Skin treatment
IPL skin rejuvenation in Marylebone, London
IPL uses filtered pulses of light to treat sun damage, redness and thread veins. From £85 at our clinic on Lisson Grove.
Price
From £85. Full face £95, face and neck £99.
Time
30 minutes
Course
Often one to three sessions, about four weeks apart
Recovery
Redness for a few hours. Pigmented spots can darken before they fade.
Results
Develop over the weeks after treatment and vary from person to person
Who
Adults aged 18 and over. Not suitable for every skin tone.
See before and after photos · Not sure if it is right for you? Fill in our consultation form or message us on WhatsApp. Neither is needed to book.
Depending on the treatment, we may send you a consultation form to complete before your appointment.
Who it suits
IPL is usually chosen for:
- Sun damage and age spots
- Uneven skin tone
- Facial redness
- Thread veins on the face
Who it is not suitable for
- Recently tanned or sunburnt skin, including fake tan
- Darker skin tones, where IPL carries a higher risk of changes in skin colour. We will suggest alternatives
- Anyone who is pregnant
- Anyone under 18
- If you take medicines that make skin sensitive to light, please tell us first
We go through your medical history at your consultation and will tell you if another treatment, or no treatment, is the better choice.
How IPL works
IPL stands for intense pulsed light. A thin layer of gel is applied and short pulses of filtered light are directed at the skin.
The light is absorbed by pigment and by the blood in small vessels, where it turns to heat. The treated pigment and vessels then fade gradually over the following weeks.
Your appointment
Consultation
We look at your skin and check that IPL is suitable for your skin tone and for the concern you want treated.
Treatment
You wear eye protection. Gel is applied and the handpiece is moved across the area. Each pulse feels like a quick flick of heat.
Afterwards
The skin can feel warm and look red for a few hours. Keep it out of the sun and use SPF every day.
What clients say
Selected reviews from our clients on Treatwell.
“Great salon, enjoyed the treatments. Started IPL course now and I am glad I have chosen this particular salon.therapist was very lovely and had a great knowledge in her treatments. Provided some guidance on a daily facial routine as well.”
Kjkj2013, on Treatwell
“I had photorejuvenation and would go back.”
Anonymous, on Treatwell
“This was my second time visiting the salon & was very impressed with the therapists knowledge of the treatments. I tried IPL this time for rejuvenation – my skin wasnt red afterwards & it cleared up some spots that were lurking around. Very good value & will definitely be returning.”
Boredtotears1, on Treatwell
Who treats you
IPL at Skin Life is carried out by trained practitioners, who assess your skin before treatment.
Side effects and risks
Common and short-lived: redness, warmth and mild swelling. Freckles and age spots often look darker for a week or so before they flake away.
Less common: blistering, crusting, or lighter or darker patches of skin. These are more likely on tanned or darker skin.
Looking after your skin
- Avoid sun exposure for at least two weeks before and after treatment, and use SPF 30 or higher every day.
- Do not pick at darkened spots while they fade.
- Avoid hot baths, saunas and strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
- Leave retinol and exfoliating acids out of your routine for a few days.
Questions
Does IPL hurt?
Each pulse feels like a quick flick of heat, often compared to the snap of an elastic band. Most people find it easy to tolerate.
How many sessions will I need?
Often one to three for sun damage and uneven tone, about four weeks apart. Redness and thread veins can take more. We agree a plan at your consultation.
Is IPL the same as laser?
No. A laser uses a single wavelength of light. IPL uses a broad band of light that is filtered for the concern being treated.
Can I have IPL in summer?
Yes, if you can keep the treated skin out of the sun and wear SPF every day. It cannot be done on tanned skin.