Advanced Skin Rejuvenation

DPL Photofacial

with Near-Infrared Skin Rejuvenation

Advanced narrow-band light to reduce brown spots and redness, paired with near-infrared collagen support for firmer, healthier skin over time.

Clear tone  •  Calmer redness  •  Subtle collagen renewal

Woman receiving DPL photofacial treatment with protective eyewear

If sun damage, redness, or brown spots are making your skin look older than you feel, you're not alone. DPL photofacial treatments target these concerns at the source — using calibrated light energy to restore a clearer, more even complexion.

How It Works

Treatment Overview

This treatment combines two proven technologies in one visit:

DPL — Dye-Based Narrow-Band Pulsed Light

Targets brown spots, redness, and acne by using precisely filtered light. Unnecessary wavelengths are removed so energy is focused exactly where your skin needs it — making treatment more comfortable and efficient than traditional IPL.

Near-Infrared Collagen Activation

A separate pass gently warms the deeper collagen layer of skin, stimulating new collagen and elastin formation for gradual firmness and resilience — without any surface damage or peeling.

Why DPL

How DPL Improves on Traditional IPL

IPL photofacials are common — here's how DPL refines the process for more precise results:

Standard IPL

VS

Advanced DPL

Broad, unfocused light spectrum
Higher surface heat
Variable comfort and results
Narrow, targeted light spectrum
Less excess heat
More predictable outcomes
Standard IPL (broad)Advanced DPL (targeted)

By removing unnecessary wavelengths, DPL delivers more targeted, controlled, and comfortable treatments than traditional IPL.

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Collagen Support

Why Near-Infrared Collagen Stimulation Is Included

Standard IPL improves what you see on the surface. Near-infrared addresses what supports the skin underneath.

After pigment and redness are treated, near-infrared energy gently warms the dermis — the collagen-rich layer of skin — to encourage gradual firmness, elasticity, and resilience.

Dermis (collagen-rich layer)

New collagen and elastin formation
Improved skin bounce and texture
Long-term skin quality — not just color

What It Does Not Do

No peeling
No damage to the surface
No aggressive downtime
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Candidacy

Is This Treatment Appropriate for You?

We approach this treatment with your safety and best results in mind.

Primary Treatment Indications

Sun damage and brown pigmentation

Diffuse redness or flushing

Uneven tone or dullness

Early texture changes or loss of firmness

Neck and chest photoaging

Skin Type Compatibility

This treatment is routinely suitable for Fitzpatrick Skin Types I–IV.

Type I

Very fair

Type II

Fair

Type III

Medium

Type IV

Olive

When This Treatment May Not Be Recommended

Active infections or open lesions

Recent sunburn or tanning

Certain photosensitizing medications

Pregnancy (near-infrared deferred)

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What to Expect

Expected Results and Recovery Timeline

Most patients return to normal activities the same day.

Immediately After

Mild redness and warmth
Skin may feel flushed for a few hours
Resume normal activity same day

3–7 Days

Brown spots darken and flake off naturally
Redness begins to even out
Skin appears clearer and brighter

4–12 Weeks

Collagen remodeling continues beneath the surface
Improved firmness and skin texture
Full results visible as skin renews
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Is This Right for You?

  • You have sun spots, age spots, or uneven pigmentation
  • You're bothered by facial redness or visible blood vessels
  • You want to improve overall skin tone without aggressive treatments
  • You're looking for a treatment with minimal downtime
  • You want gradual improvement that looks natural, not 'done'

Common Questions

FAQs

Real Results

Before & After Results

DPL NIR Photofacial before and after results

Before and after photos shown are representative results achieved with this technology. Individual results vary. Photos are sourced from published clinical literature and manufacturer documentation and are not patients of Lakewood Med Spa.

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