ICON Max G IPL
The Gold Standard in Photofacial & IPL Skin Revitalization
Starts at $150
- ExpertiseTop 1%Injector in the country
- ExperienceOver 11,000Patients treated
- Excellence590+Five star reviews
Why Choose Dr. Avaliani for ICON Max G IPL?
The ICON Max G IPL is the gold standard in photofacial technology, using optimized pulsed light to reverse sun damage, reduce redness and rosacea, remove unwanted facial veins, and reveal clearer, more radiant skin. The device delivers multiple wavelengths with specialized filters that target specific chromophores without harming surrounding tissue. Treatments take just 5-30 minutes with minimal downtime, and most patients see visible improvement in 1-3 sessions.
Optimized Pulsed Light
ICON Max G uses optimized pulsed light technology with specialized filters to deliver precise wavelengths that target brown spots, sun damage, redness, rosacea, and unwanted facial veins, without damaging surrounding skin
Board-Certified Physician
11+ years of aesthetic medicine experience. Dr. Avaliani personally performs every IPL treatment with settings customized for your skin type, condition, and target concern
Minimal Downtime
Resume normal activities immediately: mild redness similar to a light sunburn typically fades within hours to a few days
A Reputation Built on Results
5.0-star rating with 565+ verified patient reviews. Patients love watching brown spots darken, flake, and disappear within days of treatment
Personalized Approach
Treats the face, neck, chest, arms, hands, legs, and feet, effective for brown spots, sun damage, redness, rosacea, and unwanted veins
What Is ICON Max G IPL?
The ICON Max G IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) is a photofacial device that uses optimized pulsed light technology to treat sun damage, brown spots, age spots, redness, rosacea, and unwanted facial veins. Unlike single-wavelength lasers, IPL delivers multiple wavelengths with specialized filters that can be customized to target specific chromophores in the skin: melanin for pigmentation or hemoglobin for redness and veins.
At Dr. Avaliani’s practice, every ICON IPL session is customized with the optimal filter, energy level, and pulse settings for your skin type and condition. During treatment, you’ll feel a cooling sensation followed by a brief rubber-band-like snap with each pulse. Sessions take just 5-30 minutes depending on the treatment area. Brown spots typically darken and flake off within 4-7 days, while facial veins show immediate or gradual clearance.
How ICON Max G IPL Works
ICON IPL delivers optimized pulsed light to target specific skin concerns:
- Optimized pulsed light energy passes through the skin surface and is selectively absorbed by target chromophores (melanin or hemoglobin)
- Brown spots and sun damage absorb the light energy, causing the pigmented cells to break apart and rise to the surface
- Facial veins and redness absorb the energy, causing the vessel walls to seal shut and the redness to gradually fade
- Treated brown spots darken and flake off within 4-7 days, revealing clearer skin beneath
- Over 1-3 sessions spaced 4 weeks apart, skin becomes progressively clearer, more even-toned, and radiant
What ICON IPL Treats
Brown Spots & Age Spots
Dark brown spots, age spots, and sun spots on the face, neck, chest, arms, and hands. ICON IPL targets the melanin pigment within these spots, causing them to darken, flake off, and disappear within days, revealing clearer skin beneath.
Sun Damage Reversal
Years of accumulated sun damage that has left the skin uneven, dull, and discolored. ICON IPL reverses the visible signs of sun damage by targeting and eliminating pigmented cells, restoring a brighter, more youthful complexion.
Redness & Rosacea
Facial redness, flushing, and rosacea that creates an uneven, irritated appearance. ICON IPL targets the hemoglobin in dilated blood vessels, causing them to constrict and fade, reducing overall redness and calming rosacea flare-ups.
Facial Veins
Visible facial veins and broken capillaries on the nose, cheeks, and chin. ICON IPL delivers light energy that is absorbed by hemoglobin in the vessel walls, causing them to seal shut. Treated veins show immediate or gradual clearance.
Uneven Skin Tone
Overall uneven skin tone, blotchiness, and dullness from a combination of sun damage, pigmentation, and vascular concerns. ICON IPL addresses multiple chromophores simultaneously, producing a more uniform, radiant complexion after just a few sessions.
Body Pigmentation
Sun damage and age spots on the chest, arms, hands, legs, and feet. ICON IPL is not limited to the face: it effectively treats pigmentation and sun damage on virtually any body area where spots and discoloration are a concern.
ICON Max G Technology
The ICON Max G platform delivers optimized pulsed light with precision and versatility:
Optimized Pulsed Light
Unlike single-wavelength lasers, the ICON Max G uses optimized pulsed light that delivers multiple wavelengths simultaneously. Specialized filters allow Dr. Avaliani to select the precise wavelength range needed for your specific condition, whether targeting melanin for pigmentation or hemoglobin for redness and veins, while protecting surrounding tissue.
Selective Photothermolysis
ICON IPL works on the principle of selective photothermolysis: light energy is selectively absorbed by target chromophores (melanin or hemoglobin) without affecting surrounding tissue. For pigmentation, the spots absorb energy, darken, and flake off. For veins, the vessel walls absorb energy, seal shut, and gradually disappear.
