Photorejuvenation Skin Treatments
in Montreal
Skin Peeling Treatment
in Montreal
Wisdom Esthetics offers photo facial skin treatments using light to treat the skin and help patients appear younger.
Wisdom Esthetics offers two types of skin peeling treatments in Montreal, depending on your skin’s type and needs.
What is photo rejuvenation?
Photorejuvenation is a technique that uses the properties of light to give a more youthful appearance to the skin by targeting redness and pigment disorders. It can treat the skin on the face, neck, décolleté, and hands by improving its texture, smoothing it, and reshaping it by triggering the production and synthesis of new collagen, responsible for skin support.
Reasons to Have IPL Photorejuvenation
Improved Skin Texture: Photorejuvenation can help improve skin texture by reducing fine lines, wrinkles, and roughness, resulting in smoother and softer skin.
Reduction of Pigmentation Issues: It’s effective in reducing the appearance of pigmentation problems like sunspots, age spots, and freckles, leading to a more even skin tone.
Reduction of Redness and Rosacea: For those with redness or rosacea, photorejuvenation can help minimize these issues, resulting in a calmer complexion.
Youthful Appearance: Photorejuvenation stimulates collagen production, which can make the skin appear more youthful and firmer.
Minimized Blood Vessels: It can reduce the appearance of dilated blood vessels, such as those associated with conditions like couperose.
Non-Invasive: Unlike surgical procedures, photorejuvenation is non-invasive, which means there’s minimal downtime and a lower risk of complications.
Quick and Convenient: Treatments are relatively quick, making it easy to fit into a busy schedule.
Natural-Looking Results: Photorejuvenation provides natural-looking results, enhancing one’s appearance without the need for more dramatic interventions.
Targeted Areas: It can be applied to specific areas of concern, allowing for customized treatment plans.
Boosted Self-Confidence: Many individuals find that improved skin appearance leads to increased self-confidence and a more positive self-image.
Overall, photorejuvenation is a popular choice for individuals looking to address various skin concerns and achieve a fresher, more youthful, and even complexion.
Areas Treatable by Photorejuvenation
- Face: Including the forehead, cheeks, nose, and chin.
- Neck: To address signs of aging and sun damage.
- Chest (Décolletage): Often treated to reduce sunspots and improve skin texture.
- Hands: To minimize age spots and rejuvenate the skin.
- Arms: To target sun damage and uneven skin tone.
- Back: For those experiencing sun damage or pigmentation issues.
- Legs: To address issues like spider veins or uneven skin tone.
- Shoulders: Especially useful for individuals with sun damage on their shoulders.
- Abdomen: To target sunspots and improve skin texture.
- Other Specific Areas: Depending on individual concerns, photorejuvenation can be used on other specific body areas as needed.
Photo Facial Skin Treatment List & Cost
- NDYAG Laser Photorejuvenation - $150 for 15 minutes
- Pigment Lesions/Angioma - $75-$150, maximum 15 minutes
- Rosacea and Varicose Veins - $150 for 15 minutes
Pigmentary Type | Treatable | # of Sessions | Intervals | Maintenance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Alexandrite | 755nm | Defined Spots | Phototypes 1-3 | Non-tanned |
Vascular Type | Treatable | # of Sessions | Intervals | Maintenance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ND:YAG | Diffuse redness (erythema caused by acne, rosacea, papules) | 4 to 6
| 2 Weeks | As Needed |
ND:YAG | Defined veins (ruby points, localized) | 1-3 | 6 Weeks | As Needed |
Texture Type | Treatable | # of Sessions | Intervals | Maintenance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ND: YAG | Wrinkles, enlarged pores | 4-6 | 2-4. Weeks | Non-tanned |
What to do after receiving photorejuvenation treatments in Montreal?
- During the 2 or 3 days following the treatment, you should take certain precautions to avoid causing damage to the treated area. Avoid scratching, touching, or rubbing the treated area for 24 hours or until all signs of irritation have disappeared.
