How Does BBL Treatment Minimize Rosacea?
Rosy cheeks might sound charming … until they’re accompanied by stubborn redness, flare-ups, and those tiny, telltale blood vessels. If rosacea has you feeling more flustered than flushed, you’re not alone—and you definitely don’t have to just grin and cover it with concealer. At The Artistry NP in Northwest Portland, Tierney Newman, FNP-C, and our team are all about skin solutions that actually work. That’s where BroadBand Light (BBL) therapy comes in—a gentle, high-tech treatment that helps calm the chaos and bring your skin back to its happy place.
What Is BBL?
BBL, or BroadBand Light therapy, is an advanced form of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL). It uses targeted light energy to gently heat the upper layers of skin, triggering your body’s natural healing process. This not only improves the skin’s appearance but also targets the root causes of rosacea symptoms.
How BBL Helps Rosacea
Rosacea involves dilated blood vessels and chronic inflammation. BBL works by delivering pulses of light that are absorbed by the hemoglobin in those visible vessels. This light energy gently closes off the broken capillaries, reducing redness and minimizing flushing. Over a series of treatments, you’ll see a noticeable decrease in both diffuse redness and visible vessels. BBL also helps regulate the skin’s inflammatory response, which can mean fewer flare-ups over time.
What to Expect During Treatment
BBL treatments are quick and comfortable—most sessions take about 20 to 30 minutes. You might feel a warm, snapping sensation, similar to a rubber band, but patients usually tolerate this very well. Also, there’s minimal downtime. Some temporary redness is normal right after the session, but it usually fades within a few hours.
Why You Should Choose The Artistry NP
At The Artistry NP, Tierney and our team combine clinical expertise with an artistic eye to tailor each treatment to your unique skin. Based in the heart of Northwest Portland, our practice is focused on natural-looking results and empowering clients through advanced, evidence-based skincare.
Whether you’re managing rosacea or looking to improve overall skin clarity, BBL is a proven solution. If you are ready to calm the redness, we invite you to book a consultation and discover how BBL can bring out the best in your skin.
Call (503) 347-1982 or send us an email today!