handheld device to heat your skin. You should feel a tingling sensation like someone is snapping a rubber band against your skin.

Schedule Your Consultation Today

If you are dealing with acne, spider veins, dark spots, or other skin blemishes, Lumecca by InMode® might be an excellent solution for you. Contact Self Care LA to discuss the procedure with Bharat Kothakota, MD, MPH, the only aesthetic medicine specialist on Montana Avenue that offers Lumecca IPL. Call his Santa Monica office or book an appointment online today.