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Photofacial M22

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Light therapy using the latest IPL technology for clear skin

Photofacial M22 is a treatment that uses special light (IPL).
It reacts to melanin pigments to lighten age spots, dullness, freckles, and acne scars, and acts on collagen to improve skin firmness, fine wrinkles, and pores. It also reacts to red blood cells, so it is effective for red faces and red acne scars.

Photofacial M22 is recommended for these people

  • Those who are concerned about blemishes and freckles
  • Those who are concerned about dullness
  • Those who are concerned about acne scars and pores
  • Those who are concerned about redness and redness of the face
  • Those who want to improve their skin texture
  • For those worried about fine wrinkles

number of cases

9641Piece
* FY2024 results
Fukuoka-in
DoctorYusuke Hayakawa

Doctor's recommended points

This is a treatment that uses a special type of light called IPL.By changing the settings (peak wavelength), you can perform treatment according to your concerns (spots, redness, acne, enlarged pores, etc.).Doing it regularly will keep your skin in good condition.There is no downtime, so it is a treatment device that we can recommend to everyone.

What is Photofacial M22?

Photofacial M22 is a treatment that uses a machine to emit a special light called IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) to improve various symptoms.
IPL has the property of being absorbed by black and red pigments.By reacting to the melanin pigment in the epidermis layer, it fades a wide range of age spots, dullness, freckles, and acne scars.It also works on collagen in the skin, improving skin firmness, fine lines, and pores.The synergistic effect improves the tone of the entire face and creates clearer skin.It reacts with red blood cells and destroys capillaries, so it can be expected to be effective on red faces and red acne scars.By repeating the treatment many times, you can improve your overall skin problems.

Photofacial M22 is a medical device approved by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare. Compared to conventional photofacials, the number of light wavelength options has increased, and the light output can now be more precisely adjusted. This allows for more detailed treatment according to your concerns. The light is split into 1 to 3 waveforms, but the intensity of the split light is uniform (optimal pulse technology) to minimize damage and pain to the skin while maximizing the effect. In addition, it allows for speedy irradiation, so treatment can be completed in less time than before.



Photofacial M22's six wavelength filters

Photofacial M22 uses filters of different wavelengths to address a variety of skin concerns. There are filters ranging from 560nm to 755nm, each of which is effective for specific skin problems. This allows it to address a wide range of skin problems, including age spots, freckles, redness, and open pores. Each filter can be used according to the skin condition and treatment purpose, resulting in more effective treatment.

  • 560nm

    It is effective against noticeable blemishes and freckles, stimulates skin turnover, and evens out skin texture, helping to improve overall skin quality.

  • 590nm

    It is ideal for improving symptoms caused by vasodilation, such as redness of the face and rosacea.

  • 615nm

    You can choose the irradiation method according to your symptoms, such as targeting hemoglobin for redness in the face or redness from acne, or melanin for dark spots.

  • 640nm

    A mild whitening filter for dark skin. It can be used at a gentler output than normal, making it suitable for treating delicate melasma.

  • 695nm

    This filter penetrates deep into the skin and is effective against dermal wrinkles, enlarged pores, and fine lines. It activates fibroblasts and collagen fibers, and delivers energy directly to dermal melanocytes, which cause melasma.

  • 755nm

    Furthermore, the filter penetrates deep into the skin, increasing collagen production in the dermis and making the skin firmer. It also targets dermal melanocytes, which are the cause of melasma.

Mechanism by which Photofacial M22 works on stains and dullness

First of all, age spots and dullness are the manifestation of accumulated melanin.When the skin is stimulated by UV rays or friction, melanocytes present in the skin become activated and produce melanin pigment.The produced melanin peels off as dead skin and red skin due to skin turnover, but if melanin is produced excessively due to sunburn or turnover is disturbed due to aging, melanin tends to accumulate.

When Photofacial M22 is applied to the skin, it is selectively absorbed by the black melanin pigment, and the melanin is destroyed by the heat generated.The decomposed melanin is excreted as a waste product through skin turnover, floats to the surface of the skin, and gradually falls off.

Effects of Photofacial

IPL has a bactericidal effect on acne bacteria, and can be expected to improve and prevent inflammatory acne.
It can also fade the pigmentation of acne scars because it reacts with pigments, and it also destroys capillaries and fades the redness of acne scars.

  • Stains/freckles

    Pigmented areas will be highlighted by the light of Photofacial M22, and within a few days, stains and freckles will fall off due to skin metabolism.

  • Wrinkles

    Photofacial M22 is effective for fine wrinkles such as those around the corners of the eyes.By increasing water retention through collagen production, it plumps up the skin from within and reduces fine wrinkles.

