P-PAL1 {Introduction to Aesthetic Uses of Impulse Light (IPL) Systems}

Introduction to Aesthetic Uses of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Systems

Outline

I.	Introduction

II.	Laser and IPL Systems

III.	Functional Mechanism of the IPL System
	A. Light
	B. Filtering of Light
	C. Chromophores/Targets
	D. Fluence

IV.	Effects of the IPL System on the Skin

V.	Applications of the IPL System
	A. Hair Removal
	B. Vascular Lesions
	C. Benign Pigmented Lesions
	D. Skin Rejuvenation
	E. Poikiloderma
	F. Acne
	G. Other

VI.	Possible Side Effects/Complications of the IPL System

VII.	Safety Considerations

VIII.	Conclusion