Light based treatments can do something that creams and home tools usually cannot. They reach deeper. They can be targeted. And when they are used carefully, they support the skin in a way that still feels natural, not harsh. That is the way we look at laser services at Vive Aesthetics. Each treatment has a purpose. Our job is to match that purpose to what your skin actually needs.
Some people come in wanting to soften sun damage or flushing. Others are simply tired of constant shaving. A few are focused mostly on tightening and overall texture. There is no single right reason. You might even be a little unsure, which is more common than most people admit. The options below give a clearer picture of what is possible.
Intense Pulse Light (IPL)
Intense Pulse Light, often shortened to IPL, is designed to address color changes in the skin. Think sun spots, broken capillaries, and general redness that does not fade on its own. Short pulses of light target the pigment and vessels without removing the top layer of skin. Over time, spots can fade and the overall tone looks more even.
Most people describe the feeling as quick, warm snaps. A bit noticeable, then gone. There may be some temporary darkening of spots before they lift, and perhaps a little redness that settles shortly after. The goal is a clearer, calmer complexion that still looks like your skin, not a mask.
Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal is for anyone who is tired of shaving, waxing, and chasing the same stubble again and again. A focused beam of light targets the hair follicle at the root, reducing its ability to grow back. Session by session, the hair becomes finer and more sparse. Eventually, many people only need occasional touch ups.
We can treat many areas, from underarms and legs to face and bikini lines. Treatments are usually quick. There is no major downtime. You might notice some mild warmth or pinkness right after, yet you can return to your day without much interruption. The point is not perfection. It is less daily effort and smoother skin most of the time.
Laser Skin Tightening
Laser skin tightening aims to gently encourage collagen beneath the surface. As we age, collagen fibers relax. Skin can begin to feel softer, less firm, and a bit less defined around the jawline or cheeks. With controlled energy, laser skin tightening nudges the body to build new support.
Changes often appear gradually, which I think is part of the charm. Friends may comment that you look well rested without quite knowing why. Results can vary, and they build over a series of sessions rather than overnight. That slow shift is what helps the outcome feel believable.
Morpheus8 Microneedling
Morpheus8 Microneedling combines tiny needles with radiofrequency energy to reach deeper layers of the skin. It is often used for texture, fine lines, and areas that need both resurfacing and tightening. The needles create micro channels while the RF energy warms the tissue below, encouraging new collagen and elastin.
There is some preparation, and there can be visible redness afterward. Many people describe the recovery as a series of small, predictable steps rather than a mystery. Over the following weeks, skin can appear smoother, more refined, and subtly lifted. It is not a brand new face. It is your face, with a bit more structure and clarity.
Whether you are curious about IPL for discoloration, Laser Hair Removal for comfort, Laser Skin Tightening for firmness, or Morpheus8 Microneedling for deeper rejuvenation, the best place to start is a simple conversation. You share what you notice in the mirror. We listen, look closely, and help you choose the laser treatment that fits both your skin and your life.