  • Skin care/dullness

    Unlike laser treatment, the biggest feature of Photofacial M22 is that it can irradiate the entire face and is effective at treating various skin problems at the same time.

  • open pores

    The enlarged pores gradually become more noticeable as we age.Photofacial M22 tightens open pores and brings you smoother skin.

  • Redness from acne scars/red face

    The light from Photofacial M22 damages the extra blood vessels visible on the skin surface, which is effective in eliminating redness.The dullness of your skin disappears and your skin becomes clearer.

Features of Photofacial M22

  • Point

    Effective for various symptoms

    Effective against age spots, dullness, freckles, redness, fine lines, firmness, pores, etc.

  • Point

    skin friendly

    IPL is a treatment that is gentle on the skin, causing mild irritation and pain.

  • Point

    less pain

    The intensity of the divided light is now equalized, resulting in less pain than the conventional Photofacial M22.

  • Point

    no downtime

    It is an easy treatment that you will only experience slight redness after the treatment, and you can apply make-up immediately.

  • Point

    Treatment is short

    This is a machine that can irradiate faster than conventional methods.

  • Point

    Increased effectiveness with continuous treatment

    The effect increases with repeated treatments, so 3 to 4 treatments, once every 1 to 5 weeks, are recommended.


Treatment overview

Duration of treatment

10 to 20 minutes

pain

There is a slight pain that feels like being popped.

down
time

Almost none

make

possible from the day

Side effects

Redness, irritation, scabs, etc.

Points to note

After the treatment, be sure to take precautions against UV rays.

Treatment interval

Recommended 3-4 treatments, once every 1-5 weeks

*Pain, downtime, and effects vary from person to person.
*The treatment time does not include counseling time.
*On the day of your treatment, please avoid wearing clothing that covers your neck area in order to ensure a smooth treatment.
*If the degree of sunburn is severe, the treatment may not be possible.
*Pregnant women cannot undergo any treatments.

Double irradiation “Photo Double” to suit your skin concerns

Photo Double is a menu that uses two types of filters to irradiate Photofacial M2.Compared to irradiation with a single wavelength, a wider range of effects can be expected and the therapeutic effect can be increased.No matter what kind of skin problem you have, double irradiation can be expected to be more effective.

Types of Photodouble filters

Stains: Improves color unevenness such as spots and dullness.
Lift up...improve pores and fine lines, prevent sagging, improve skin quality
Redness: Improves redness of acne scars, red face, and telangiectasia
Acne: Sterilizes acne bacteria to improve and prevent acne

Photofacial M22 case photo

Photofacial M22 case photo
Left: Before treatment / Right: After 6 treatments
type of treatment
Phototherapy/IPL
Our Treatments

Photofacial M22 6 times

Treatment explanation
Photofacial M22 is a light therapy called IPL. It can improve spots and redness by breaking down melanin and blood vessel redness.
It is important to continue doing it consistently, once a month.
clinic
Fukuoka-in
Doctor in charge
Nurse support
Treatment amount
79,000 JPY (TAX+)
Acitivity Time
About 30 minutes
downtime
Almost none to within 1 hour
make
Available from the day of treatment
Trouble
Age spots, freckles, melasma, acne, acne scars, pores, beautiful skin, whitening, firmness, radiance, dullness, aged skin, anti-aging care, red face, rosacea
Side effects/risks
Redness, pain, pregnancy not recommended
After the treatment, be sure to take proper care of your skin by moisturizing and applying UV protection.
After treatment, be sure to take precautions against UV rays and avoid irritation to the irritated areas.
Treatment year
2023

Photofacial M22 case photo
Top: Before treatment / Bottom: After 12 treatments
type of treatment
Phototherapy/IPL
Our Treatments

Photofacial M22 12 times

Treatment explanation
Photofacial M22 is a light treatment called IPL.
It reacts to colors such as melanin in blemishes and moles, and oxidized hemoglobin in redness, improving uneven skin tone.
Since the amount of melanin is reduced, you can also expect an overall improvement in tone.
clinic
Fukuoka-in
Doctor in charge
Nurse support
Treatment amount
158,000 JPY (TAX+)
Acitivity Time
About 30 minutes
downtime
Almost none to within 1 hour
make
Available from the day of treatment
Trouble
Age spots, freckles, liver spots, moles, warts, acne, acne scars, pores, beautiful skin, whitening, firmness, radiance, dullness, mature skin, anti-aging care
Side effects/risks
Redness, pain, pregnancy not recommended
After the treatment, be sure to take proper care of your skin by moisturizing and applying UV protection.
After treatment, be sure to take precautions against UV rays and avoid irritation to the irritated areas.
Treatment year
2022

Photofacial M22 case photo
Photofacial M22 case photo
Our Treatments

Photofacial M22 9 times

Treatment amount
126,400 JPY (TAX+)
Side effects/risks
Redness, pain, dryness, hot flashes, scabs
     
