IPL Pigmented Lesions

Pigmented lesion treatment using Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) targets unwanted sun damage, freckles, age spots, and uneven pigmentation caused by UV exposure, hormones, or natural aging.
The LUVO LUCENT IPL system uses a range of specialized filters to deliver precise pulses of light into the skin, breaking up excess pigment so it can naturally fade and lift away — revealing clearer, brighter, more even-toned skin.

• Reduces freckles, sunspots, and age spots 
• Improves uneven tone and discoloration 
• Softens pigmentation caused by sun exposure or photoaging 
• Helps manage melasma (with proper treatment planning) 
• Brightens dull, tired-looking skin 
• Boosts overall clarity and radiance 
• Minimal downtime, non-invasive, and safe for most skin types 
• Treats face, chest, hands, arms, and body

IPL for pigmented lesions is ideal if you:

• Have sunspots, freckles, or pigmentation from UV exposure 
• Want a more even, brighter complexion 
• Have photoaged skin or brown patches that darken with sun 
• Experience pigmentation changes from aging or hormones 
• Want results without aggressive treatments or downtime 
• Are a lighter to medium skin tone (Fitzpatrick I–III typically respond best)
   

A consultation ensures the safest, most effective treatment plan — especially for melasma or deeper pigment concerns.

•  We begin with a skin assessment and review of your pigmentation concerns 
• The LUVO LUCENT handpiece delivers quick, bright pulses of light to the targeted areas 
• You may feel a warm “snap,” similar to an elastic flick — very tolerable 
• Areas with pigment often darken temporarily after treatment 
• The session is quick, comfortable, and requires minimal downtime
   

Treatment Time: 10–30 minutes depending on the area
Sessions Needed: Typically 3–6 sessions, spaced 3–4 weeks apart

• First 24–72 hours: Pigment may darken — this is normal 
• Days 3–10: Darkened spots begin to flake or lift away naturally 
• 2–3 weeks: Skin looks brighter, clearer, more even 
• 3–6 treatments: Significant improvement in pigmentation and photoaging 
• Ongoing: Skin continues to improve as collagen and cell turnover increase
   

Most clients report visibly clearer, younger-looking skin within the first few sessions.

IPL for pigmented lesions may not be suitable if you have:

• Recent sun exposure or tanning (including self-tanner) 
• Pregnancy or breastfeeding (melasma can worsen with hormones) 
• Photosensitizing medications 
• Active skin infections or open wounds 
• Very dark skin tones (risk of pigmentation changes) 
• A history of keloids or abnormal scarring 
• Inflammatory skin conditions in the area
   

We’ll assess your skin during your consultation for a safe, effective treatment plan.

Before Your Appointment:

• Avoid sun exposure and tanning for 2–4 weeks 
• Stop using retinol, AHAs/BHAs, or exfoliants 3–5 days before 
• Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin 
• Avoid hot yoga, saunas, or intense heat before treatment 
• Do not use self-tanner
   

After Your Appointment:

• Pigment will darken — this is expected 
• Don’t pick or scrub darkened areas 
• Avoid heat, saunas, and exercise for 24 hours 
• Use SPF daily (non-negotiable for pigment treatments) 
• Resume regular skincare in 2–3 days unless advised otherwise 
• Expect gradual fading and brightening over the following weeks