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IPL Photofacial

Remove discoloration & brown spots with an IPL Photofacial at Nuderma Health & Med Spa in Raleigh, NC. Reveal clearer, more even-toned skin.

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A considered approach

Start with clarity—not pressure.

Nuderma begins with a personal conversation about your goals, questions, and relevant medical history. Your care team will explain whether this service may be appropriate and what alternatives should be considered.

Recommendations, timing, expected experience, and aftercare are discussed during your consultation because every patient and treatment plan is different.

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Tell us your goals

Share what you would like to address and what matters most to you.

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Review your options

Explore relevant services with guidance from the Nuderma care team.

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Choose your next step

Leave with a personalized recommendation and a clear plan forward.

Intense pulsed light

Fade visible discoloration. Reveal a more even tone.

IPL uses broad-spectrum visible light to target pigment-producing cells beneath the skin’s surface. As the light converts to heat, unwanted pigment is broken down and naturally reabsorbed by the body.

Nuderma uses IPL Photofacial to address brown spots, broken capillaries, sun spots, freckles, rosacea, and uneven-looking tone.

IPL facial treatment at Nuderma Health & Med Spa in Raleigh
IPL treatment at Nuderma Health & Med Spa

Why IPL

Focused light. Clearer-looking skin.

A customized, non-surgical treatment designed to improve visible pigment and support a refreshed complexion with little to no downtime.

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Correct

Targets excess pigment linked to brown spots, freckles, sun damage, and uneven tone.

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Calm

May address visible redness, broken capillaries, and rosacea when IPL is appropriate for the patient.

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Renew

Heat delivered into the dermis can stimulate collagen and improve the appearance of fine lines over time.

IPL candidacy consultation and skin assessment

Candidacy matters

IPL is not right for every skin type.

Because IPL responds to pigment, Nuderma notes that lighter skin tones—typically Fitzpatrick types I–III—often respond best. Darker skin tones can face a higher risk of unwanted pigment changes.

An in-person consultation is used to evaluate skin type and tone. If IPL is not a safe fit, the care team can discuss a more appropriate alternative.

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Treatment areas

More than a facial.

  • Face
  • Neck
  • Chest / Décolleté
  • Hands
  • Arms
  • Legs
  • Shoulders

During treatment

What the appointment feels like.

  • Protective eyewear shields your eyes from the bright flashes of light.
  • The specialist guides the IPL handpiece across the treatment area in brief pulses.
  • Sensation is often compared with a gentle rubber-band snap.
  • Most appointments are completed within an hour; timing depends on the treatment area and number of passes.

After treatment

Protect your skin as it renews.

  • Temporary warmth and slight redness can occur immediately afterward.
  • Dark spots may temporarily darken or form a light crust during the first week.
  • Avoid direct sun and apply sunscreen consistently for at least the first week.
  • Nuderma notes that optimal improvement is typically visible about three months after the final treatment.

Results gallery

See the difference.

These before-and-after examples are retained from Nuderma’s existing IPL page. Individual results vary.

IPL Photofacial before-and-after result example 1
IPL result example 01
IPL Photofacial before-and-after result example 2
IPL result example 02
IPL Photofacial before-and-after result example 3
IPL result example 03
IPL Photofacial before-and-after result example 4
IPL result example 04

Common questions

IPL Photofacial, explained.

What does IPL Photofacial treat?+

IPL may address brown spots, sun spots, age spots, freckles, broken capillaries, rosacea, uneven tone, and some visible signs of aging.

How many sessions will I need?+

Nuderma’s current guidance describes an initial course of three treatments, followed by annual sessions to help maintain results. Your personal plan may differ.

Does IPL Photofacial hurt?+

Most patients report minimal discomfort and compare each pulse with a gentle rubber-band snap. Sensitivity varies by person and treatment area.

Is there downtime?+

Downtime is generally minimal. Temporary warmth and slight redness can occur, and makeup may be applied immediately according to Nuderma’s current guidance.

When will I see results?+

Visible changes may begin during the first week. Results continue to develop, with optimal improvement typically visible about three months after the final treatment.

Will dark spots look darker before fading?+

Yes. Treated spots can temporarily darken or develop a light crust during the first week as part of the expected healing process.

Who is a good candidate?+

Nuderma notes that lighter skin tones, generally Fitzpatrick types I–III, often respond best. An in-person skin assessment is essential because IPL is not appropriate for every skin type.

How long is an appointment?+

Most sessions are completed within an hour. The exact time depends on the number and size of the areas treated and the passes required.

Do I need to avoid the sun afterward?+

Yes. Nuderma recommends avoiding direct sun and using sunscreen consistently for at least the first week after treatment.

Your next step

Let’s talk about what fits you.

Book online, call, or text the care team. A consultation is the best place to receive personal guidance.