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Are you concerned about facial redness but want to avoid swelling after treatment affecting your daily life? Do you find it difficult to undergo separate treatments for facial redness, pigmentation, and overall skin improvement, and wish to address them together?
For those with these concerns, Nordlys, a light-based treatment (photofacial), is attracting attention.
Here, we provide a detailed explanation of Nordlys, including its features, expected effects, and precautions.
Nordlys is recommended for those concerned about the following symptoms.
Nordlys is a treatment that may be effective for various skin concerns. In particular, it is recommended for those concerned about facial redness.
Nordlys is a next-generation light-based treatment (photofacial) device that promotes effects in the treatment area by emitting light energy. Conventional light-based treatments emit IPL (Intense Pulsed Light), while Nordlys is equipped with next-generation IPL called I2PL, enabling treatment with greater effects than conventional treatments while reducing the burden and risks to the skin.
Nordlys was developed by Ellipse in Denmark, which is now part of the Candela group. Nordlys has also obtained two pharmaceutical and medical device approvals in Japan for a light-based treatment device, the first of its kind domestically.
In actual Nordlys treatments, it demonstrates considerable effectiveness in improving facial redness. In addition, Nordlys treatment may simultaneously help improve a wide range of skin concerns, including blemishes, freckles, acne, and loss of skin firmness.
Nordlys has the following features. First, let us look at what makes Nordlys distinctive.
Nordlys uses a water filter to cut wavelengths unnecessary for treatment, specifically wavelengths below 400 nm and above 950 nm. Some of the wavelengths removed can cause burns, like far-infrared radiation, making it possible to provide treatment with reduced heat-related risks such as burns and hyperpigmentation.
Removing unnecessary wavelengths reduces heat-related risks and eliminates the need for a cooling device to protect the skin from heat generated during treatment. Cooling devices were previously necessary to protect the skin during treatment, but because they also cause blood vessels to constrict, they may reduce the effectiveness of treatments targeting blood vessels, such as those for facial redness. Since Nordlys does not require a cooling device, treatment can be performed while the blood vessels remain dilated, making it particularly effective for facial redness.
Nordlys can switch between two treatment modes by changing the applicator placed against the skin. The two modes are the “Default Treatment Mode” and the “Expert Treatment Mode.” The mode can be selected according to the desired effects, enabling more appropriate treatment.
Nordlys enables more precise delivery than conventional light-based treatment devices. By adjusting the pulse width (the length of time the light is emitted), it can promote effects only in the treatment area. This enables treatment with a high level of safety without transferring unnecessary heat to the surrounding skin.
Nordlys is equipped with I2PL and blocks wavelengths unnecessary for treatment, achieving ideal energy delivery while minimizing the burden on the skin. As a result, treatment can be performed with minimal pain and downtime, with the burden reduced enough that you can apply makeup and return home after the procedure. This feature is recommended for those who are concerned about pain and downtime.
Nordlys is a light-based treatment device with two pharmaceutical and medical device approvals. Such approval means that the efficacy and safety of a pharmaceutical product or medical device have been reviewed and recognized, and approval has been granted by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.
Nordlys may help improve various skin concerns, including facial redness. Here, we explain in detail the effects that can be expected from Nordlys.
Facial redness can occur when capillaries dilate for some reason and become visible through the skin, making the skin appear red.
Nordlys reacts to the red color of capillaries and applies heat, which may destroy and constrict the capillaries, making previously visible blood vessels less noticeable and helping improve facial redness.
Nordlys does not require a cooling device because of its mechanism for reducing heat-related risks. This allows efficient energy delivery without causing blood vessels to constrict due to cooling. Nordlys has obtained pharmaceutical and medical device approval for vascular lesions because of its considerable effectiveness for vascular lesions, including facial redness.
IPL emits light energy containing various wavelengths. The same applies to Nordlys, which is equipped with next-generation IPL called I2PL. Nordlys also emits wavelengths that apply heat by reacting to the black color of melanin, the cause of blemishes. Through this action, it may break down melanin and gradually eliminate it from the body, helping improve blemishes, freckles, and dullness.
The conditions affected by light energy vary according to its wavelength. Nordlys can emit light energy containing various wavelengths, enabling it to address multiple symptoms at the same time.
