At Dr Haus Dermatology, we offer dermatologist-led IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) treatments designed to improve redness, pigmentation, acne-related redness, and overall skin quality while supporting healthier, more radiant skin.
IPL is a versatile light-based treatment widely used within dermatology to target concerns such as rosacea, visible vessels, sun damage, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin tone. In addition to improving visible skin changes, IPL can also stimulate collagen activity and support broader skin rejuvenation over time.
At our Harley Street clinic, IPL is approached as a medical treatment rather than a cosmetic “quick fix”. Careful diagnosis, patient selection, and treatment planning are essential to achieving safe and effective results, particularly when treating more complex pigmentation or vascular concerns.
As one of London’s leading dermatology clinics, we combine advanced IPL technology with extensive expertise across medical and aesthetic dermatology. This allows us to create personalised treatment plans tailored to each patient’s skin condition, skin type, and long-term skin health goals.
IPL uses controlled pulses of broad-spectrum light to target pigmentation, redness, and visible blood vessels within the skin. Unlike traditional lasers that use a single wavelength, IPL works across multiple wavelengths, allowing it to treat several concerns simultaneously while supporting overall skin rejuvenation.
When absorbed by excess pigment or blood vessels beneath the skin, the light energy generates controlled heat which helps break down unwanted pigmentation and vascular changes. These are then gradually cleared naturally by the body. IPL can also stimulate collagen activity and support improvements in overall skin quality and texture.
IPL is commonly used within dermatology to treat concerns such as rosacea, acne-related redness, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), sun damage, and uneven skin tone.
IPL is a popular option for patients seeking clearer, brighter, and more even-looking skin with minimal downtime. Common concerns treated with IPL include:
Reduction of Redness and Rosacea
IPL can help improve persistent facial redness, flushing, and visible vessels commonly associated with rosacea.
Improvement of Pigmentation and Sun Damage
IPL targets excess melanin within the skin to reduce the appearance of sunspots, age spots, and uneven pigmentation.
Treatment of Acne-Related Redness and PIH
IPL may help reduce residual redness and post-inflammatory pigmentation following acne breakouts.
Improvement of Overall Skin Clarity
By targeting multiple concerns simultaneously, IPL can help improve overall skin tone and brightness.
Collagen Stimulation and Skin Rejuvenation
IPL also supports collagen activity, helping improve skin quality and early signs of skin ageing over time.
Minimal Downtime
Most patients experience only mild redness following treatment, allowing a relatively quick return to normal activities.
Before undergoing IPL treatment, you will have a detailed face-to-face consultation with one of our experienced team members. During this consultation, we assess your skin type, underlying skin condition, treatment history, and specific concerns to determine whether IPL is the most appropriate option for your skin.
At Dr Haus Dermatology, treatment plans are tailored to the individual. In some cases IPL may be recommended as a standalone treatment, while in others it may be combined with treatments such as medical-grade skincare, laser treatments, or chemical peels to achieve the best possible outcome.
IPL treatments are carried out using advanced light-based technology. The procedure itself is relatively quick, with most treatments taking between 20 to 45 minutes depending on the area being treated.
During treatment, pulses of light are delivered across the skin using a handheld device. Most patients describe the sensation as similar to a mild flick against the skin. Cooling measures are used throughout treatment to maintain comfort.
After treatment, some temporary redness or warmth is common, similar to mild sun exposure. Pigmented areas may darken slightly before gradually fading over the following days. Most patients are able to return to normal activities shortly afterwards, although careful sun protection remains essential during the treatment course.
At Dr Haus Dermatology, we have been using advanced light and laser technologies to treat skin concerns from our Harley Street clinic for over 15 years. Our experience has shown us that successful IPL treatment depends not only on the technology itself, but also on careful diagnosis, correct patient selection, and knowing when to combine or adapt treatments to achieve safe and effective results.
Our founder, Dr Haus, is a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for Lynton Lasers, the UK’s leading laser manufacturer. Combined with our wider dermatology expertise, this allows us to offer evidence-based treatment plans grounded in both clinical safety and long-term skin health.
We are also committed to investing in advanced technology and regenerative approaches to skin treatment. With access to multiple laser and light-based platforms, we can tailor treatment plans depending on the skin condition being treated, whether that involves IPL alone or a combination approach to address pigmentation, redness, acne-related changes, or overall skin rejuvenation.
Finally, our experience has reinforced the importance of appropriate aftercare and ongoing skin support. Following treatment, patients receive tailored aftercare advice alongside recommendations for medical-grade skincare and sun protection to help optimise healing, maintain results, and support healthier skin long-term.
For more information about IPL treatments in London, contact the clinic today to speak to one of our friendly professionals.
You can contact us by telephone on +44 20 7935 6358, send an enquiry via our Contact Page or email [email protected].
