BBL stands for Broad Band Light, a light-based treatment that helps treat conditions on the surface of the skin. This treatment is designed to target pigmentation issues, like sun spots, age spots, rosacea and even melasma. Patients with acne may also find this treatment helpful to combat blemishes and redness.
BBL is the most powerful type of intense pulsed light—a therapy that uses pulses of light at specific wavelengths to target and break down skin structures like excessive pigment. It offers many customizable options to be able to specifically treat many types of pigmentation issues, like sun damage, freckles, age spots, melasma, rosacea and redness. When these affected areas absorb the light energy that is flashed, they break down and slough off over time.
When treating sun damage and overall skin texture, BBL is often paired with Moxi for the most effective and comprehensive treatment. When using both modalities, your aesthetic practitioner can target multiple layers of the skin simultaneously. Moxi laser works to improve tone and texture in the deeper skin layers, while BBL works on the surface to combat stubborn pigment, sun damage and age spots. With little-to-no downtime, this dynamic duo is the perfect solution for anyone seeking a transformative skincare solution.
Because this treatment uses light, it is unsafe to treat patients with darker skin tones. Your aesthetic practitioner will assess if you are a good candidate and offer solutions for your concerns, like Moxi, if BBL is not right for you. In general, BBL is ideal for patients who want to target pigmentation concerns and improve the overall even tone of their skin.
Does BBL hurt?
BBL is a mild treatment, and most patients experience little-to-no discomfort. Many describe the experience as a slight rubber-band snapping sensation.
How many BBL treatments are needed?
For best results, BBL treatments should be performed in a series. Most patients receive an average of 3 to 5 treatments, regardless of their concerns. These sessions are spaced around 4 weeks apart.
What is the downtime for a BBL treatment?
BBL has a very short recovery process, which makes it easily accessible to many patients. After treatment, you may resume daily activities. A few days later, pigmented areas may become darker and closer to the skin surface; in 7–14 days, these spots slough off. Allow this process to happen naturally and avoid scrubbing, picking, or pulling.
How much does BBL cost?
The cost of BBL treatments can vary based on the number of sessions needed and the area or areas to be treated. Book a complimentary consultation with an expert aesthetic practitioner to learn more.
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