Banish Bruises Faster: How IPL Can Help After Injectable Treatments
At Core Aesthetic, we know that even though injectable treatments like Botox and dermal fillers are minimally invasive, some clients may experience bruising or minor discoloration afterward. While bruising is a normal part of the healing process, IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) can be a game-changer for speeding up recovery and restoring your skin’s natural glow.
Why Bruising Happens After Injectables
When fillers or Botox are injected, tiny blood vessels beneath the skin can be disrupted, causing blood to pool and form a bruise. Factors like sensitive skin, medications, or certain supplements can increase the likelihood of bruising. Typically, mild bruising resolves on its own within 7–14 days, but IPL can help accelerate this process and improve your skin’s appearance in the meantime.
How IPL Helps Bruises Heal
IPL delivers broad-spectrum light that is absorbed by hemoglobin (the red pigment in blood). This light breaks down trapped blood in the bruised area, helping your body reabsorb it more quickly. The result? Faster fading of redness, purple, or blue discoloration from bruising — without affecting the surrounding skin.
At Core Aesthetic, we use the Lumecca IPL system, which allows us to customize the wavelength and intensity based on your skin tone and the severity of the bruise, ensuring safe and effective treatment.
Who Can Benefit from IPL for Bruises
IPL is ideal for anyone experiencing post-injection bruising, especially:
Clients who bruise easily
Those looking to attend an event quickly after treatment
Individuals seeking minimal downtime while recovering
Because the treatment is gentle, it’s safe for use on the face and neck, and can be combined with other skincare protocols to maintain skin health.
What to Expect: Before, During, and After IPL
Before: Your provider will examine the bruised area and adjust IPL settings to your skin type and the severity of the discoloration. Avoid makeup on the treatment area for best results.
During: You’ll wear protective goggles while the handpiece delivers light pulses to the affected area. Most clients describe the sensation as a light snapping or warmth, which is very tolerable.
After: You may notice mild redness for a few hours. The bruise should start fading more quickly over the next 1–3 days, depending on the severity and your body’s natural healing rate. We recommend sun protection and gentle skincare while the area recovers.
Why Core Aesthetic Recommends IPL for Bruises
At Core Aesthetic, our focus is on minimizing downtime and maximizing confidence for our clients. IPL for bruising is a safe, non-invasive solution that:
Reduces the appearance of bruises faster than the body alone
Promotes even skin tone and brightness
Allows you to enjoy your injectable results sooner
Our experienced providers carefully customize each session to your needs, ensuring that your skin heals quickly and looks flawless.
Quick Tips to Minimize Bruising After Injectables
Avoid alcohol, aspirin, and NSAIDs 24–48 hours before injections (if medically safe)
Apply a cold compress immediately after treatment
Schedule an IPL session 24–48 hours after your injectable for optimal results
Ready to Fade Bruises Fast?
If you want to enjoy the benefits of your injectables without the downtime from bruising, IPL might be the perfect solution.
Book your complimentary consultation at Core Aesthetic today and let our team create a customized post-injection recovery plan — because glowing, confident skin waits for no one.
