Photo Rejuvenation is an advanced skin conditioning treatment that uses a pulsed light that is attracted to a chromophore (a tiny substructure that light absorbs into), that is then turned into heat. That heat helps to stimulate collagen production, which helps to rejuvenate skin, plump it up, and reduce the appearance of fine lines, pigmentation and redness.

Photo Rejuvenation uses a pulsed light which safely pulses high energy light beams through the skin surface, targeting skin pigmentation in the underlying tissue and minor surface blood vessels – the light wavelengths are attracted to the melanin (pigment in the skin) and to oxyhaemoglobin (red blood). This generates heat and stimulates an inflammatory response in the skin, triggering a healing process that results in a reduction of pigment and red blood vessels. Once the pigment has been targeted, it comes to the surface of the skin and then flakes away. Improve skin texture, complexion and encourage the production of collagen with Photo Rejuvenation.

A Photo Rejuvenation treatment is $500. Members on a Reformaskin membership will save on every treatment by signing up to a package of treatments, you'll enjoy each session for only $320.

VPL and IPL are both impulse light treatments and used for Photo Rejuvenation treatments. They are just different machines that use different settings.

Let’s be honest, it’s not the most comfortable treatment. There is certainly a sensation - most people feel a short, sharp blast of heat (we liken it to a hot rubber band flicking the skin), but the light pulses are brief and can be timed for your level of comfort.

A Photo Rejuvenation treatment takes between 15 minutes to 1 hour depending on the area being treated. Most appointment times are between 30 - 45 minutes.

Photo Rejuvenation is suitable for those with pigmentary concerns, pigmentation caused by sun damage, broken capillaries or anything redness wise - plus it can help stimulate collagen production in the skin. We can only treat skin on the Fitzpatrick scale of 1 - 3 (this system defines how much melanin is in one’s skin).

Photo Rejuvenation is not suitable during pregnancy.

During your consultation, our experts will assess your skin and identify if Photo Rejuvenation is right for you.

Most Caci customers notice a reduction in redness and pigmentation after their first few treatments. The results continue to improve over a course of treatments.

At Caci we recommend having 4-5 treatments every 4-5 weeks to ensure long lasting and real results. On our Reformaskin membership, we also prep and support the skin with our skin conditioning treatments and at home skincare to get the best results from your advanced treatments.

After your Photo Rejuvenation treatment, you may experience slight swelling for up to 4-5 days, particularly if capillaries and red veins have been treated. Redness is fairly common after a Photo Rejuvenation treatment, and may last for a few minutes or up to 24 hours.

Pigmented areas will darken noticeably within a few hours of treatment and small dark spots can form (this means it is working!) and can last from 3 days to 3 weeks. These spots will move to the surface of the skin and flake off.

Your skin may be pink or even red post treatment. You may experience some flakiness. It may feel a little like mild sunburn or windburn. You can apply a cold compress if required.

It is possible for blistering to develop. If this happens do not burst the blister. You must contact your clinic for a review and further care instructions. 

Over the next few days you may find dark patches appear on your skin that we refer to as the ‘milo’ effect. Do not pick or scratch these marks, as it may result in scarring. If they occur, they will last approximately 7 days.

• Apply SPF50+ sunscreen daily. This is critical for the first 7 days.
  
• Avoid rubbing the treatment area, exfoliating products or coarse facecloths until the skin has returned to its pre- treatment condition. 
  
• Avoid active skin products, such as those containing AHA’s (glycolic, lactic and salicylic acids), high doses of Vitamin C or A (Stieva A), for 48 hrs post treatment.
  
• Avoid anti-inflammatory medication, such as Aspirin, Ibuprofen, (unless they have been prescribed by your doctor) for 3 days post treatment. 
  
• If you have sensitive skin, do not try any new products for 2-3 days post treatment. 
  
• Avoid sun exposure, sunbeds or artificial tanning (including self tan) to the treatment area between treatments. This may prevent your next treatment, disrupt your treatment plan and may affect the outcome of your results.
  
• Avoid exercise or activities that may cause excessive sweating for 24-48hrs post treatment.
  
• If required we recommend using mineral makeup only. 

If you have any questions, please call your Caci clinic.