Younger looking skin is something most of us would like to maintain. As we get older our skin loses it's elasticity and the signs of ageing appear in the form of uneven skin tone, fine lines and wrinkles. It may also manifest itself with the appearance of age spots or sun damaged skin. Thankfully there are different beauty treatments available, usually in laser clinics that can improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles as well as improve the skin tone and get rid of age spots leaving your skin looking more youthful. IPL and Laser skin rejuvenation treatments can leave the skin looking more vibrant and glowing while improving the appearance of blemishes and marks such as broken capillaries and facial thread veins. The laser and ipl rejuvenation treatment stimulates our natural collagen production while removing the dead skin cells which gives our skin the dull appearance.

Although you may not end up looking ten years younger after just one treatment there will be a dramatic improvement to the skin tone. The goal of a photo rejuvenation treatment is to improve the skin after it has been exposed to UV rays or generally has deteriorated through the natural ageing process. The ideal age for a photorejuvenation treatment is between 35-55 and it is advisable to take photos prior and after treatment to see that overall improvement. A course of treatment would be advised to achieve optimum results and you may be offered a discount in a laser clinic if you book a course at the beginning of your IPL or laser treatment.

Before you have a laser or IPL rejuvenation treatment you will be required to attend a free consultation where a test patch will be carried out. This gives you the chance to feel what the treatment is like and have your questions answered by a qualified laser or IPL practitioner. When you begin your rejuvenation treatment you will be asked to remove all facial make-up as it may block the laser or absorb the IPL energy. The laser or IPL will penetrate the dermis and a cooling gel will be used on the skin. The gel is a water based gel so is not a problem if you have sensitive skin. The IPL or laser will be set up according to your skin type and tone, these parameters will be set during your free consultation and test patch session. Treatments will usually take place 2-4 weeks apart and a course of 3 would be recommended for the best effect.

Another form of rejuvenation treatments offered in specialised laser clinics are products such as BOTOX™ and Juvéderm Ultra which are two brand names you may be familiar with. BOTOX™ and Juvéderm Ultra are used to a) fill in the deeper lines and b) relax the muscles rendering them unable to produce creases. Whereas IPL rejuvenation or laser rejuvenation concentrates on skin tone and freshness BOTOX™ and Juvéderm Ultra concentrate more on the lines that have appeared over time and will not disappear with a skin tightening treatment. BOTOX™ and Juvéderm Ultra should only be carried out by a trained medical professional, usually a nurse practitioner, doctor of dentist. When you are researching where to go for wrinkle softening treatments and dermal fillers you should remember that if you see 'cheap BOTOX™' the chances are, you are not being given the same product. Some products that are cheaper are not as balanced as BOTOX™ or Juvéderm Ultra and this will show in the results and the longevity of treatment.