Exercise after IPL - is it the flushing or the sweating that you want to avoid?

One of the benefits of choosing Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) to resolve redness or other skin issues is that there is virtually no downtime. While you do want to avoid getting overheated and flushing your face the first day or so, exercising on day four is perfectly fine. You must absolutely use sunscreen, though, no matter what the weather. And yes, that means wearing it while driving to the gym or walking across the parking lot. It’s imperative! Consulting your board-certified dermatologist will help you feel more comfortable about where you are in the healing process.

I recommend that my clients avoid strenuous exercise for 48 hours post treatment to reduce the risk of increasing blood flow sufficiently to reopen treated capillaries.

Thank you for your question,
Following IPL treatments, it is recommended that patients reduce activities that could increase their blood flow, as this could diminish results. However, light exercise is alright.