Aesthetic / IPL

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) flash lamps are used in cosmetic laser treatments such as skin rejuvenation, hair removal, tattoo removal and acne treatment.

​What are the benefits?

​Intense Pulsed Light flash lamps offer several benefits that make them suitable for various cosmetic and dermatological treatments. Here are some advantages of IPL flash lamps:

1. IPL flash lamps can emit a broad spectrum of light with various wavelengths, typically ranging from 500 to 1200 nanometres (nm). This versatility allows them to target different chromophores in the skin, including melanin (pigment), hemoglobin (blood vessels), and collagen (connective tissue). As a result, IPL flash lamps can be used for multiple cosmetic treatments, such as hair removal, skin rejuvenation, treatment of vascular lesions (e.g., spider veins) and pigmented lesion removal.

2. IPL treatments using flash lamps are non-invasive, meaning they do not require surgical incisions or significant recovery time. The short pulses of light emitted by IPL flash lamps target specific chromophores in the skin without damaging the surrounding tissue. This results in minimal downtime and allows patients to resume their normal activities shortly after the procedure.

3. IPL flash lamps are designed to deliver wide beams of light, which allows for the treatment of larger areas of the body in a relatively short time. For example, during hair removal treatments, IPL flash lamps can cover larger areas like the back, legs, or chest, resulting in faster treatment sessions compared to other hair removal methods.

What IPL flash lamps do we offer?

We are specialists in the manufacture of IPL flash lamps and we offer a wide range of lamps which fit into a number of systems. Some of the most popular OEM brands we offer lamps for include:​

• Alma Laser
• Biotec Italia
• BIOS
• Chinese
• Cutera
• Energist
• Leonardo
• ​Venus Concept
• Viora
• Wavemed

Medical

How do medical laser flash lamps work?

The intense light emitted by a flash lamp is directed toward a solid-state laser medium (such as of Nd:YAG, Er:YAG, Ho:YAG, Ruby or Alexandrite). The flash lamp provides the necessary energy to “pump” or excite the laser medium.

The laser medium (or Crystal/Rod) is often placed between two mirrors, forming an optical cavity, which oscillate the light through the laser medium, causing stimulated emission. This process allows for the amplification and emission of laser light at specific wavelengths, which is then utilized for various medical procedures.

What are the benefits?

Medical laser flash lamps offer several benefits that make them suitable for many applications in the medical industry. Here are some advantages of using medical laser flash lamps:

1. Flash lamps generate short-duration pulses of light, typically in the nanosecond or microsecond range. This characteristic is important for achieving precise control over laser energy delivery. Short pulses enable highly controlled tissue ablation, coagulation, or selective targeting of specific structures, minimizing thermal damage to surrounding tissues.

2. Laser flash lamps are designed for durability and long operating lifetimes. They are built to withstand the repetitive high-energy electrical discharges required for producing the intense light pulses. Properly maintained flash lamps can have a lifespan of thousands of hours, ensuring reliable operation and minimizing downtime in medical laser systems.

​3. Compared to some other types of light sources, flash lamps can be a cost-effective option for pumping solid-state lasers. They provide a high-intensity light source without the need for complex and expensive components.

What medical lamps do we offer?

At First Light Lamps, we specialize in medical laser lamps and we are proud to offer a wide range of products which fit into a number of systems. Some of the most popular OEM brands we offer lamps for include:​

• Asclepion
• Biotec Italia
• BIOS
• Candela
• Cynosure
• DEKA
• Fotona
• Lumenis
• Lutronic
• Quanta

If you have requirements for medical laser lamps, please get in contact with our friendly sales team who will be able to assist you in providing stock levels, lead time and a quotation.