InMode · Timmins

Lumecca IPL

A photofacial for sun spots, redness and uneven tone

Intense pulsed light targets the brown and red pigment in your skin to fade sun damage, calm redness and even out your complexion. Quick sessions; spots darken and flake off over a few days to 2 weeks.

Book Appointment (705) 262-7075
Appointment20 to 45 minDepends on the area
Sessions3About 4 weeks apart
Results1 to 2 weeksSpots darken, then flake off
DowntimeDays to 2 weeksVaries from person to person
How It Works

Light that clears

Lumecca by InMode is an intense pulsed light (IPL) device. Each pulse of light passes into the skin and is absorbed by melanin in brown spots and by hemoglobin in small visible vessels.

That light turns into gentle heat, which breaks up excess pigment and helps fade redness while the skin around it is left intact. Lumecca puts most of its energy into the range of light that brown and red pigment absorb best, so a series of 3 sessions can leave skin looking clearer and more even.

Lumecca IPL handpiece by InMode
  • Sun and age spots
  • Facial redness
  • Broken capillaries
  • Large treatment window
  • Cooled tip for comfort
  • Quick sessions
Two Handpieces

Matched to your skin

Lumecca has two handpieces. The one used for your treatment is chosen for your skin type on the Fitzpatrick scale, which looks at your natural skin colour and how easily you burn or tan.

515

Lumecca 515

For very fair to fair skin that burns easily and tans very little. Fitzpatrick types I and II.

580

Lumecca 580

For light to medium and olive skin that tans more easily. Fitzpatrick types III and IV.

Skin type quizQuestion 1 of 7

Based on the Fitzpatrick skin type scale. This is a guide only. Your skin type is confirmed at your consultation so the right handpiece and settings are used for you. Take the full skin type quiz

What It Treats

Concerns and areas

Pigment

  • Sun spots and age spots
  • Freckles
  • Uneven, blotchy tone from sun damage

Redness

  • Facial redness and flushing including rosacea
  • Broken capillaries
  • Small spider veins on the face

Areas

  • Face and neck
  • Chest and décolleté
  • Hands, arms, shoulders and back

Have a deeper skin tone? Ask about Morpheus8.

Results

Before & after

Lumecca IPL before and after on the chest, sun spots and pigmentation

Sun spots and pigmentation on the chest, 3 months after Lumecca IPL. Example result, not a Clinique Larrivée client. Photo courtesy of InMode. Individual results vary.

Your Appointment

What to expect

Consultation

We assess your skin type, concerns and health history, then choose your handpiece and plan your sessions. All treatments are performed by licensed nurses under medical directive.

Preparation

Your skin is double cleansed and disinfected, then a cool ultrasound gel is applied. You wear protective goggles for the whole treatment.

Treatment

The handpiece is placed on the skin and delivers pulses of light. Most clients feel a quick warm snap, softened by the cooled tip.

Results

The gel is wiped away and you go home with aftercare instructions. Brown spots darken like coffee grounds, then flake off as the skin heals over a few days to 2 weeks, depending on the person. Redness fades gradually.

Is It Right for You?

A good fit if you

  • Are 19 or older and in good general health
  • Have sun spots, age spots or freckles
  • Have facial redness or broken capillaries
  • Have very fair to olive skin (types I to IV)
  • Have no recent tan
When it may not be suitable
  • Pregnant or breastfeeding
  • A fresh or recent tan, sunburn or self tanner
  • Deeper skin tones (types V and VI)
  • Recent isotretinoin (Accutane) use
  • Medications or conditions that make the skin sensitive to light
  • An active infection, cold sore or open wound in the area
Possible side effects
  • Redness and warmth, most often gone within a few hours
  • Mild swelling
  • Brown spots darken before they flake off, which is expected
  • Rare: blistering or lighter or darker patches of skin
Before & after care

Before

  • No tan on the day of treatment, including a fresh tan
  • Avoid sun, tanning and tanning beds for 4 weeks
  • Avoid self tanner for 2 weeks
  • Stop retinol, AHAs and exfoliants 5 to 7 days before
  • Arrive with clean skin, no makeup, lotion or SPF

After

  • Do not pick, scrub or exfoliate the darkened spots
  • Use SPF 50 or higher every day
  • Avoid direct sun for at least 2 weeks
  • Use a gentle cleanser and moisturizer
  • Skip saunas, hot showers and intense workouts for 24 to 48 hours
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Does it hurt?
Most clients feel a quick warm snap with each pulse, like a light elastic band. The cooled tip keeps it comfortable, and sessions are short.
How many sessions will I need?
Many clients notice clearer looking skin after 1 session, and results vary from person to person. We recommend a series of 3 sessions about 4 weeks apart for the best result. Your plan is set at your consultation.
Why do my spots look darker after treatment?
This is normal and means the light reached the pigment. The spots rise to the surface, look like coffee grounds, then flake off on their own over 1 to 2 weeks. Let them shed and do not pick them.
Can it be used on darker skin tones?
Lumecca is used on Fitzpatrick skin types I to IV. It is not recommended for deeper skin tones because of the risk of pigment changes. Morpheus8 may be a better option, and we can guide you at your consultation.
Can I be treated if I have a tan?
No. Tanned skin, including a fresh tan or self tanner, absorbs more of the light and raises the risk of burns and pigment changes. We wait until your tan has fully faded. Avoid sun and tanning for 4 weeks and self tanner for 2 weeks before your session.
When is the best time of year?
Fall and winter are ideal, when there is less sun and it is easier to avoid tanning before and after your sessions.
Can I combine Lumecca with other treatments?
Yes. Lumecca pairs well with Forma, Morpheus8 and injectables. We plan the timing between treatments with you.
Treatment devices at Clinique Larrivée in Timmins
On Instagram
Lumecca IPL photofacial by InMode at Clinique Larrivée Lumecca IPL results after two sessions at Clinique Larrivée
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Individual results vary.

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Clearer, more even skin, right here in Timmins.

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Treatments by Cynthia Larrivée, RPN, and Rachel Otis, RPN, under the medical directive of Susan Jomha, NP, Medical Director.