Photofacial M22 case photo
Photofacial M22 case photo
Our Treatments

Photofacial M22 12 times

Treatment amount
158,000 JPY (TAX+)
Side effects/risks
Redness, pain, dryness, hot flashes, scabs

Photofacial M22 case photo
Photofacial M22 case photo
Our Treatments

Photofacial M22 10 times

Treatment amount
142,200 JPY (TAX+)
Side effects/risks
Redness, pain, dryness, hot flashes, scabs

Photofacial precautions

Photofacials are a popular treatment for evening out skin tone and reducing the appearance of dark spots and freckles, but there are some caveats.

Bleeding under the skinAlthough the incidence is low, pinpoint bleeding may occur.
日焼け対策: Please use sunscreen during the treatment period. Sunburn may affect the effectiveness of the treatment.
Pigmentation: After irradiation, dark spots may become darker temporarily. Also, light scabs may form.

Photofacial M22 treatment flow

  • Flow of treatmentby doctors and nurses
    Counseling(About 30 minutes)

    At our hospital, we emphasize free consultations with our doctors.Patients who visit us for the first time always receive counseling from a doctor.We will ask you about the symptoms and areas you are concerned about, give advice that suits your skin, and decide on a treatment plan.If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to ask.*For those who only need counseling, the session ends here.

  • Flow of treatmentFace wash

    Please remove your makeup.

  • Flow of treatmentGuide to the treatment room

    The treatment will be performed in a private room.

  • Flow of treatmentphotograph

    Photographs will be taken to record the progress of the treatment.

  • Flow of treatmentPhotofacial M22 treatment

    To protect your skin, first apply a special gel.The entire face is irradiated with irradiation settings tailored to your concerns.

  • Flow of treatmentAftercare

    After your treatment, you can put on your makeup and go home.If you wish to apply makeup, please use the powder room.The powder room is equipped with cleansers, facial wash, lotion, emulsion, cotton, tissues, hairbrushes, cotton swabs, hair dryers, and hand mirrors.Please bring your own makeup supplies.

Clinics where treatment is available

Residents of Kanto (Tokyo)

For those who live in the Kansai region

For those who live in the Chugoku region

For those who live in Kyushu

Photofacial M22 price

Photo facial

(tax included)
Menu Regular fee pack fee
Photofacial M22 15,800 JPY (TAX+) 6 times 79,000 JPY (TAX+)
Photo Double(2 types of photo facials) 22,800 JPY (TAX+) 6 times 114,000 JPY (TAX+)
Photofacial + HydraFacial or HydraGentle [Hiroshima-in, Fukuoka-in, Okayama-in, Kumamoto-in, Osaka-in, Kobe-in, Omotesando-in, Azabu-in] 25,800 JPY (TAX+) 6 times 129,000 JPY (TAX+)
Photofacial M22(Decollete)[Hiroshima Clinic, Fukuoka Clinic, Okayama Clinic, Kyoto Clinic, Kobe Clinic, Omotesando Clinic, Azabu Clinic] 18,300 JPY (TAX+) 6 times 91,500 JPY (TAX+)
Photofacial M22(Face + décolleté)[Hiroshima Clinic, Fukuoka Clinic, Okayama Clinic, Kyoto Clinic, Kobe Clinic, Omotesando Clinic, Azabu Clinic] 33,700 JPY (TAX+) 6 times 168,500 JPY (TAX+)
Photofacial M22(Back of hand and fingers)[Hiroshima Clinic, Fukuoka Clinic, Okayama Clinic, Kyoto Clinic, Kobe Clinic, Omotesando Clinic, Azabu Clinic] 10,080 JPY (TAX+) 6 times 50,400 JPY (TAX+)
Photofacial M22(Half of the back)[Hiroshima Clinic, Fukuoka Clinic, Okayama Clinic, Kyoto Clinic, Kumamoto Clinic, Kobe Clinic, Omotesando Clinic, Azabu Clinic] 30,800 JPY (TAX+) 6 times 154,000 JPY (TAX+)
Photofacial M22(Entire back)[Hiroshima Clinic, Fukuoka Clinic, Okayama Clinic, Kyoto Clinic, Kumamoto Clinic, Kobe Clinic, Omotesando Clinic, Azabu Clinic] 59,800 JPY (TAX+) 6 times 299,000 JPY (TAX+)
Photofacial M22(both upper arms)[Hiroshima Clinic, Fukuoka Clinic, Okayama Clinic, Kyoto Clinic, Kumamoto Clinic, Kobe Clinic, Omotesando Clinic, Azabu Clinic] 25,800 JPY (TAX+) 6 times 129,000 JPY (TAX+)
Photofacial M22(Both forearms)[Hiroshima Clinic, Fukuoka Clinic, Okayama Clinic, Kyoto Clinic, Kumamoto Clinic, Kobe Clinic, Omotesando Clinic, Azabu Clinic] 25,800 JPY (TAX+) 6 times 129,000 JPY (TAX+)
Photofacial M22(Both arms)[Hiroshima Clinic, Fukuoka Clinic, Okayama Clinic, Kyoto Clinic, Kumamoto Clinic, Kobe Clinic, Omotesando Clinic, Azabu Clinic] 49,800 JPY (TAX+) 6 times 249,000 JPY (TAX+)

