Too much fun in the sun or fine lines from aging can take their toll on your skin. Thankfully, there are several non-invasive cosmetic surgery treatments available that can help with damaged skin. The PhotoFacial (fotofacial) is one of them, a skin rejuvenation technique that uses intense pulsed light waves to treat damaged cells deep within the skin’s layers.  Since there no incisions involved, you can undergo treatment and go back to your regular schedule immediately.

Are you a good candidate for the PhotoFacial? Here’s what you need to know:  

How PhotoFacials Work  

The PhotoFacial makes use of an intense pulsed light (IPL) device that is steadily passed over the skin’s surface and treatment areas. The skin is prepared for treatment with a mild cleanser and in some cases, a topical anesthetic. A cool fan is blown onto the treatment area to prevent excessive stinging, and the IPL device is passed over the skin and key treatment areas. The light emits high intensity wavelengths that reach deep within the skin’s layers to cause a structural breakdown of damaged cells; this promotes the healing process as the body rapidly removes the injured tissues and cells.  

Key Benefits of PhotoFacials

PhotoFacials offer several benefits for damaged skin, and can help you achieve a fresh, rejuvenated appearance. 

PhotoFacials can help to:  

• Reduce the appearance of age spots
• Remove fine lines and wrinkles
• Improve the complexion
• Increase collagen production to help create healthy and resilient skin
• Break down and remove damaged skin tissue and cells naturally
• Improve the texture and tone of the skin
• Get rid of acne scars and skin pigmentation
• Enhance skin tone and help even out darker shades or patches of skin  

PhotoFacials can be combined with other skin rejuvenation treatments such as microdermabrasion, chemical peels and milder spa facials for even more benefits. If you have deep scars, pigmentation or excessive sun damage, alternating different types of treatments over a period of 3 – 6 months can help you achieve dramatic results.  

Are You a Good Candidate for a PhotoFacial?  

PhotoFacial treatments can be valuable for both aging skin and younger skin types, especially for those who are experiencing frequent acne breakouts or hormonal shifts.  PhotoFacials can help to improve the body’s natural collagen and skin cell regeneration process, helping to build strong and healthy skin at any age. You may be a good candidate for a PhotoFacial if you:  

• Are recovering from acne
• Have fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes and mouth
• Want to brighten up your skin tone
• Need to get rid of smalls scars and blemishes  

Maintaining a clear and healthy complexion can be challenging with over-the-counter products alone. PhotoFacials offer several benefits for sun-damaged skin, aging skin, and for people suffering from acne breakouts. If you’ve considered getting microdermabrasion or chemical peels to keep acne under control, a PhotoFacial may be a valuable procedure between other procedures. It is also one of the most affordable skin rejuvenation treatments – most sessions can cost between $100 - $200 depending on the location of the skincare center and the type of equipment used.  

Learn more about skin rejuvenation and fotofacial treatments in our information guide, or consult with a cosmetic surgeon in your area to find out if you’re a good candidate for this treatment.