Body, Hair & Laser
IPL (Lumecca)
Intense pulsed light for sunspots, redness and uneven tone.
At a glance
- Session
- 10–60 min, by area
- Recovery
- Minimal; spots may darken first
- Results
- 7–14 days
- Sessions
- 1–3 or more
Treatment duration, downtime, visible results and recommended sessions are approximate and vary from person to person. Your provider confirms them at your consultation.
What it is
Lumecca by InMode is an intense pulsed light (IPL) treatment. Instead of a single laser wavelength, it delivers a broad spectrum of light that targets the pigment in brown spots and the hemoglobin in small visible vessels. The light turns to heat, which helps break down unwanted pigment and reduce the look of those vessels.
Contact cooling helps keep you comfortable. Lumecca isn't right for every kind of pigment: melasma, for example, can get worse with light treatments, so your skin is assessed first.
Concerns it treats
- Sunspots and age spots
- Sun damage
- Freckles
- Uneven skin tone
- Facial redness
- Broken capillaries
Treatment areas
- Face
- Neck and décolletage
- Hands
- Arms and shoulders
Options
Session time
- Individual spots
- 10–15 min
- Nose and cheeks
- 15–20 min
- Full face
- 20–30 min
- Neck
- 15–25 min
- Décolletage
- 20–30 min
- Face and neck
- 30–45 min
- Face, neck and décolletage
- 45–60 min
- Hands
- 15–20 min
- Arms
- 30–45 min
Who it may suit
- Adults with sunspots, age spots or freckles
- People with mild facial redness or visible capillaries
- Anyone with uneven tone on the face, neck, chest or hands who wants little downtime
Why patients choose it
- Treats brown spots and visible vessels in the same session
- Broad-spectrum light, adjusted to your skin
- Many facial treatments take about 20 to 30 minutes
- Little downtime for most patients
- Some patients may notice clearer skin after the first session
- Planned for you after a skin assessment
What to consider
- Brown spots often darken before they flake off or fade, over about 7 to 14 days
- Redness, swelling, warmth or discomfort can follow treatment
- Risks include blistering, burns, pigment changes and, rarely, scarring
- Melasma may get worse with IPL and may need a different approach
- Best suited to lighter and some medium skin tones; darker skin may carry more risk and need another treatment
- Any spot that looks suspicious is checked by a physician first
Before your visit
- Avoid tanning, self-tanner and strong sun for about 4 weeks
- Use SPF 30 or higher every day
- Stop retinoids and exfoliating acids 5 to 7 days before, if your provider says so
- Don't wax or scrub the area right before
- Tell us about medications, sun sensitivity, recent procedures and any changing moles
- Arrive with clean skin: no makeup, lotion or perfume on the area
After your treatment
- Use cool compresses for warmth or discomfort
- Stay out of direct sun and use SPF 30 to 50
- Skip hot baths, saunas and hard exercise for 24 to 48 hours if the skin is still red
- Don't pick or scrub darkened spots; let them shed
- Skip retinoids, acids and other energy treatments on the area until you've healed, usually 5 to 7 days
- Call us for blistering, strong pain or worsening redness
Your provider will give you instructions for your own treatment plan.
Before and after
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Results vary. Individual results may differ.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lumecca a laser treatment?
No. Lumecca uses intense pulsed light (IPL), which delivers many wavelengths of light rather than the single wavelength of a laser. It targets selected pigment and vascular concerns.
Does Lumecca hurt?
You may feel warmth or brief discomfort with each pulse. Contact cooling helps make treatment more comfortable.
How many treatments will I need?
Many patients benefit from about 1 to 3, spaced about 3 to 4 weeks apart. Some concerns need more, and maintenance may be recommended as new sun damage appears.
How soon will I see results?
Some patients notice clearer skin within several days. Brown spots often darken, then flake or fade over about 7 to 14 days, and redness may improve over the following weeks. Results vary.
Will my dark spots get darker?
Often, for a short time. Treated spots usually darken before they flake off or fade. Don't pick at them.
Does Lumecca treat melasma?
Melasma needs particular caution, because light and heat can sometimes make it worse. Your provider may suggest a different approach.
Can it be used on darker skin tones?
It's generally best suited to lighter and some medium skin tones. Darker skin may carry a higher risk of burns or pigment changes, so it's assessed carefully, and another treatment may suit you better.
What's the difference between Lumecca and Vasculaze?
Lumecca uses broad-spectrum light for sun damage, uneven pigment and general redness. Vasculaze is a laser aimed at individual visible vessels, such as spider veins. Your provider decides which one fits your concern.
Can it be combined with Morpheus8?
Yes, in a staged plan. Lumecca treats pigment and redness near the surface, while Morpheus8 works on texture, fine lines and laxity. Your provider plans the timing.
Can I have IPL during pregnancy?
It's usually postponed during pregnancy, as a precaution for an elective treatment.
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