- Throughout the duration of your treatment, apply sunscreen (UVA/UVB) to your skin with a minimum SPF of 30 to protect it from the sun’s rays. Reapply sunscreen in case of prolonged sun exposure. Avoid tanning sessions four weeks before the treatment and during the entire treatment course.
- Within 48 hours following the treatment, avoid vigorous exercise, hot baths, and spas, as these activities can increase your blood circulation, generate body heat, or cause irritation.
- If your skin cracks or a blister appears, please contact us. For additional protection, avoid direct sun exposure during the onset of symptoms. Blistering due to sun exposure has been observed up to 72 hours after the treatment. A crust may form over pigment spots; it is important not to touch it and let it fall off. Redness and swelling are also normal reactions that may take up to 48 hours to disappear.
- Until the day after the treatment, you can use cold compresses or soothing gel to relieve temporary discomfort and help your skin return to its normal appearance; do not use creams.
- You can apply makeup only if your skin has returned to its normal state.
- After the treatment, if you experience irritating skin rashes, applying Benadryl should relieve itching. It occasionally takes several months for these symptoms to disappear. Avoid direct sun exposure to the affected area during the manifestation of symptoms.
Patients who have undergone a skin test related to epidermal reactions can return to the clinic 72 hours later to receive their treatment.
What Are The Contraindications For a Photorejuvenation Skin Treatment?
- Lupus, autoimmune diseases
- Scleroderma or any other connective tissue disease
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Certain metabolic or vascular diseases, such as porphyria
- Severe arteriosclerosis (if the hands are the area to be treated)
- Presence of a superficial metal plate in the treated area
- Taking anticoagulants, depending on the type and dosage
- Hemophilia or other blood coagulation disorders
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Wearing a pacemaker or cardiac stimulator
- Taking gold salts
- Infectious diseases
- Recent natural or artificial tanning (exposure within less than six weeks)
- Epilepsy
- Radiotherapy or chemotherapy (consult a physician)
- AIDS, HIV, or other immunological disorders
- Significant wounds
- Hives
- Hyper-reactive skin or photoallergy
- Current use of isotretinoin (Accutane) or use within one year before the end of treatment
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Frequently Asked Questions
Photorejuvenation is a non-invasive cosmetic procedure that uses intense pulsed light (IPL) to target skin issues like sun damage and redness. It works by stimulating collagen production and breaking down pigmentation, resulting in a more youthful complexion.
Common side effects include redness and mild swelling, but they typically subside within a day or two. There’s minimal downtime, allowing you to resume regular activities right after the treatment.
Photorejuvenation is generally safe for most skin types, but it’s best to consult with a skincare specialist to determine if it’s the right treatment for you.
While some improvement may be seen after a single session, a series of treatments (usually 3-5 sessions) spaced a few weeks apart is recommended for optimal results.
Photorejuvenation is generally well-tolerated and often described as feeling like a mild rubber band snap on the skin. Anesthesia is not typically required.
Yes, photorejuvenation can be combined with other cosmetic treatments like dermal fillers or Botox for comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
Results can last for several months to a year or more, depending on individual factors and how well you maintain your skincare routine.
Yes, photorejuvenation can be used on various body areas, including the neck, chest, hands, and arms, to address sun damage and signs of aging.
It’s essential to avoid sun exposure and tanning before the treatment. Also, inform your provider of any medications or skincare products you’re using to ensure a safe procedure.
Avoiding excessive sun exposure, saunas, and hot showers immediately after the treatment is recommended to prevent irritation. Smoking and alcohol consumption can also impact skin health negatively.
If you have a history of skin cancer, it’s crucial to consult with a dermatologist or oncologist before undergoing photorejuvenation to ensure it’s a safe option for your specific case.
Photorejuvenation is generally well-tolerated and often described as feeling like a mild rubber band snap on the skin. Anesthesia is not typically required.
Yes, photorejuvenation can improve the appearance of large pores and some types of acne scars by stimulating collagen production and promoting skin renewal. Discuss your specific concerns with your provider to determine if it’s suitable for you.
Photorejuvenation can effectively target sunspots, age spots, fine lines, wrinkles, rosacea, and overall skin texture and tone.
