At Alpenglow Aesthetics, we use the Alma Harmony Pro to lift away years of sun damage and redness with medical-grade precision. Our IPL treatments are designed to restore your skin’s natural clarity, leaving you with a refreshed and luminous glow.
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL), often called a photofacial, is a non-invasive light therapy that targets specific colors in the skin, specifically, the browns of sun damage and the reds of broken capillaries. At Alpenglow, we use the advanced Alma Harmony Pro system to deliver precise wavelengths of light that gently heat and break down these pigments. It’s an essential tool for those looking to reverse the effects of the Montana sun or manage chronic redness like rosacea.
Fades sun spots, reduces redness, and evens skin tone.
Treatments typically take 30–45 minutes.
Minimal; pigment may darken and flake off over 5–7 days.
Improved clarity after one session; best results after a series.
Long-lasting results when paired with medical-grade SPF.
IPL laser is a powerful, non-invasive light-based treatment that helps fade brown spots, sun damage, redness, visible vessels, and uneven texture. Many people know it as a “photofacial.” Using carefully filtered pulses of light, our medical providers precisely target pigment and redness at the surface of your skin while keeping the surrounding tissue safe.
At Alpenglow, we use the advanced Alma Harmony Pro system to deliver precise wavelengths of light that gently heat and break down these pigments. IPL is an essential tool for those looking to reverse the effects of the Montana sun or manage chronic redness like rosacea. The result is a clearer, smoother, more even-looking complexion with little to no downtime, so you can get back to life quickly.
Your session begins in our relaxed, boutique environment with a thorough cleansing of the skin. After applying a cooling gel, your medical provider will guide the Alma Harmony Pro handpiece over the treatment area. You may feel a sensation similar to the snap of a small rubber band against the skin. Because our team is highly trained in the latest technology, we can adjust settings in real time to ensure your experience is as relaxed and comfortable as possible.
IPL laser is ideal when your skin tone starts to look uneven from life outdoors or daily environmental stressors. Using targeted light, IPL can noticeably improve:
While the face is the most common area for IPL, we also frequently treat the neck, chest (décolletage), and the backs of the hands — areas that often show the first signs of environmental aging and sun damage.
Targets both sun spots and redness in the same session for a smoother, more even skin tone.
Most patients return to work, errands, or the slopes the same day with only mild pinkness.
No incisions or needles, only controlled pulses of filtered light on the skin’s surface.
Improvements build gradually over a series of treatments so your skin looks naturally refreshed.
Ideal for visible sun damage on the face, chest, neck, arms, and hands common in active lifestyles.
Works seamlessly with medical-grade skincare like ZO to help maintain and extend your brighter results.
IPL is a fantastic option for individuals with lighter to medium skin tones who are looking to correct pigment issues. It is especially beneficial for those with sun-damaged skin or rosacea. During your consultation, we will assess your skin type to ensure IPL is the safest and most effective choice for you, as certain darker skin tones or very tanned skin may be better suited for our other light-based modalities.
Most patients feel comfortable going back to their normal day in right after IPL. You may notice mild warmth or tightness for a few hours, and brown spots often darken and look “peppery” for several days. This is expected and usually a sign that the pigment is breaking up and moving toward the surface. The most important thing is to shield your skin from the sun for the best, longest lasting results and avoid picking or scrubbing.
Gentle cleanser, a calming moisturizer, and a broad-spectrum sunscreen are essential, especially if you spend time outdoors. Our team will give you clear, simple aftercare instructions and can recommend ZO products that support healing, reduce redness, and help you maintain your brighter, more even tone.
Most patients see their best improvement with a series of 3 to 5 IPL sessions, spaced a few weeks apart. After each visit, you may notice early brightening or softening of redness, with more visible changes building session by session. Freckles and sun spots often flake or fade over 1 to 3 weeks as your skin renews.
Once your main series is complete, many people schedule a maintenance session 1 to 2 times a year, especially after lake, hiking, or ski season, to help balance ongoing sun exposure. During your consultation, we will map out a simple, realistic plan that fits your work, travel, and outdoor schedule so your results are easy to maintain.
Choosing Alpenglow Aesthetics for your IPL treatment means choosing a team that values expertise and personalized service. Every member of our staff is ZO-certified, and we treat your skin with the same high-touch care you’d expect from a luxury brand. We don't just provide a service. We offer a medical-led partnership focused on helping you feel your best, inside and out.
Most patients describe the sensation as a quick, hot snap. It is very brief, and our Alma Harmony Pro system is designed with cooling technology to keep the experience comfortable.
While you will see improvement after one visit, most patients achieve their best results after a series of 3 to 5 IPL sessions. We will help you create a plan that fits your goals.
We recommend avoiding direct sun exposure and self-tanners for at least 4 weeks prior to your treatment. IPL targets pigment, so having a tan can increase the risk of unwanted side effects.
This is a great sign! It means the laser successfully targeted the pigment. Skin spots turn dark and dry, then gently flake off within a week to reveal clear skin underneath.
Technically, IPL is intense pulsed light, which uses a broad spectrum of light rather than a single laser beam. This makes it incredibly effective for treating multiple concerns, like red and brown spots, at the same time.
Yes, you can typically apply makeup immediately after your session, though we recommend using clean brushes and a gentle formula to keep your skin happy as it begins to heal.
