Clearer skin tone and more even pigmentation are possible without invasive procedures. Lumecca is a high-powered IPL (intense pulsed light) treatment performed by Beverly Friedlander MD in Short Hills, New Jersey. Using advanced light technology, it breaks up discoloration, sun damage, and visible vessels to help refine your complexion and reduce signs of aging.
Dr. Bev, a board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 25 years of experience, performs each Lumecca session herself, ensuring medical precision from start to finish.
What is Lumecca?
Lumecca emits pulses of light that target melanin or hemoglobin in the skin. The light energy is absorbed by these pigments, breaking them down so your body can gradually flush them away.
Most sessions last about 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the treatment area. The sensation is often described as a light snap or flick on the skin.
After treatment, pigmentation may temporarily darken before fading, and some redness or mild swelling may occur for a day or two. This dark pigmentation looks like coffee grinds, but may only be seen after the first treatment.
What Lumecca Treats
What to Expect After Lumecca
Lumecca IPL can treat a variety of pigment and vascular concerns, including:
- Sun spots and age spots
- Redness and broken capillaries
- Rosacea
- Freckles and uneven tone
- Hyperpigmentation
Lumecca can be used on the face, chest, neck, hands, and other sun-exposed areas that show signs of photoaging.
Results develop over the course of one to two weeks, depending on your skin’s response. Dr. Bev typically recommends a series of 3-6 treatments for full results, spaced several weeks apart and maintanence treatments once-twice a year.
Common benefits include:
- Brighter skin tone
- More uniform pigmentation
- Reduction in red or brown discoloration
- Fresher, healthier-looking skin
Lumecca is also known as a photofacial, since it treats problems caused by sun exposure. The most important thing that you can do is to avoid direct sun exposure and tanning for four weeks after (and before) the IPL Photofacial and make sure to apply sunscreen liberally to protect your skin.
What Lumecca Will Not Treat
Lumecca is a light based skin treatment. It works well on people with lighter skin types ( Fitzpatrick I-IV). It should be used with caution on people with darker Fitzpatrick V or VI type skins as it can cause a paradoxical hyperpigmentation. Dr. Bev may recommend pretreatment with a hydroquinone if you have darker skin. Patients who have melasma which is sometimes called a “pregnancy mask” benefit from other forms of treatments such as chemical peels.
Lumecca IPL Photofacial – FAQ
Why Choose Beverly Friedlander MD?
Dr. Bev is a board-certified plastic surgeon known for providing subtle, natural-looking results through medically grounded techniques. She performs all Lumecca IPL treatments personally, combining her deep understanding of skin aging with a hands-on approach.
With more than two decades of experience in facial aesthetics, Dr. Bev ensures that each treatment is not only technically sound but also fits into a larger plan for long-term skin health. Her patients value the clarity and consistency she brings to every visit.
Get Started with Lumecca IPL in Short Hills
If you want clearer, more even-toned skin without downtime, Lumecca IPL may be the right choice. Dr. Bev sees patients from across Summit, Chatham, Madison, Florham Park, Westfield, and Morris County at her Short Hills practice. Schedule your consultation or call +1 (973) 912-9120 to find out if IPL fits your skin goals.
