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Brighten
Prepare the complexion with skincare focused on supporting a more even-looking skin tone before treatment.
IPL THERAPY
Prepare Skin for Brighter, More Even-Looking Results
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is a non-ablative, light-based treatment used to improve the appearance of unwanted pigmentation, sun damage, and visible redness.
Although IPL does not remove the skin’s surface, the treated skin undergoes a recovery process. This makes phase-appropriate skincare before and after treatment an important part of the overall treatment journey.
Always follow the aftercare instructions provided by your treatment professional.
Understand the Treatment
What Is IPL Therapy?
IPL is a non-ablative, light-based treatment that targets the appearance of unwanted pigmentation and redness. Light energy is absorbed by melanin and blood within superficial vessels, generating heat that helps break down targeted areas and improve the appearance of sun damage, brown spots, and uneven-looking skin tone.
Commonly addresses:
- Sun damage and photoaging
- Brown spots and age spots
- Freckles
- Uneven-looking skin tone
- Diffuse facial redness
- Enlarged-looking pores
- Uneven skin texture
The Treatment Timeline
Before IPL Treatment | Prepare & Brighten
Start novoLUX™ nano.bright two weeks before IPL to prepare the skin and support a more even-looking complexion and reduce the appearance of excess pigmentation.
Follow your provider’s protocol, including hydration, UV protection, and recommended skincare.Skincare priority: Prepare and hydrate the skin while following guidance on active ingredients and sun exposure.Immediately After & First 2 Days | Repair
Warmth, redness, sensitivity, or mild swelling may occur. Pigmented areas may temporarily appear darker.
Apply novoLUX™ nano · repair immediately after IPL and continue at night for the first two days to support skin recovery, soothe the appearance of post-procedure redness, and support barrier restoration.
Skincare priority: Keep skin hydrated, protected, and free from unnecessary irritation.Days 3-14 | Brighten & Renew
Pigmented areas may darken before flaking or fading. Redness typically begins to settle.
As the skin progresses through recovery, use novoLUX™ nano · bright morning and evening to support a more even-looking skin tone, while continuing novoLUX™ nano · repair at night to support hydration, repair, and barrier recovery.
Skincare priority: Support hydration and the skin barrier. Do not exfoliate, pick, or disturb treated areas.Following 2 Weeks | Continued Brightening
As pigment clears, skin may appear brighter and more even. Your provider may recommend additional IPL sessions.
Once the skin barrier is restored, continue novoLUX™ nano · bright twice daily to support ongoing skin tone improvement, renewal, and a brighter, more even-looking complexion.Skincare priority: Resume brightening, renewal, hydration, and daily sun protection as directed.
Analyze your Skin
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THE CNANO APPROACH
Brighten → Treat → Repair → Renew
A phase-aligned approach designed to support the skin before, during, and after IPL—from preparation and recovery to continued brightening and rejuvenation.
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Treat
IPL selectively targets areas of unwanted pigmentation and visible redness using controlled light energy.
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Repair
Following treatment, prioritize gentle hydration, barrier support, and calming skincare while the skin recovers.
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Renew
Once recovery progresses, transition toward ongoing brightening and rejuvenating skincare to maintain a radiant, even-looking complexion.
Treatment response and recovery vary by individual, treatment intensity, device, and practitioner protocol. Follow the treating professional’s recommendations.
CNANO Procedure Support
Choose novoLUX for Pre- & Post- IPL Care
IPL Prep + Recovery Skincare Set
Bright + Renew Bundle
A skincare routine designed to support brighter-looking skin before IPL and hydration, recovery, and renewal afterward.
Brightening + Dark Spots
nano · bright
Supports a brighter, more even-looking complexion before treatment and continued visible brightening once the skin has recovered.
Advanced Skin Recovery Cream
nano · repair
Supports hydration, comfort, and healthy-looking barrier recovery following IPL without a heavy or greasy finish.
