Everything You Need To Know About Icon Laser by Cynosure

The Cynosure Icon aesthetic system offers solutions for multiple cosmetic
concerns on the face and body. With its combination of laser and intense
pulsed light (IPL) technologies, the Icon is effective for all skin types
and treats a range of conditions from unwanted hair to stretch marks and
hyperpigmentation.

CONTENTS

What is the Cynosure Icon?
What Can the Cynosure Icon Treat?
Why Choose the Icon for IPL and Laser Treatments?
Ideal Candidates
Before & Afters
What to Expect from Your Icon Treatment
Cost of Icon Laser Treatments
Takeaway
FAQs
What is the Cynosure Icon?
The Icon is an aesthetic platform equipped with two advanced light-based
technologies to deliver safe, effective results in skin rejuvenation and
hair reduction.

Icon laser treatments
A powerful non-ablative fractional laser concentrates energy into short,
powerful pulses of light that heat up and break down damaged cells while
stimulating elastin and collagen production.

This process removes cosmetic imperfections through the skin’s natural
healing system, resulting in a more youthful appearance. Because the Icon
targets only a portion of the skin at a time, the laser energy is precisely
delivered to problem areas without damaging the surrounding tissue.

Icon IPL treatments
IPL therapy, sometimes called an IPL photofacial, employs high-energy
pulses of broad-spectrum light to treat various skin concerns. A gentler
solution for skin imperfections and unwanted hair, IPL treatments don’t
require any downtime.

What Can the Cynosure Icon Treat?
The Icon laser system provides world-class facial and body skin
rejuvenation. Cynosure Icon laser treatments have many benefits including:

Cleared facial veins and rosacea
Decreased appearance of leg veins and stretch marks
Diminished surgical and acne scars
Permanent hair reduction
Reduced appearance of wrinkles and fine lines
Revitalized skin
Why Choose the Icon for IPL and Laser Treatments?
Cynosure’s commitment to innovation and world-class technologies makes it a
leader in the field of medical-grade laser products.

The Icon includes an advanced contact cooling system to increase your
comfort and decrease the total number of treatments you’ll need. The
first-of-its-kind Skintel melanin reader technology reads skin types and
accordingly adjusts parameters for your skin tone, resulting in customized,
highly safe treatments.

The dual-technology platform also allows providers to utilize multiple
handpieces and treat different concerns during the same session.

For example, the popular ThreeForMe treatment uses both IPL and laser
energy to address three major skin concerns–wrinkles, sun damage and facial
veins–in a single session.

Other combinations are possible, too, such as using the MAXG handpiece to
target vascular skin lesions and the Icon 1540 handpiece to address fine
lines or dull skin.

Ideal Candidates
The Cynosure Icon laser system provides solutions for a myriad of issues.
Ideal candidates are in good health and want to improve skin imperfections
on their face or body.

The Icon can treat:

Acne scars
Age spots
Broken capillaries
Brown spots
Discoloration
Dull skin
Facial veins
Fine lines
Melasma
Rosacea
Pigmented lesions
Spider veins
Stretch marks
Sun damage
Sun spots
Surgical scars
Unwanted hair
Wrinkles
While safe for most individuals, Cynosure Icon laser treatments are not
recommended for anyone who is:

Epileptic
Taking photosensitizing medication
Pregnant or breastfeeding
Before & Afters
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What to Expect from Your Icon Treatment
Prior to your appointment, remove all oils, lotions or makeup from the
treatment area. For hair reduction, avoid tweezing or waxing for at least
two weeks before your session and shave 24 hours before your appointment.

Before your treatment begins, your laser technician will cleanse the
affected area and may apply numbing cream to reduce discomfort.

Next, they'll guide a handheld device connected to the Icon machine over
the treatment area. As the pulses of concentrated light make contact with
your skin, you’ll experience a warm, stinging sensation. The procedure will
take approximately 15–30 minutes.

Recovery and aftercare
Immediately following your appointment, you may experience redness, minor
swelling or darkening of the skin. These side effects usually subside
within 2–24 hours but may last for up to 4 days. Icon laser treatments
require virtually no downtime: you may resume normal daily activities
immediately.

In the days following your appointment, keep the area clean and moisturized
and do use exfoliants, retinoids or perfumed creams. Avoid sun exposure for
at least 48 hours; adding sunscreen to your daily skin care routine will
prolong your results.

Cost of Icon Laser Treatments
On average, Icon laser treatment costs range from $1,500–$3,500. Several
factors influence the cost of your Icon laser treatment including your
location, number of treatments needed and the provider you choose.

Most clients with mild skin conditions see significant improvement or
clearance after one session; moderate to severe issues may need multiple
treatments.

Takeaway
The Cynosure Icon laser system offers customized treatments to address a
wide range of skin conditions. This state-of-the-art laser technology
boosts cell turnover and collagen production resulting in improved skin
texture, tone and firmness.

Whether you are looking to reduce the appearance of unwanted fine lines,
scars, stretch marks, veins or hyperpigmentation, Icon laser treatments can
provide dramatic results with minimal discomfort and virtually no downtime.

FAQs
Is the Cynosure Icon laser safe?
The Cynosure Icon laser system has been clinically tested for safety and
effectiveness. Icon laser treatments are safe for all skin types.
Additionally, the Icon 1540 laser handpiece is the only FDA-approved laser
for stretch mark or scar treatment.

How painful is the procedure?
Most patients report mild discomfort such as a warming or stinging
sensation during the procedure, similar to a sunburn. Your laser technician
may be able to apply numbing cream to the affected area prior to treatment
to reduce irritation.

How many treatments will I need?
The number of treatments you will need depends on what condition is being
treated. For general skin revitalization, one session can provide desirable
results. For dark scars, deep stretch marks or hair removal, multiple
sessions may be necessary.

Will Icon laser treatments fix sagging skin?
Icon laser treatments can firm and tighten skin, but are not recommended
for individuals with large amounts of excess or sagging skin. Talk to your
provider to discuss alternatives to skin resurfacing.

Can you have Icon laser treatments if you have active acne?
If you are experiencing active acne, it is recommended to work with a
dermatologist to discuss treatment options before undergoing Icon laser
treatments. Icon laser technology is better suited for treating acne scars.