What is a BBL Laser Skin Treatment?

BroadBand Light (BBL) therapy is a powerful solution for those looking to rejuvenate their skin and address a wide range of concerns, from sun damage and pigmentation to the visible signs of aging.

Among the more modern, noninvasive technologies based on light, BBL skin treatments effectively work to act upon many imperfections, leaving skin feeling and looking smoother, brighter, and more youthful. 

Here at Vancouver Laser, we proudly specialize in delivering only the best BBL treatments, using advanced technology for outstanding results, tailored precisely to what our clients have in mind. 

In this blog, we will go over what BBL skin treatment is, how it works, and the top benefits associated with making it a favorite among skincare enthusiasts.

What is BroadBand Light?

BroadBand Light (BBL) is a revolutionizing, non-invasive treatment that takes advantage of light energy to improve many skin concerns and overall skin tone and texture. 

It is unlike more invasive treatments because BBL sends soft pulses of light energy into the skin to deeper layers of skin where imperfections actually reside, including age spots, sun damage, and pigmentation. 

The treatment delivers controlled energy to the skin, which in turn stimulates the production of collagen, a crucial protein that generally maintains firmness and elasticity of the skin.

What is BBL Used for?

The most common areas of treatment with BBL are the face, neck, chest, arms, and hands, but it may be applied to any area of the body.

BBL treatments enhance skin deteriorated by sun exposure, harsh skin care products, and pollution. Dermatologists use this treatment for conditions like rosacea, acne, and vascular lesions. It makes the skin look firmer and more elastic, improves skin color, and it may even help your skin heal and grow back healthy.

Apart from that, BBL treats sun damage, fine lines, wrinkles, scars, large pores, dull skin, pigmented spots (like freckles and age spots), redness, uneven skin tone and texture, and laxity or sagging skin, including melasma and hyperpigmentation.

How Does BroadBand Light Therapy Work?

After an initial consultation with our team, a personalized treatment plan would be established addressing each of your concerns. During the BroadBand Light Therapy treatment, your skin will be cleansed, your eyes will be protected and a clear gel applied to the treatment area.

After proper preparation of the skin, several passes over the skin in the area being treated will be done with the BBL device. This flashes light on the skin that then enters your skin to cause damage to pigment, blood vessels, and tissue.

Your body’s natural healing process response and the production of collagen then take over to repair the damage and minimize the appearance of your skin concerns.

BroadBand Light Therapy is often chosen over some laser treatments because it uses a wider range of light. This allows it to treat different skin conditions and cover more skin area compared to other laser technologies. After your treatment, your skin will be cooled, and sunscreen will be applied.

Benefits of BroadBand Light Therapy

BroadBand Light, commonly referred to as a laser skincare treatment, actually works with light energy targeting various pigments in the skin. Similar to IPL, or Intense Pulsed Light, but even more advanced.

Younger Looking Skin

BBL can reduce the signs of aging. It changes gene expression, producing younger-appearing skin. The Forever Young BBL treatment helps to give an individual a fresher look with less wrinkled and firmer skin.

Effectiveness for Various Skin Concerns

BBL technology is versatile and can be applied to a number of skin conditions both on the face and body. Other than for brown spots and redness, it is also used for facial capillaries and unwanted hair. 

Common areas treated are the hands, arms, neck, and chest. Each treatment plan can be uniquely individualized by changing the intensity and wavelength of light.

Correction of Sun Damage and Redness

Sun exposure damages the skin and causes a variety of problems, including sunspots, age spots, redness, and generally uneven skin tones. The primary reasons BBL targets red and brown areas are because its light energy is absorbed by melanin and hemoglobin. 

This treatment diminishes brown spots and redness, therefore improving skin tone in its entirety, which makes BBL one of the best options for sun damage.

Fast and Convenient

BBL treatments are relatively quick, lasting 15 to 30 minutes depending on the size of the treated area. While some results may be noticeable after just one session, optimal outcomes typically require three to six treatments spaced four weeks apart, depending on your specific concerns.

To maintain results and enhance anti-aging benefits, it is recommended to undergo BBL treatments at least twice a year. However, this treatment cannot be performed on skin with an active tan or following recent sun exposure, as these factors can increase the risk of adverse effects.

Minimal Discomfort and Downtime

BBL treatments are relatively painless and involve less downtime compared to deeper procedures like chemical peels. During the treatment, light pulses may feel like the snap of a warm rubber band on the skin, but BBL devices include cooling features to enhance comfort.

After the session, mild redness or swelling—similar to a mild sunburn—may occur. Depending on the depth of the treatment, pigment may rise to the skin’s surface and slough off naturally, forming slight scabs. These should not be exfoliated to avoid irritation or scarring. While healing, makeup can be applied to cover redness, and most individuals can resume normal activities immediately.

Possible Side Effects of BroadBand Light Therapy

After your BBL treatment, you might feel burning, redness, and warmth like a sunburn. This discomfort usually lasts a few hours but can continue for a few days. To ease swelling and pain, apply a cold compress to the area for 10 to 20 minutes. 

In the week after your treatment, you may see pigment rising to the surface of your skin. Redness, peeling, and swelling are also common. Dark spots and freckles may darken before fading and flaking off, usually within 1 to 3 weeks. 

After BBL, avoid exfoliants, topical acne treatments, and scented skincare products. When washing the area, use lukewarm water; avoid hot or cold water. Don’t use a loofah or scrub your skin. Gently apply nonirritating skin care products and avoid scratching or rubbing your skin. 

BBL works best on light, untanned skin because the skin’s melanin absorbs the light energy. People with darker skin tones, which have more melanin, may be more likely to experience burning, scarring, or dark spots.

Conclusion

BBL skin treatment is advanced, non-invasive skin rejuvenation that addresses a wide range of concerns, from pigmentation to aging. This advanced technology harnesses the power of light energy to effectively stimulate collagen, giving you smoother, tighter, and more youthful skin. It helps reduce age spots, minimize redness, and even out your skin tone. At Vancouver Laser, we pride ourselves on being able to offer advanced BBL treatments tailored to each of our clients’ unique needs. By using the most advanced technologies and techniques available today, we can guarantee exceptional results. So if you’re ready to experience BBL in its full, transformative power for yourself, book a consultation with us today and begin your journey to radiant, renewed skin.