1 of 1
steroid-free
microplastic free
vegan
silicone + paraben free
fragrance free
non comedogenic
The CNANO formulation advantage
It’s Not Just What You Deliver. It’s How, Where, and When You Deliver It.
CNANO’s proprietary LNP-3™ multilayer lipid nanoparticle technology is designed to enhance the stability and precision delivery of compatible peptides, bioactives, vitamins, and skin-conditioning ingredients—delivering them to the right place at the right time, aligned with the biological processes of skin repair and regeneration.
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Protect
Helps protect sensitive active ingredients from premature degradation caused by environmental factors such as air, light, and moisture.
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Deliver
Skin-compatible lipids help optimize contact and interaction with the skin barrier, supporting the delivery of compatible bioactives.
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Release
Designed to support gradual release of the active ingredients over time, rather than delivering the entire active load at once.
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Support
Designed to support professional skincare protocols by delivering compatible actives in alignment with the skin’s repair and regeneration process.
Clean formulation philosophy
Gentle Care Without Unnecessary Additives
novoLUX is thoughtfully formulated for sensitive post-procedure skincare routines.
- Steroid-free
- Silicone-free
- Vegan
- No petrolatum or mineral oil
- No lanolin or nut oils
- No parabens or sulfates
- No microplastic emulsifiers
- Lightweight, elegant texture
- Vegan formulation philosophy
Patented nano-dermal delivery
Advanced Delivery Technology Meets Phase-Aligned Skin Support
novoLUX™ is powered by LNP3, a patented triple-layer lipid nanoparticle technology that helps deliver peptides, exosomes, and PDRN in a stable form. Its nanoemulgel system supports 24-hour sustained release while helping hydrate the skin, support visible renewal, and reduce the look of irritation for smoother, healthier-looking, radiant skin.
24HR Delivery
Targeted Support
Enhanced natural Skin Renewal
Questions, answered
The science, made clear.
Explore common questions about IPL, skincare, and CNANO's approach to procedure-supportive care.
What is IPL?
Intense Pulsed Light, or IPL, is a non-ablative treatment that uses broad-spectrum light energy to target the appearance of unwanted pigmentation and superficial redness. It is commonly used to improve the appearance of sun damage, brown spots, freckles, uneven skin tone, and visible redness.
Not sure what treatment is right for you? Try our skin quiz now!
What happens to pigmentation after IPL?
Pigmented areas may temporarily appear darker following treatment. Over the following days, targeted pigment can gradually move toward the skin's surface and naturally flake or fade as the complexion renews.
Why would I use skincare before IPL?
A professionally guided pre-treatment skincare routine, including novoLUX™ nano · bright when recommended by your provider, can help maintain hydration and support a more even-looking complexion before treatment. Your provider should determine which products are appropriate and when they should be used or discontinued.
What should I use immediately after IPL?
Post-treatment skincare should generally prioritize gentle hydration, barrier support, and comfort. CNANO's novoLUX™ nano · repair uses advanced multi-layer lipid nano particle technology to help support the skin’s recovery. Your treatment professional should provide specific instructions based on your skin and the IPL settings used.
Is sunscreen important after IPL?
Yes. UV protection is an important part of maintaining the appearance of IPL-treated skin and helping reduce additional visible sun damage. Follow your treatment professional's recommendations regarding appropriate sun protection after treatment.
How many IPL treatments will I need?
Treatment plans vary depending on the skin concern, treatment area, individual response, and device being used. Your treatment professional can determine whether a series of sessions is appropriate for your goals.
Support Skin Before, During & After IPL
IPL is one step in the treatment journey.
A phase-appropriate skincare routine can help prepare the complexion before treatment, support hydration and barrier function through recovery, and maintain brighter, healthier-looking skin as visible renewal continues.
BRIGHTEN → TREAT → REPAIR → RENEW
For external use only. Individual experiences may vary. Always follow the pre- and post-procedure instructions provided by your treatment professional.