IPL + RF E-Light · Port Coquitlam
IPL + RF E-Light
Photofacial
Two energies, one treatment. Intense pulsed light corrects pigmentation, sun damage and redness while radio-frequency warms the dermis to trigger collagen. It evens tone and firms skin together.
Treatment Time
30–45 min
Sessions
4–6
Downtime
Minimal
Results
3–6 weeks
Benefits
Why Clients Choose It
Fades Pigmentation
Light energy targets melanin clusters, so sun spots, age spots and freckling lift away over days.
Reduces Redness
Targets hemoglobin in dilated capillaries to calm rosacea, flushing and visible vessels.
Firms & Lifts
RF energy heats the dermis to stimulate collagen and improve laxity. That is the E-Light advantage.
Refines Texture
Combined energies smooth the skin surface and even overall tone.
Gentler Than IPL Alone
Because RF shares the workload, E-Light uses lower light energy, so it is safer and more comfortable.
No Real Downtime
Return to your day right after; makeup the next morning.
The Science
How It Works
E-Light combines two proven technologies in a single pulse. Pigment and hemoglobin absorb the IPL, which breaks down brown spots and shrinks red vessels. At the same time, bipolar radio-frequency delivers uniform heat into the dermis and prompts fibroblasts to build new collagen.
Because the two energies work together, each can run at gentler settings than standalone systems, which means more comfort, more safety and consistent results across a 4–6 session series.
Technology · E-Light (IPL + Bipolar RF)
A professional photo-rejuvenation platform pairing filtered intense pulsed light with bipolar radio-frequency and contact cooling. It treats pigment, vascularity and laxity in one controlled pulse.
Filtered IPLBipolar RFContact CoolingPhoto-Rejuvenation
Your Visit
Treatment Steps
01
Skin Assessment
We map your pigment, redness and laxity concerns and confirm suitability, including a patch test where needed.
02
Preparation
We cleanse your skin, then apply protective eyewear and cooling gel.
03
E-Light Pulses
The applicator delivers calibrated pulses across each zone, a warm flick with each flash.
04
Cool & Calm
Contact cooling and a soothing mask settle the skin right away.
05
Series Planning
We space sessions 3–4 weeks apart and photograph progress at each visit.
Who It's For
- Sun damage, freckling and age spots
- Rosacea, flushing and visible capillaries
- Uneven tone and post-summer pigmentation
- Early laxity and fine lines
- Dull skin needing overall rejuvenation
Contraindications
- Tanned or recently sun-exposed skin
- Deeper skin tones (Fitzpatrick V–VI; safer alternatives advised)
- Pregnancy
- Photosensitizing medication or conditions
- Melasma (requires careful assessment)
How to Prepare
- No sun, tanning beds or self-tanner for 3–4 weeks
- Stop retinoids and exfoliating acids 5 days prior
- Avoid photosensitizing medication (confirm with doctor)
- Arrive with clean, product-free skin
Aftercare
- Spots may darken before flaking away over 7–14; do not pick
- Strict SPF 30+ every day between and after sessions
- Gentle skincare only for 48 hours
- Avoid saunas and hot workouts for 24 hours
FAQ
IPL + RF E-Light Questions
What does E-Light feel like?
Each pulse feels like a warm flick with mild heat that fades in seconds. Contact cooling keeps it comfortable throughout.
Why combine IPL with RF?
RF adds collagen stimulation and lets us use gentler light settings, so you get tone correction and firming in one treatment, with a better safety profile than IPL alone.
How many treatments will I need?
Most clients see change after 2 sessions, with best results after 4–6 spaced a month apart.
Is E-Light safe for my skin tone?
IPL-based treatments are safest on Fitzpatrick I–IV. For deeper skin tones we recommend the Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser instead. Your consultation confirms the safest option.
Begin Today
Ready for IPL + RF E-Light?
Book your complimentary consultation at our Port Coquitlam studio, serving Coquitlam, Port Moody and the Lower Mainland.