Aging depends upon three main factors: genetics, time and environment. While you can’t change what kind of skin you inherit or the number of years on your calendar, intense pulsed light (ipl) treatments can dramatically improve appearance by removing visible cues like age spots. Protocol varies according to the individual, but on the average, expects 2-6 treatments scheduled at approximately 3-4-week intervals. Age spots darken temporarily after treatment, and then slough off in a matter of days, revealing smoother, more even skin tone and a more youthful appearance.