The Skin Source

Redefining Skin and Body Care

115 Lockwood Avenue Yonkers, NY, 10701 United States

(914) 979-1721

Serving Connecticut and New York's Westchester and Putnam Counties for over a decade. The Skin Source runs among the elite in Skin and Body Care. Specializing in FDA Approved Only advanced medical grade laser aesthetic applications and treatment protocols. Our services include Skin Tightening, Rejuvenation, Acne therapy, scarring and stretch-mark clearance, non-invasive liposuction, body contouring, cellulite reduction therapy, Laser Hair Removal, Microneedling facials, and advanced microneedling. As well as an array of facial options be it accompanied with a laser treatment or just on its own, using ecologically friendly natural and organic skin care products. Our services also include health and wellness coaching and weight loss solutions.

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Say goodbye to the effects of sun damage, rosacea, hyperpigmentation, and more. With the innovative Intense Pulsed Light (IPL™) photofacial/ fotofacial procedure, gentle skin rejuvenation is now easier than ever. IPL™ photorejuvenation is the latest in modern dermatology, allowing patients to transform red, blotchy skin into a radiant complexion. If you suffer from any of these problems, photofacial/fotofacial treatments may be the dermatological approach you've been looking for.

Proven Safe & Effective on ALL Skin Types for :
Skin Rejuvenation
Brown & Red Spots
Vascular Leisons
Melasma
Sun Damage & Age Spots
Acne therapy
Acne Clearance
Skin Color and Texture correction
Rosacea 

How IPL™ Photorejuvenation Works

During an IPL™ photorejuvenation treatment, high energy light waves are used to reduce or eliminate many common effects of aging, including facial wrinkles and skin discolorations. IPL™ light also encourages the production of collagen, a natural protein that fills in wrinkles, making the skin smooth and supple. With each treatment, the results of IPL™ photorejuvenation become more pronounced. Five full-face IPL™ photofacial/fotofacial sessions spaced three weeks apart are normally required for optimal results.

What to Expect During Treatment

Before the procedure begins, you will be given protective eyewear to protect you from the bright flashes of light. A cool gel is often applied to the treatment area, both to lubricate the handpiece and to help cool the epidermis during the treatment. Your skin care specialist will apply brief pulses of bright light to the skin through the handpiece. Depending on the size of the area being treated, the procedure may take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour.

During the IPL photofacial procedure, you will feel a warm sensation caused by the handpiece. Some patients liken the sensation to a light "snap" from a rubber band. The number of pulses you receive will depend on the size of the area being treated. Following the procedure, your skin care specialist may help you in icing down the treatment area to help soothe any discomfort from the procedure. This is often unnecessary, however, as IPL photofacial treatment causes very little pain.

Recovery Time

The recovery time from an IPL skin procedure is often very short, as there is very little damage done to the skin during treatment. Depending on the skin malady you are seeking to remedy as well as your skin type, the redness that is present following the procedure may persist for a longer or shorter period of time. The side effects of IPLTM photofacial treatment dissipate within a few hours for many patients. For some patients, however, the redness or dark spots may take a week to fade. Patients treated for severe acne sometimes experience longer recovery times, though they are often amazed by the results when the side effects wear off.

The most important things to remember following IPLTM photofacial treatment are to avoid the sun for several days and to wear plenty of sunblock for at least two weeks. Intense pulsed light therapy can give you excellent results for a year or more, but you must take care to ensure your skin is protected for the first few weeks after treatment.

Follow-Up IPL Treatments

Often, multiple IPL photofacial treatments are necessary to achieve maximum results. Especially if you are seeking to remedy multiple problems - for instance, if you are seeking to improve skin texture and reduce redness - multiple treatments affecting different layers of the skin will likely be needed. Your skin care specialist can help you find out how many IPL photofacial treatments you may need to achieve your cosmetic goals.