GP Fastlight IPL
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IPL Explained
Intense pulsed light, as the name implies, is a concentrated amount of non-coherent light energy that is produced by a Xenon flash lamp over a broad spectrum of wavelengths from 400 to 1200 nm. Different types of filters can be used to limit the wavelength/spectrum of the intense pulsed light. This light targets a range of structures or chromophores simultaneously. The Intense Pulsed Light system works on the principle of selective thermolysis by targeting a range of structures or chromophores simultaneously. The light energy is converted to heat energy in the targeted structures and these are heated to the point of destruction. Filters are used to cut-off selective light wave emissions. Therefore, the same device can treat various targets by applying different filters. A large spot size means the number of pulses per treatment area can be reduced, resulting in efficient treatment times. IPL treatment is ideal for the treatment of vascular lesions, permanent hair removal/reduction, pigmented lesions and multiple types of dyschromia, skin rejuvenation therapy for wrinkles, lax and ageing skin.
Hair Removal 640/600 nm filter
o Wavelength
is adapted to the melanin content of the target hair follicle and nearby tissues.
o The
intense pulsed light is selectively delivered to the hair follicle without
harming the epidermis.
o The photon energy is converted to heat energy,
which causes the temperature of the hair follicle to rise.
o This heat causes permanent damage to the hair
follicle and the blood vessels supplying the hair follicle.
o This
synergy, specific and exclusive to Intense Pulsed Light, helps to irreversibly
disable most of the cells responsible for hair growing.
Skin Rejuvenation 570 nm filter
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During this
procedure, an intense beam of light energy is directed into the affected area.
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The photon energy emitted by the IPL Light penetrates the subcutaneous layers and is absorbed by the
collagen and converted to heat energy.
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This results in selective thermolysis of the collagen resulting in the
heating and contraction of the collagen bundles.
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A
photochemical reaction occurs, with the formation of Oxygen Peroxide in the
mitochondria and ROS (Radical Oxygen Singlet) inside and outside the cells.
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Low amounts
of ROS clean both cells and tissue thus increasing their activity.
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High amounts
of ROS are toxic and kill the cells (for instance the old fibroblast), thus
stimulating the micro-drainage of the damaged old tissue and the deposition of
new tissue.
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This causes a biological stimulation, regeneration and realignment of
the collagen and elastin fibres.
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This stimulated cell turnover helps to generate new
collagen.
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This helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improve
the skin’s elasticity and shrink the pore size.
Acne Treatment 400nm filter
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This 400nm wavelength has an anti-bacterial effect, thus
destroying the bacteria responsible for acne.
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The
destruction is not only due to a higher singlet oxygen production but also as a
result of the stimulatory effect of the light on cytokine mechanisms, that stimulate
specific immune-regulatory pathways that play a significant role in
post-treatment healing of inflamed acne skin.
IPL for vascular and
pigmentation
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The Selected wavelengths when
multi-pulsed are equally suitable for treating pigmented lesions such as age
spots and freckles.
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Light absorbed by
melanin within the pigmented lesion is transformed into heat energy.