What is IPL Photofacial?
Venus Versa IPL Photofacial in Beverly Hills: What You Need to Know Venus Versa photofacial treatments work to reduce visible signs of premature aging, such as sun damage, brown spots, visible veins, discoloration, and fine lines and wrinkles. The treatment is powered by Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) with SmartPulse™ technology that delivers precise light through […]
Am I a good candidate for IPL Photofacial?
The best candidates for IPL Photofacial are in good general health, have realistic expectations, and have specific goals Dr. Patel can address. Candidacy depends on your anatomy, history, and priorities. During a Beverly Hills consultation, Dr. Anita Patel evaluates whether IPL Photofacial or an alternative will best achieve your desired outcome.
Why choose Dr. Anita Patel for IPL Photofacial?
Dr. Anita Patel is a board-certified plastic surgeon (MD, FACS) running a solo private practice in Beverly Hills, so you see the same surgeon at every visit. Her IPL Photofacial patients value her natural-looking results, meticulous technique, and the personal continuity of care that larger group practices rarely provide.
Venus Versa IPL Photofacial in Beverly Hills: What You Need to Know
Venus Versa photofacial treatments work to reduce visible signs of premature aging, such as sun damage, brown spots, visible veins, discoloration, and fine lines and wrinkles. The treatment is powered by Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) with SmartPulse™ technology that delivers precise light through several layers of skin. This generates heat when absorbed by the targeted tissue, which corrects imperfections in the skin without damaging any of the surrounding tissue. A real-time cooling system works to keep your skin protected throughout treatment.
Treatment Overview
IPL, or intense pulsed light, uses pulses of broad-spectrum light to deeply penetrate the skin, stimulating a therapeutic heat response. It targets benign pigmented and vascular lesions, such as brown spots from sun damage and aging, clusters of visible capillaries, and pink or brown scars. The IPL treatment corrects imperfections in the skin without damaging any of the surrounding tissue. A real-time cooling system works to keep your skin protected throughout treatment.
During the treatment with Dr. Patel, you can expect to feel a snapping sensation on the skin surface, and you have the option to have topical numbing cream applied prior to the treatment if desired. After the treatment, you may notice immediate or gradual darkening of brown spots, with resolution over the subsequent few days, or up to 2 weeks, with either the body breaking down and clearing the pigment, and/or some of the pigment flaking off.
- Time in Office: 25 minutes (or 45 minutes if opt for numbing)
- Anesthesia: None, or topical numbing cream
- Social Downtime: None
- Post-Treatment Instructions: Sun protection is critical to prevent new or worsening pigment.
Please Note: These are general estimates that may or may not apply to you individually.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Does Venus Versa Do?
Using a powerful combination of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL), radiofrequency (RF) energy, and pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMF), Venus Versa treatments are able to provide a range of beautiful results, including facial rejuvenation, hair removal, skin resurfacing and tightening, body contouring, and acne treatment.
How Does Venus Versa Work?
IPL uses pulses of broad-spectrum light to deeply penetrate the skin, stimulating a therapeutic heat response. PEMF enhances the effects of RF, which generates therapeutic heat energy due to the resistance in the tissues to the movement of electrons in the RF field.
The thermal energy created induces changes in the tissue which trigger the body’s natural healing process, resulting in tissue regeneration and renewal, and leading to a rejuvenated and radiant appearance.
Is Venus Versa Light Based?
One of the three technologies involved in Venus Versa treatments is Intense Pulsed Light (IPL). The other two are radiofrequency (RF) energy and pulsed electromagnetic fields.
Is Venus Versa Painful?
The procedure is pain-free. The only sensation felt will be warmth.
What is a Venus IPL Photofacial?
Venus IPL Photofacials use Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) to deeply penetrate the skin’s layers, delivering targeted light energy to strategically-selected areas of the face. This light is absorbed by the tissue and transformed into therapeutic heat, evening out the skin tone by targeting vascular and pigmented lesions.
How Many IPL Treatments Do You Need?
We recommend maintenance sessions every 4-6 months to prolong results.
Ready to learn more about an IPL? Book an appointment with Dr. Anita Patel, considered one of the best plastic surgeons in Beverly Hills.