Genesis Accutip [Hiroshima Clinic]

(tax included/anesthesia fee included if necessary)
Menu Regular fee trial fee pack fee
Photofacial M22 + Acutip 25,800 JPY (TAX+) - 6 times 129,000 JPY (TAX+)
Photofacial M22 + Acutip + Electroporation 29,200 JPY (TAX+) 16,200 JPY (TAX+) 6 times 146,000 JPY (TAX+)
Luxury Rejuvenation Plan
(Photofacial M22 + Genesis + Electroporation)
40,200 JPY (TAX+) 18,200 JPY (TAX+) 6 times 201,000 JPY (TAX+)
Photofacial M22 + Genesis + Acutip + Electroporation 44,600 JPY (TAX+) - 6 times 223,000 JPY (TAX+)

Acne treatment

(tax included)
Menu Regular fee trial fee pack fee
Acne treatment set [Hiroshima Clinic, Fukuoka Clinic, Okayama Clinic, Kyoto Clinic, Kumamoto Clinic, Osaka Clinic, Kobe Clinic, Omotesando Clinic, Azabu Clinic]
(Salicylic Acid Macrogol Peeling + Photofacial M22 + Cool Vitamin Treatment or Electroporation)
This photofacial treatment is effective in killing acne bacteria and reducing redness, and is also combined with a chemical peel to promote acne prevention and healing.
25,800 JPY (TAX+) 19,800 JPY (TAX+) 6 times 129,000 JPY (TAX+)
Hydra Acne Treatment Set [Hiroshima Clinic, Fukuoka Clinic, Okayama Clinic, Osaka Clinic, Kobe Clinic, Omotesando Clinic, Azabu Clinic]
(HydraFacial or HydraGentle + PhotoFacial M22 + Cinderella Treatment or Electroporation)
The best acne treatment![By performing a photofacial after cleansing dead skin cells and pore impurities, you can maximize the effectiveness of acne treatments. This set also includes Hydragentle to prevent and promote acne healing, further enhancing its effectiveness.]
29,800 JPY (TAX+) 23,800 JPY (TAX+) 6 times 149,000 JPY (TAX+)

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About Payment Methods

You can choose the payment method that suits you.
Various combinations are possible.

  • Lump sum cash
  • Credit Transfer
  • Medical loan(3 to 60 installments/annual interest rate 8.4%)

For minor patients

If you are a minor, a "parental consent form" is required.Please download and fill out the form in advance and bring it with you, or bring one of your parents with you.

FAQ

Does Photofacial hurt?
You may feel a slight warmth or tingling sensation during the treatment, but this is usually tolerable.
Is there any downtime after the treatment?
There is almost no downtime, but the treated area may temporarily darken or become slightly red.
How many treatments are required?
To see results, we recommend 3-4 treatments at 5-6 week intervals. The more treatments you receive, the more effective the results will be.

Clinics where treatment is available

Residents of Kanto (Tokyo)

For those who live in the Kansai region

For those who live in the Chugoku region

For those who live in Kyushu

Supervisor information

Yusuke Hayakawa

Fukuoka Clinic Doctor/Chief Medical Director
I think the best thing about aesthetic medicine is that it makes patients smile.At our hospital, we do not use scalpels, but instead use medical device treatments and injection therapy to help our patients resolve their concerns.No matter what kind of trouble you have, would you come for some counseling?We will suggest the best method for your problem.We look forward to seeing you!
Career
2012
Graduated from Hiroshima University School of Medicine, Department of Medicine
2014
Joined Kyushu University Urology Department Worked at Oita Prefectural Hospital
2015
Kyushu University Hospital, Kyushu Medical Center
2016
Hara Sanshin Hospital
2017
Prefectural Miyazaki Hospital
2019
Saga Medical Center Koseikan
2020
Director of Urology, Fukuoka Sanno Hospital
2021
Cosmetic Dermatology Elm Clinic Fukuoka Clinic
Affiliation/Qualification
Japanese Society of Aesthetic Dermatology
Juvederm Vista certified doctor
Certified doctor trained in Allergan’s Vista program
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