Photo Rejuvenation / Intense Pulsed Light

Cynosure systems use specialized handpieces which filter light from different parts of the spectrum. Each band of the spectrum has a wavelength that is ideal for different treatments, such as sunspots removal and vessel clearance. The Cynosure Icon handpiece emits pulses of light into the skin. The light is absorbed by the pigment in sunpots and the blood in visible vessels, and converted to heat. The heat dissolves the cells that create the pigment while it shrinks the vessels.

Pulsed light systems and lasers are very similar, but Cynosure Pulsed Light Systems use a much larger treatment window than most lasers. This system spreads light over a wider area of skin and allows faster coverage of the skin and quicker treatments.

Any area, except directly around the eyes. The face, neck, chest, arms, back, and legs can all be treated.

The handpiece will be moved over your skin, pulsing all the while. Each pulse will send a beam of light through your skin. A flashing light, an audible tone, and a mild sensation on the skin will tell you when the handpiece is being pulsed.

Immediately after treatment, you can expect a mild sunburn-like sensation, possibly accompanied by some minor swelling. This usually lasts 2-24 hours, and can be soothed with cold gel or ice packs. Sunspots/Sun Damage: The sunspots will darken after the treatment and be naturally shed from the skin within 1-2 weeks. Rosacea: Skin tone will be more normal, with less pronounced redness within a week after treatment. Spider Veins: Vessels may disappear after treatment or they may appear darker and then fully or partially fade within 10-14 days. Typically, several treatments will be necessary to achieve complete clearance of sunspots, rosacea, and vessels.