Fotofacial

Cosmetic Concern: 46-year old woman concerned about the quality of her skin.

Diagnosis:

1. Aging face.
2. Sun damaged skin.
3. Fine facial lines.
4. Pigmentary and vascular irregularities.

Treatment:

1. Fotofacial.

Discussion: Fotofacial is an intense pulsed light treatment that targets red and pigments in the skin. The treatment is performed with a numbing cream applied to the skin. Each treatment session takes about 15 minutes with no down time. Depending on individual skin factors, 3 to 5 sessions at 3-week intervals are typically needed.