It also promotes the activation of fibroblasts, which produce collagen, making it effective for improving skin texture, firmness, and radiance.
Therefore, Nordlys may be effective for many skin concerns, including vascular lesions such as facial redness; pigmented conditions such as blemishes and freckles; acne, acne scars, and enlarged pores; and overall improvement of skin quality.
There are many treatments for skin concerns, but how does Nordlys differ from other treatment methods? Here, we explain in detail how Nordlys, a type of light-based treatment, differs from other treatments.
Nordlys is a type of light-based treatment. It emits light energy to promote improvement of skin concerns, as does laser treatment, which also uses light energy. The major difference between light-based treatment and laser treatment is whether they use a “broad range of wavelengths,” emitting a range of wavelengths, or a “single wavelength,” emitting only a specific wavelength.
In treatments using light energy, the wavelength that produces an effect differs according to the condition. The wavelengths effective for facial redness and blemishes are different. Therefore, laser treatment, which emits a single wavelength, must use different wavelengths according to the condition, but it can deliver effects more precisely. Light-based treatment, on the other hand, emits a broad range of wavelengths and can address multiple symptoms with a single treatment, although its effects are generally milder than those of laser treatment.
Nordlys is a device equipped with next-generation IPL called I2PL. Its differences from conventional IPL-based light treatment include greater treatment effects and improved safety.
Nordlys enables more precise delivery than conventional light-based treatments, allowing light energy to be delivered effectively only to the treatment area. As a result, it produces greater effects for the target condition. In addition, cutting wavelengths unnecessary for treatment reduces the burden on the skin and enables treatment that minimizes risks such as pain, burns, and hyperpigmentation.
Nordlys treatment is performed according to the following process.
1. Counseling and consultation
2. Face washing
3. Treatment
4. Aftercare
First, we provide counseling and an examination. We will listen carefully to your wishes and skin concerns and check the condition of your skin. We will then propose the most suitable treatment method.
For Nordlys treatment, the usual process is to apply gel after washing the face, followed by the procedure.
The procedure takes approximately 10 minutes, and most people feel little to no pain. Aftercare includes moisturizing and protection from UV exposure with sunscreen. You may also apply makeup and return home after treatment.
For Nordlys treatment, continuing treatment for approximately five sessions at intervals of 2–4 weeks is considered effective.
Treatment intervals and the number of sessions vary from person to person depending on the condition of the skin and symptoms. Please consult your treating physician for details before considering treatment.
The following precautions apply to Nordlys treatment.
The following people cannot receive Nordlys treatment.
Those who fall under any of the above categories cannot receive treatment. Please consult a physician.
Nordlys treatment causes little to no pain. Results vary from person to person, but some people may feel a slight pain similar to the snap of a rubber band.
Regarding downtime, the treatment area may become red immediately after the procedure, but this generally settles within a few hours. Blemishes may also temporarily appear darker, which occurs as part of the process of removing melanin. They turn into scabs and peel off within 1–2 weeks, so avoid touching them unnecessarily.
Nordlys places little burden on the skin and is a treatment with a high level of safety. However, the following side effects and risks may occur.
Removing scabs unnecessarily may cause hyperpigmentation. Wait for them to fall off naturally. Side effects and risks vary from person to person. If you experience any skin concerns, do not hesitate to consult a physician.
The skin is prone to dryness after Nordlys treatment, so it is important to moisturize thoroughly. The skin is also more susceptible to ultraviolet radiation, which may cause hyperpigmentation. Take sufficient measures against UV exposure, such as using sunscreen. In addition, avoid placing a burden on the skin through friction or scratching.
Nordlys is a treatment that demonstrates considerable effectiveness for vascular lesions such as facial redness, while also offering expected benefits for blemishes, freckles, acne, and overall skin improvement. Since it causes little pain and downtime, it is particularly recommended for those who wish to return to their usual daily life without changes from the day of treatment.
If you are considering Nordlys or would like to discuss whether Nordlys can help resolve your skin concerns, please feel free to consult LIVELY CLINIC.
LIVELY CLINIC has physicians and nurses with extensive experience and specialized knowledge in skin treatments. For each patient's concerns, we can propose the most suitable approach from a range of treatments, not just Nordlys. Please feel free to consult LIVELY CLINIC.
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