Lumecca IPL Photofacial in Mount Pleasant, SC

If your skin has collected years of sun exposure, IPL can be one of the most satisfying treatments we offer. Lumecca IPL helps fade visible sun spots, brown spots and redness while improving overall skin tone and clarity.

At Southern Grace, we commonly use IPL on the face, neck and chest—areas that tend to show sun damage first.

What IPL Can Improve

IPL is especially helpful for:

If the main thing bothering you is texture, acne scarring or loose skin, another treatment may be a better fit. We’ll help you choose based on what you actually want to improve.

How Lumecca IPL Works

IPL uses flashes of light to target unwanted brown and red discoloration in the skin. Over the days following treatment, brown spots may temporarily look darker before they begin to flake or fade. Redness can also gradually become less noticeable.

The goal is clearer, more even-looking skin—not changing your natural skin tone.

What to Expect After IPL

Your skin may feel warm or look pink immediately after treatment. Brown spots often darken before they improve, which is a normal part of the process.

Downtime is generally limited, but your skin needs to be protected from the sun before and after treatment. We’ll also review skincare products and medications that may need to be paused around your appointment.

How Many IPL Treatments Will I Need?

Some patients see a noticeable change after one treatment, especially with visible sun spots. Others benefit from a series depending on the amount of sun damage, redness and discoloration they want to address.

Once your initial goals are reached, occasional maintenance can help manage new sun damage over time—especially here in Charleston.

IPL for Tone & Pigmentation

Lumecca IPL targets selected brown and red discoloration, including visible sun damage, brown spots, redness and uneven tone.

PRICING: Starting at $400

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IPL Photofacial FAQs

Is IPL the same as a facial?

No. A facial works primarily on the surface of the skin, while IPL specifically targets visible brown and red discoloration. They can complement each other, but they solve different problems.

When is the best time of year for IPL?

IPL is easiest to plan when you can limit sun exposure before and after treatment. Fall and winter are popular times, but we can help you plan treatment around your lifestyle and sun exposure.

Can IPL treat the chest and neck?

Yes. The face, neck and chest are common treatment areas because they often show accumulated sun damage and uneven tone.