— LASER & LIGHT —

Fade sun spots, even your tone

Intense pulsed light (IPL) to target sun spots and brown spots and restore a more even complexion, performed under physician supervision in the Chicago Loop.

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Performed by licensed medical providers under physician supervision

60 minutes reserved for your first consultation or a new treatment plan. See how we care for you

At a glance

IPL photofacial, face
IPL photofacial, hands

Visit length: About 30 to 45 minutes, depending on the area.
Suggested plan: Often 3 to 5 sessions, spaced 3 to 4 weeks apart.
Ongoing care: Periodic sessions, commonly once or twice a year.

Full treatment details

— Treatment Overview —

What Sun Spot Removal Involves

Sun spots and brown spots are areas of excess pigment caused by sun exposure over time. Sun spot removal at Chicago Medspa uses intense pulsed light to break up that pigment so it can fade, helping restore a more even complexion. It is a non-invasive treatment with minimal downtime, and results build over a short series of sessions — for full-face tone and redness, see our IPL photofacial. A consultation confirms whether IPL is right for your skin.

— The Experience —

How It Works

A handpiece delivers gentle pulses of light that are absorbed by the pigment in sun spots and brown spots.
A session typically takes about 20 to 45 minutes, depending on the area.
Most people describe a brief warm snapping sensation, with minimal downtime.
Treatment is usually done as a short series spaced a few weeks apart; your provider will outline a plan.

— Candidacy —

Who It's For

Adults with sun spots, brown spots, or uneven pigment who want a non-invasive option with little downtime. IPL is well suited to fair-to-medium skin tones; a consultation will confirm whether it is appropriate for your skin, as it is not recommended for everyone.

— Results —

Aftercare & Results

You can usually return to normal activities right away. Treated spots commonly look darker for several days and then flake away, and brief redness or warmth settles within hours. Daily sun protection is essential to protect and prolong your results.

— Planning Your Visit —

Treatment Details

Treatment options

IPL photofacial, face
IPL photofacial, hands

Sun spot removal is delivered with IPL, and the booking menu lists it by area. Facial sun spots are booked as IPL photofacial, face. Spots on the hands are booked as IPL photofacial, hands. Current service prices are available in online booking, and your plan is confirmed at the complimentary consultation.

Appointment Length: About 30 to 45 minutes, depending on the area.
Typical Course: Often 3 to 5 sessions, spaced 3 to 4 weeks apart.
Maintenance: Periodic sessions, commonly once or twice a year.

A consultation sets the series for your skin and sun history.

In-clinic visits: no deposit, no fees

Your consultation is complimentary, with no obligation to book. We take no deposit to hold your in-clinic appointment, and we charge nothing to cancel, to reschedule, or for a visit you miss.

Your care, thoughtfully planned

Time to be heard.
Clarity at every step.

Tell us what matters to you, what you are unsure about, and what you want to understand before deciding. We make space for that conversation.

Your consultation is complimentary, with no obligation to book.

Consultation and treatment are separate reservations. If you want both on the same day, ask our team to reserve both. A consultation alone does not include a treatment slot.

Returning patients and package visits receive a focused progress review. A new concern or treatment plan may need a separate extended consultation.

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Questions before or after your visit? Call (312) 426-2033.

01 / We listen and explain

Identify the areas you want assessed and discuss previous pigment treatments, your current routine and what you hope to understand about the options.

You can bring questions, your current routine and details of prior treatments. Our team provides any intake or consent forms through the separate secure care system.

Ask us to explain unfamiliar terms or repeat anything. We review your priorities together before recommending a next step.

02 / We agree on your plan

We explain the proposed approach, alternatives, limits, relevant risks, expected recovery and the total cost before you decide. You can take time to think, ask for a staged plan or decide against treatment.

Questions we will work through with you:

What assessment is needed before choosing an approach for these marks?
Which treatment and area would the proposed appointment cover?
What would you want to compare at follow-up before suggesting further treatment?

03 / You stay part of the conversation

If you proceed, your provider explains the steps and comfort options, confirms your agreement and checks in with you throughout. Let us know if you need a pause or more explanation.

The reserved visit includes the care around the procedure, not just active treatment. Preparation, treatment time and instructions vary by service. We confirm the appointment length before booking and discuss any change with you.

04 / Leave with clear next steps

Before you leave, we review your written instructions, what to expect next, which concerns need a call or urgent care, and how to reach the team. We invite you to talk through the plan in your own words so we can clear up anything that is uncertain.

Your take-home conversation includes:

The preparation and aftercare guidance for the approach actually selected.
How to contact the team about a change or concern in your skin.
Which ongoing skin-care and protection topics to discuss when reviewing the result.

We discuss how to support your goals at home and when to review your plan. Where a treatment has a visible result, we explain what is known about maintenance without promising that a product, routine or extra treatment will make it last longer. Your next step follows your response and goals.

— Frequently Asked —

Questions, Answered

How do the spots fade?

After treatment, spots commonly darken first and then flake away over a week or two, leaving a more even tone. Results build over a series of sessions.

Is there downtime?

Minimal. Darkening and flaking of spots is expected; brief redness or warmth usually settles within hours.

How many sessions will I need?

Most people benefit from a short series spaced a few weeks apart. Your provider will recommend a plan at your consultation.

Is it right for every skin tone?

No. IPL is well suited to fair-to-medium skin tones. If it is not appropriate for your skin, your provider can discuss other options.

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