IPL InMode in Fergana and Kokand
InMode IPL — pigmentation, vessels and skin tone improvement.
InMode IPL is a high-intensity pulsed-light system for non-surgical treatment of pigment, vessels, redness and age-related changes. At Radeski Clinic, face, neck, décolleté and individual zones are listed in the price catalog.
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) is not a laser: instead of light of a single wavelength, the device produces flashes of broad-spectrum light. Special filters cut off the part of the spectrum that is not needed and direct the light at a specific target — pigment or small blood vessels. This is why one procedure can address several aesthetic concerns at once.
At Radeski, the InMode IPL system is used for photo-rejuvenation: for pigment spots, small vessels, redness and sun damage on the face, neck, décolleté, hands and individual areas. It is a non-surgical method — the skin is not cut, and in most cases patients return to their normal routine quickly after the procedure.
The result depends largely on how well the indications are chosen. That is why, before the procedure, a dermatologist examines the skin, assesses the phototype and checks pigment spots with dermatoscopy. Only lesions whose nature has been established and that are considered safe for this kind of treatment are treated with light.
Manufacturer: InMode
How does it work?
IPL is based on the principle of selective photothermolysis. Light energy is absorbed by melanin in pigment spots and by hemoglobin in blood vessels and converted into heat, while the surrounding tissue heats up much less. As a result, clusters of pigment gradually rise to the surface and flake off, and small vessels close and are gradually cleared by the body.
The light and heat can also stimulate natural repair processes in the dermis, which is why many patients notice that their skin looks fresher overall during a course. The doctor chooses the filter, energy and pulse duration individually, based on the skin phototype, the treatment area and the specific goal.
- Gradual fading of superficial pigment spots
- Small vessels and redness becoming less visible
- A more even, uniform skin tone
- Fewer visible signs of photoaging
- A fresher, clearer-looking complexion
Indications
Sun and age spots
IPL can be used to correct lentigines, freckles and other superficial spots caused by sun exposure. Before treatment the doctor checks every spot with dermatoscopy: not every dark spot is ordinary pigmentation, and suspicious lesions are not treated with light — they need a separate examination.
Couperose and small vessels
Fine red vessels on the sides of the nose, the cheeks and the chin can respond well to IPL. The light heats the vessel wall through hemoglobin, and the vessel gradually becomes less visible. For larger or deeper vessels the doctor may suggest a different method.
Redness in rosacea
In rosacea, IPL can help reduce persistent redness and visible vessels. It is important to understand that light treatment does not cure rosacea: it is one part of a combined treatment plan, together with controlling triggers and the skincare prescribed by a dermatologist.
Uneven skin tone and photoaging
Years of sun exposure leave spots, redness and dullness on the face, neck, décolleté and hands. Because IPL acts on both the pigment and the vascular component at the same time, it can help even out skin tone. Regular sun protection is needed to keep the result.
Melasma — with particular caution
Melasma is a chronic condition that can sometimes get worse with heat and light. For this reason IPL is considered for melasma only at the doctor's discretion, with cautious settings and usually as part of a combined treatment plan. In some cases the doctor will prefer a different method.
Who is it for?
The InMode IPL system may suit adults who are bothered by pigment spots, small vessels or uneven skin tone and who are looking for a non-surgical method with a short recovery. Before choosing the procedure, the doctor assesses:
- Skin phototype and any recent tan
- The nature of the spots, based on dermatoscopy
- The type, size and location of vascular changes
- Current medications, especially those that increase light sensitivity
- Previous procedures and how realistic the expectations are
Contraindications
Whether the procedure can be done is decided individually for each patient. The main reasons to postpone or avoid IPL are:
- A fresh tan, tanning beds or self-tanning products
- Active skin infections in the treatment area, including a herpes flare-up
- Inflammation, irritation or damaged skin in the treatment area
- Suspicious spots and lesions that have not yet been examined
- Medications and conditions that increase sensitivity to light
- A tattoo or permanent makeup in the treatment area
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding, when elective aesthetic procedures are usually postponed
- Other individual circumstances in which the doctor considers light treatment unsafe
Dark skin phototypes, a tendency to keloid scarring, systemic retinoid use, light-triggered epilepsy and active skin diseases all require a separate risk assessment. In such cases the doctor may change the settings, postpone the procedure or recommend another method.
How we use it at Radeski Clinic
Price list includes face, face+neck+décolleté, hands and individual zones. Physician may recommend a 3–5 session course.
Procedure steps
- Consultation and dermatoscopy: The dermatologist examines the skin and asks about your concerns, medical history, medications and previous procedures. Pigment spots are checked with a dermatoscope. The doctor then explains whether IPL is suitable and what the approximate plan might be.
- Preparing for the procedure: Before the procedure you should avoid tanning, tanning beds and self-tanners. If needed, the doctor will ask you to stop certain skincare products for a while. On the day of treatment the skin is cleansed of makeup.
- The IPL session: You wear protective goggles, and a thin layer of cool gel is applied to the skin. The doctor treats the area with a series of light flashes. Each flash may feel warm, like a light snap on the skin; how strong it feels depends on the settings and your sensitivity.
- Aftercare: After the procedure the skin may stay red and slightly swollen for a few hours. Pigment spots temporarily darken and gradually flake off over the following days — they must not be picked. The doctor gives advice on soothing skincare and SPF.
- Course and follow-up: A course of several sessions is usually needed — depending on the skin, the doctor may recommend, for example, 3–5 sessions. The doctor sets the number of sessions, the intervals and the settings based on how the skin responds.
Results: what to expect
Results develop gradually: pigment spots first darken and then flake off, and vessels become less visible over several weeks. During the course you may see:
- Some pigment spots fading or clearing
- Less redness and fewer visible small vessels
- A more even skin tone
- Less visible sun damage
- A generally fresher look
Frequently asked questions
Is IPL painful?
Most patients describe each flash as warmth and a light snap, like a rubber band flicked against the skin. The cool gel reduces discomfort. How it feels depends on the area, the settings and your sensitivity; the procedure is usually done without anesthesia.
How many IPL sessions are needed?
It is individual. Some spots fade noticeably after one or two sessions, while vessels and overall photo-rejuvenation usually need a course. Depending on the skin, the doctor may recommend, for example, 3–5 sessions; the exact number and intervals are set by the doctor.
Can I have IPL in summer?
A fresh tan is a serious obstacle to IPL, because tanned skin absorbs more light and the risk of complications rises. That is why treatment is often planned for the less sunny season. If your skin is not tanned and you are ready to protect it strictly from the sun, the doctor may allow treatment in summer too — the decision is the doctor's.
Why do spots get darker after IPL?
This is a normal reaction: the light brings pigment up to the surface, so the spot temporarily looks darker. Over the following days it flakes off as tiny crusts. Do not pick or rub the spots — this can leave a mark. If the reaction worries you, contact your doctor.
Can I go back to work right after IPL?
In most cases, yes: redness and mild swelling usually settle within a few hours or a day or two. For a few days you should avoid hot baths, saunas, intense exercise and the sun. Daily SPF is essential.
Conclusion
The InMode IPL system is a photo-rejuvenation method for non-surgical treatment of pigment spots, small vessels, redness and signs of photoaging. It can address several concerns in one procedure, but results and the number of sessions vary from patient to patient, and no method can guarantee a specific outcome.
At Radeski, IPL treatment starts with a dermatologist consultation and a dermatoscopic check of the spots. The doctor determines whether light treatment suits your goal, selects the protocol and gives detailed advice on aftercare and sun protection.