IPL photofacial in Lebanon: what it treats and what to expect
Intense pulsed light, or IPL, uses filtered flashes of light to soften sun spots, redness and uneven tone. Here is how it works and who it suits.
What IPL treats
- Sun spots and freckling from years of sun.
- Diffuse redness and small visible vessels.
- Uneven, blotchy tone on the face, neck, chest and hands.
How it works
IPL is not a laser. It sends broad-spectrum light that is absorbed by pigment and by the red of blood vessels. Treated spots usually darken for a few days, then flake away, and redness fades gradually over the course.
At the clinic, IPL is delivered with SPECTRX, planned and supervised by Dr. Douaihy.
Sessions and downtime
A course is usually several sessions spaced a few weeks apart. Most people go back to their day immediately, with some redness and darker spots that settle within about a week.
Strict sun protection matters before and after, which is why autumn and winter are a good season to start.
Who it suits, and who should not have it
IPL works best on lighter to medium skin tones. A recent tan, darker skin, melasma, some medicines that increase light sensitivity, and pregnancy are reasons the doctor may choose another approach. A test spot may be done first.
Quick answers
Is IPL the same as laser?
No. A laser uses a single wavelength; IPL uses a broad spectrum of filtered light. Both target pigment and vessels, and the doctor chooses which suits your skin.
How many IPL sessions do I need?
Usually a course of several sessions a few weeks apart. The number depends on your skin and goal.
Does IPL hurt?
Most people describe a quick warm snap, like a rubber band. Cooling makes it comfortable.
Can IPL be done in summer in Lebanon?
It is safer with no recent tan and strict sun protection, so many patients start in autumn or winter. The doctor decides after seeing your skin.
Does IPL treat melasma?
Melasma needs caution, because heat and light can make it worse. It is usually managed with a different plan.
Start with the “Prima Optima” Consultation
Dr. Douaihy examines you, writes your plan and gives you the exact price before anything is done. Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., in Dbayeh.
This page is general information from the clinic, not a diagnosis or a medical prescription. Suitability, dose and aftercare are decided by Dr. Douaihy after examining you.