Quick Treatment Times
ICON IPL sessions take just 5-30 minutes depending on the treatment area. Most patients achieve excellent results in 1-3 sessions spaced 4 weeks apart. The integrated cooling system ensures comfort throughout the treatment. Resume normal activities immediately with minimal downtime.
Call us today to schedule your ICON IPL consultation with Dr. Avaliani and begin your journey to clearer, more radiant skin!
Does It Hurt?
Your comfort options (we tailor this to you)
ICON IPL is well tolerated by most patients. During treatment, you feel a cooling sensation from the device’s integrated cooling system, followed by a brief rubber-band-like snap with each pulse of light. Most patients find the sensation mild and very manageable throughout the 5-30 minute session.
Immediately after treatment, you may feel like you have a mild sunburn, slight redness and warmth that typically fades within hours. In some cases, redness or mild swelling may last 2-3 days. You can resume normal activities immediately. Brown spots will darken and flake off within 4-7 days, revealing clearer skin beneath.
Feel Calm. Stay in Control. Look Amazing.
Learn about your comfort options ›- Reduced anxietySettle into a calm, relaxed state before and during your treatment, with no stress and no tension.
- Less discomfortEnhanced comfort for your treatment, so you can focus on your results.
- No downtimeWalk out feeling great and drive yourself home. No recovery time required.
Is ICON Max G IPL Right for Me?
Ideal Candidates
You may be a good candidate if you:
- Have brown spots, age spots, or sun damage you want to clear
- Experience facial redness, rosacea, or broken capillaries
- Have unwanted facial veins you want to eliminate
- Want to improve overall skin tone, clarity, and radiance
- Have avoided unprotected sun exposure for at least 4 weeks before treatment
- Want quick 5-30 minute treatments with minimal downtime and visible results
What Does ICON Max G IPL Cost?
Pricing Information
The cost of ICON IPL in NYC depends on the treatment area, the condition being treated, and the number of sessions recommended. Price Range: Starting at $150 per treatment: most patients achieve optimal results in 1-3 sessions spaced 4 weeks apart During your consultation, Dr. Avaliani will evaluate your skin type, assess your sun damage, pigmentation, redness, and vein concerns, and recommend a personalized ICON IPL treatment plan with transparent pricing.
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ICON Max G IPL frequently asked questions
What is ICON Max G IPL and how does it work?
The ICON Max G IPL uses optimized pulsed light technology to deliver multiple wavelengths with specialized filters. The light energy is selectively absorbed by target chromophores, melanin for brown spots and pigmentation, or hemoglobin for redness and veins, without damaging surrounding skin. Treated spots darken and flake off within days.
How many IPL sessions do I need?
Most patients achieve optimal results in 1-3 sessions spaced 4 weeks apart. The number depends on the severity of your condition, the treatment area, and your goals. Some patients see dramatic improvement after a single session, while others benefit from a series for maximum clearance.
Does ICON IPL hurt?
Most patients find ICON IPL very tolerable. You’ll feel a cooling sensation from the integrated cooling system, followed by a brief rubber-band-like snap with each pulse. The sensation is mild and the treatment takes just 5-30 minutes depending on the area.
What is the downtime after IPL?
Downtime is minimal. Immediately after treatment, you may experience redness and warmth similar to a mild sunburn, which typically fades within hours. Brown spots will darken over 4-7 days before flaking off. In some cases, mild redness or swelling may last 2-3 days. You can resume normal activities immediately.
Can IPL treat rosacea?
Yes. ICON IPL is highly effective for rosacea and facial redness. The light energy targets hemoglobin in the dilated blood vessels responsible for redness and flushing, causing them to constrict and fade. Most rosacea patients see significant improvement in their redness and flare-ups after a series of treatments.
What happens to brown spots after IPL?
After treatment, brown spots absorb the light energy and darken. This is a normal and expected response. Over the next 4-7 days, the darkened spots rise to the surface, flake off, and disappear, revealing clearer, more even-toned skin beneath. This process is very satisfying to watch.
Do I need to avoid the sun before IPL?
Yes. You should avoid unprotected sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanning products for a minimum of 4 weeks before treatment. Sun-exposed skin has elevated melanin levels that can interfere with treatment effectiveness and increase the risk of side effects. Dr. Avaliani will assess your skin at your appointment.
Can IPL treat body areas?
Absolutely. ICON IPL treats the face, neck, chest, arms, hands, legs, and feet. It is particularly effective for sun damage and age spots on the chest, hands, and arms, areas that often show significant sun damage accumulation.
Is ICON IPL safe for all skin types?
ICON IPL can be safely used on most skin types. However, IPL is wavelength-dependent and works best on lighter to medium skin tones where there is good contrast between the target (pigment or redness) and surrounding skin. Dr. Avaliani will determine your suitability based on your skin type and medical history during consultation.
How is IPL different from laser treatments?
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) delivers a broad spectrum of wavelengths that can be filtered to target different chromophores, while lasers deliver a single specific wavelength. IPL’s versatility allows it to treat multiple concerns (pigmentation, redness, veins) in one session. Lasers may be more targeted for specific conditions. Dr. Avaliani can recommend the best option for your needs.
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