LUMECCA IPL
Struggling with dark spots, redness, rosacea, or uneven skin tone? Lumecca IPL is an advanced intense pulsed light treatment designed to improve the appearance of pigmentation and visible vascular concerns, revealing clearer, more even-looking skin.
Lumecca delivers powerful, targeted light energy to address sun damage, brown spots, and redness while enhancing overall skin tone and luminosity. The result is a brighter, more refined complexion, and a more confident you.
Many patients notice visible improvement in pigmentation, redness, and overall clarity after just one treatment. For optimal, long-lasting results, your Urbane skin expert typically recommends a series of three treatments, along with consistent use of professionally recommended skincare.
WHO IS THIS TREATMENT FOR?
This treatment is for anyone concerned with dark spots, scarring, rosacea, and/or broken capillaries.
APPOINTMENT PREP
Before Your Treatment
- Avoid sun exposure and tanning beds for at least 2 weeks before the treatment.
- Avoid using any skincare products that contain retinoids or exfoliants for at least a week before the treatment.
- Avoid using any blood-thinning medications, such as aspirin or ibuprofen, for at least a week before the treatment.
- Inform your healthcare provider of any medical conditions or medications you are currently taking.
- Do not receive any other cosmetic treatments, such as chemical peels or laser treatments, in the treated area for at least a week before the treatment.
- Shave the treatment area the day before the treatment, as hair can interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment.
- Arrive at the appointment with clean, makeup-free skin.
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing to the appointment, as tight clothing can irritate the treated area.
POST APPOINTMENT: Lumecca IPL Aftercare
- Temporary darkening of pigmented areas is normal. Treated brown spots may darken and gradually flake off over several days. Do not pick, peel, scrape, or scrub these areas.
- Sun exposure after IPL may worsen existing pigmentation. Protect your skin with broad-spectrum sunscreen, hats, and sun avoidance.
- Apply sunscreen daily with an SPF of 30 or higher, even on cloudy days, and reapply as directed.
- Avoid harsh or active skincare products (including exfoliants, acids, retinoids, and scrubs) for at least 7 days after treatment.
- Avoid excessive heat such as hot showers, saunas, steam rooms, and hot tubs for 24 hours after treatment.
- Do not touch, scratch, or pick the treated area to reduce the risk of irritation, infection, or post-inflammatory pigmentation.
- Cool compresses may be applied as needed to help minimize redness, swelling, or discomfort.
- Moisturize regularly using a gentle, non-irritating moisturizer to support skin healing and hydration.
- Makeup may be applied after 24 hours, or sooner if the skin is intact and not irritated. Mineral makeup is preferred initially.
For discomfort, acetaminophen (Tylenol) may be used as needed. Avoid NSAIDs unless otherwise directed by your healthcare provider.
Contact your provider promptly if you experience severe swelling, blistering, increasing redness, pain, or any unexpected symptoms.
FREQUENTLY ASKED
WHAT IS LUMECCA?
Lumecca is an advanced intense pulsed light (IPL) treatment designed to improve the appearance of pigmented and vascular skin concerns. It uses targeted light energy to gently heat and treat unwanted pigment and visible blood vessels, helping to create a clearer, more even-looking complexion.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
In a series of 1–3 treatments, Lumecca can improve the appearance of:
- Brown spots and sun-related pigmentation
- Redness and rosacea
- Vascular lesions such as facial telangiectasias (spider veins)
- Freckles
- Uneven skin tone and sun damage
WHAT AREAS CAN BE TREATED?
Lumecca may be used on many areas of the body. The most commonly treated areas are those frequently exposed to the sun, including the face, neck, décolletage, hands, arms, and legs.
HOW MANY SESSIONS ARE RECOMMENDED?
Many patients notice visible improvement after the first treatment. However, a series of sessions typically provides the best and most long-lasting results. Your treatment plan will be customized based on your skin type, level of pigmentation or redness, and treatment goals.
HOW QUICKLY WILL I SEE RESULTS?
Pigmented areas may darken initially and begin to flake off within several days. Most patients notice clearer, brighter skin within 1–2 weeks.For vascular concerns, improvement is often seen within up to 2 weeks as redness gradually fades.
WHAT STEPS SHOULD BE TAKEN BEFORE THE PROCEDURE?
Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning for at least 2–4 weeks prior to treatment. Additional preparation instructions will be reviewed with you before your appointment.
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT DURING AND AFTER LUMECCA?
During treatment, you may feel a brief snapping sensation similar to a light elastic band. Mild redness and warmth are normal and typically resolve within a few hours.Over the next 24–48 hours, pigmented spots may darken. In the following days, these areas naturally flake off, revealing a more even skin tone. For vascular treatments, treated vessels may blanch or temporarily change color before gradually fading.
ARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS?
Most patients experience minimal side effects. Temporary redness, warmth, or mild swelling may occur and typically resolve quickly.Your skin may be more sensitive to sunlight immediately after treatment, so diligent sun protection is essential.
