Book a Consultation

IPL (Photo Facial) Treatment

Nature of Skin offers a safe and effective way of treating skin due to sun damage and skin trauma.

CALL US

Gallery

View All
Before 1 (6)After 1 (6)
Before 3After 3 (1)
Before 2 (4)after 2.2

For New Patients

For Existing Patients

Click the 'New Client? Book Now' link to schedule your appointment

Enter your cell phone number to schedule your appointment

Book A Consultation

Contact Us

Dr. Saya Obayan, MD, MPH, FAAD

11615 Angus Rd Ste 203, Austin, TX 78759​

Why IPL (Photo Facial) treatment?

The Cutera® Limelight IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) is a Photo Facial laser that targets brown spots and redness to effectively even your skin tone. As we age, imperfections occur in our skin due to sun damage and skin trauma. Limelight IPL is a powerful technology that uses a superior type of IPL to rejuvenate your skin. We use the Limelight IPL Photo Facial on the face and neck for treating conditions such as uneven skin tone, brown spots, spider veins, and redness from the sun and environmental damage.

How does it work?

As the pulses of light pass through the skin’s surface, collagen production is stimulated and blood flow to broken capillaries is reduced. With the ability to deliver precise amounts of light to only the areas that need to be treated, pigments, redness and discolored areas will diffuse as your skin regenerates, revealing a more youthful, brighter complexion.

IPL (Photo Facial) Treatment FAQs

What areas of the body can be treated with IPL (Photo Facial)?

The IPL (Photo Facial) is targeted on the face and neck for treating a condition such as uneven skin tone, brown spots, spider veins, redness from the sun, and environmental damage.

Will I experience any downtime following the treatment?

No, since only mild pinkness (similar to a sunburn) may occur following a Cutera® Limelight Photo Facial, you can go back to your regular routine immediately following treatment.

How long does a typical IPL treatment take?

The treatment sessions take 30 minutes per session.

How many sessions are needed before I will see optimal results?

Nature of Skin recommends up to three Photo Facial sessions for best results.

How long do I need to wait before a second IPL treatment?

Nature of Skin recommends at least two weeks in between each Photo Facial treatment.

Other Laser Treatments

Titan Skin Tightening
Laser Hair Removal
Laser Genesis

Testimonials

209 Reviews

Jessica M. Verified patient

"I met Dr. Obayan for the first time and was in a lot of pain and she was extremely compassionate and professional. It was very obvious to me that she is practicing because she wants to help people.​"
Linda L. Verified Zocdoc patient

"She was very knowledgeable and took time to answer my questions"
Victoria P. Verified patient

"After 3 bad visits with other dermatologists, Dr. Obayan was wonderful. I feel confident that she will finally help me find out what’s going on with my skin."

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1 What does IPL treatment do?
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) uses broad-spectrum light energy to target pigmentation irregularities, redness, sun damage, and visible blood vessels. It improves overall skin tone and texture without breaking the skin’s surface — effective for sun spots, rosacea flushing, and uneven complexion.
IPL works best on patients with lighter to medium skin tones and significant sun damage, redness, or pigmentation concerns. Dr. Saya will assess your skin tone and concerns to determine whether IPL or an alternative is the safer, more effective choice for you.
Most patients see meaningful improvement after 3–5 sessions spaced 3–4 weeks apart. Results are cumulative, and a maintenance session once or twice per year helps preserve outcomes.
IPL has minimal downtime. You may experience redness and mild swelling for 24–48 hours. Dark spots typically darken before flaking off over 7–10 days — this is a normal part of the process. Sun protection is essential during healing and ongoing afterward.
IPL covers a broader area and treats multiple concerns simultaneously, while targeted lasers deliver more precise energy for specific lesions. IPL is often preferred for diffuse sun damage and redness, while lasers may be more appropriate for discrete spots or more resistant pigmentation. Dr. Saya will recommend the right approach based on your skin and goals.