Alias Name
E-LIGHT

Procedure Detail
E-Light system uses a technology called ELOS. It combines Optical (IPL) and Radio Frequency (RF) to deliver satisfying, longer-lasting results. E-Light Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) uses wavelengths of heated light and assisted Radio Frequency which are directly aimed at the pigmented spots.

Features
this technology include the fact that the pigment is able to be targeted precisely without damaging the surrounding tissue.

Benefits
Skin rejuvenation,clarify skin; whitening and removing pigments, eliminating melanin, repairing skin

Recommended
Large pores, dull skin tone, uneven skin tone, photo-aging, hyperpigmentation, exogenous pigment

Suitable Candidate
Those with chloasma on the face; those with pigmented spots on the face.

Popularity

Safety

Complexity
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Pros
It has a wide treatment range and can remove a variety of pigmentations; the treatment is deeper and the result is cleaner; safe and highly effective method of reducing unwanted pigmentation and improving the tone of the skin without suffering painful side effects.

Cons
The requirements for post-treatment care are strict; multiple treatments are needed to achieve the desired effect.

Unsuitable Candidate
Pregnant women, those who are allergic to photo-light, those who have recently taken photosensitivity drugs; those who have undergone short-term skin resurfacing; those who have sensitive skin and are highly susceptible to allergies; those who cannot avoid exposure to sunlight after treatment; Diabetes, hypertension, etc.), epilepsy, etc.; The treatment site has fillers, open wounds, inflammation (such as pustules, allergies, etc.) or skin diseases (such as psoriasis, vitiligo, eczema, etc.).

Scar
No

Treatment Time
20-30min

Anesthesia Method
Not needed

Treatment Course
 3-6 treatments per course, with interval of 1 month time.

Procedures Technique
Photoelectric Therapy

Sustainability
about 1 year

Recovery Period
5-7 days

Qualification
Practicing physician in medical aesthetics or board-certified dermatologist

Pain Scale
mild pain

Before the Procedure

1. Avoid exposure to the sun two weeks before treatment, otherwise pigmentation and scars will easily appear;

2. Clean your face before treatment and do not put on make-up on the day

3.  There should be no inflammation or rupture on skin.

0 days to 3 days Red and swollen period
Recovery tips:
Some patients may experience local redness and swelling and heat, which is normal and will disappears by itself within 2 hours.

Aftercare methods:

1. After treatment, you can use collagen face mask or ice pack

2. Supplement more vitamin C, pay attention to skin moisturizing, strict sun protection, and wash your face with cold water

3. No smoking,no alcohol and no spicy food

4. During the week, do not wash your face with hot water; and on the first three days, wipe gently with a wet wipe, and do not massage the skin.

4 to 7 days scab forming period
Recovery tips:
Scabs will appear, please remember not to touch with your hands, and let the scabs fall off naturally, otherwise might leave scar.

Caring methods:

1. Try not to go out as much as possible. If you have to go out, you must put on sun protection. Use umbrellas, hats, sunglasses and masks; in addition

2.  Do not rub or massage, no smoking, no alcohol, no spicy food, and avoid dark coloring foods such as coffee, cola, etc

3. Do not participate in intense exercise to avoid infection after sweating;
4. Do not use other drugs or cosmetics.

 
8 to 15 days scabd and shedding period
Recovery tips:
The scab is gradually shedding to form pale pink new skin.

Caring methods:

1. Continue to use skin repairing products, must use sun protection, and lot of skin moisturizing

2. Do not scratch, let the scab mature and fall off by itself, and do not peel off forcefully.

16 days to 30 days recovery period 
Recovery tips:
postoperative reaction subsides, the effect gradually appears, the skin tone is brightened, and the stain is improved.

Caring methods:

1. Must use sun protection and moisturizing agent to avoid pigmentation caused by sunburn

2.  If you want to completely remove spots, you need to follow a course of treatment
3. If you have any adverse reactions after surgery, please go to the hospital for follow-up.

Reminder
The above postoperative care is for reference only. Due to individual differences and different surgical procedures, the recovery cycle, suture removal time and aftercare methods will be different. The specific plan is to follow the doctor’s advice.