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BBL & IPL Photofacial

Introduction to BBL & IPL Laser Treatment

BroadBand Light (BBL) is a highly effective and advanced version of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL). It is performed to enliven a dull complexion, combat sun damage, and boost the body’s natural collagen and elastin production. Dr. Ahmed Ibrahim is excited to introduce this cutting-edge skincare technology to patients in Melbourne, FL, and beyond.

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What is a BBL Laser Treatment?

Broadband Light is an innovative laser treatment that addresses signs of aging and restores a vibrant, attractive complexion. It can combat a range of aesthetic issues, including acne scarring, sun damage, poor skin texture or tone, skin laxity, and more. With BBL, there are numerous wavelengths to choose from, allowing for the highest degree of customization. Dr. Ibrahim is passionate about acquiring the latest best-in-class devices so he can help his patients in Melbourne, Tampa, and St. Petersburg look and feel their absolute best.

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What is an IPL Laser Treatment?

IPL relies on high-intensity, broad-spectrum wavelengths to dramatically rejuvenate the skin and address a variety of concerns that can cause patients to feel self-conscious. Carefully controlled pulses of light target problem areas while preserving undamaged cells. The treatment replenishes your reserves of collagen, a critical protein responsible for skin radiance, suppleness, and hydration. 

BBL is an ideal resource for addressing the following:

  • Enlarged pores
  • Sun damage
  • Vascular lesions
  • Age spots
  • Freckles
  • Rosacea
  • Acne scarring
  • Hyperpigmentation
  • Uneven skin tone or texture
  • Wrinkles and lines
  • Signs of aging
  • Spider veins
  • Stretch marks
  • Melasma

What Are the Benefits of a BBL/IPL Laser Treatment?

BBL sessions with Dr. Ibrahim in Melbourne provide the following key benefits:

  • Reduces signs of aging 
  • Painless with no downtime
  • Enhances collagen output
  • Lightens the appearance of blemishes, freckles, and age spots
  • Reduces the look of rosacea and vascular lesions
  • Corrects acne scarring
  • Tightens, tones, and firms lax skin
  • Creates a more positive self-image 

Who Are the Best Candidates for a BBL/IPL Laser Treatment?

Patients struggling with the effects of aging, sun damage, or hyperpigmentation can greatly benefit from BBL treatments in Melbourne, provided they are in good overall health and have realistic yet positive expectations for what the treatment can achieve. Skin tone can be an issue with BBL, so it’s important to undergo a detailed consultation with Dr. Ibrahim to ensure the treatment will safely and effectively meet your needs. If you have taken Accutane within the last 6 to 12 months, you should avoid BBL. The treatment is also contraindicated for pregnant or nursing mothers.

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What is the First Step?

Your BBL treatment journey begins with an initial consultation with Dr. Ibrahim and his team in Melbourne. During this visit, the doctor will discuss your goals, address any questions you may have, and conduct a thorough medical and physical examination. Ensuring that every procedure is performed safely and accurately is a top priority for Dr. Ibrahim, so he takes the time necessary to ensure your session is rewarding and seamless. Once you are confirmed as a candidate and your treatment date has been scheduled, Dr. Ibrahim will provide you with a set of instructions to follow, allowing you to make the most of your BBL appointment.

What to Expect on the Day of a BBL/IPL Laser Treatment

A series of BBL sessions is recommended to ensure Dr. Ibrahim can comprehensively meet your needs. Your treatment in Melbourne, FL, is performed through several steps, as follows:

  • You are fitted with protective eyewear
  • Your skin is numbed with a topical anesthetic
  • You may see short flashes of light as the technology takes effect
  • You may feel a sensation of warmth
  • You may feel a slight stinging sensation, similar to a rubber band snapping against the skin.

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BBL/IPL Laser Treatment Recovery

After your BBL session in Melbourne, your skin may look slightly flushed, as though you have a mild sunburn. This side effect typically lasts 2-4 hours after a BBL appointment. You may also witness swelling that fades within 3-5 days. Use a cold compress and over-the-counter pain relievers to help alleviate any soreness or tenderness you may experience.

Some areas of the skin may darken in the first few days. This is normal and is no cause for concern. Avoid scratching or picking at the treatment areas, as this can lead to scarring. The skin will shed the damaged cells naturally as the weeks pass. You can resume normal activities right away after treatment, including the application of cosmetics and skincare products. Be diligent about avoiding harmful UV rays, and always wear sunscreen when taking a trip outdoors.

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Improving Your Recovery with PDGF and Peptides

BBL/IPL works by delivering controlled energy into the skin—stimulating renewal, repairing discoloration, and activating collagen remodeling. To magnify these effects and speed healing, Dr. Ibrahim may recommend integrating PDGF (Platelet-Derived Growth Factors) and medical-grade peptide therapy into your post-treatment plan.

PDGF enhances the skin’s natural regeneration process by increasing cell turnover and supporting healthier tissue repair. This means reduced redness, calmer inflammation, and a smoother recovery after laser-based light therapy. Because PDGF directly stimulates collagen production, it enhances the long-term results of your BBL treatments.

Peptides—including BPC-157, TB-500, and GHK-Cu—further support the healing cascade by boosting collagen synthesis, improving skin elasticity, and accelerating recovery at the cellular level. They help reduce downtime, improve skin texture, and optimize the evenness of skin response to treatment.

When combined, PDGF and peptides create a synergistic effect, contributing to:

  • Enhanced recovery with less post-treatment redness and swelling
  • Improved treatment outcomes, especially for sun damage, pigmentation, and overall skin clarity
  • Stronger collagen stimulation for longer-lasting firmness and rejuvenation

Dr. Ibrahim will recommend a customized regenerative plan based on your skin type and the intensity of your BBL sessions, ensuring your skin heals beautifully and your results continue to improve over time.

How Much Does a BBL/IPL Laser Treatment Cost in Melbourne, FL?

The cost of a BBL/IPL Laser Treatment in Melbourne, Tampa, and St. Petersburg can vary depending on the specific aesthetic issues addressed, the area of the body targeted, and whether your session is combined with other cosmetic solutions. Dr. Ibrahim will offer you a detailed quote once he has completed a physical assessment and reviewed your medical history.

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Why Choose Dr. Ibrahim?

Dr. Ahmed Ibrahim is a double fellowship-trained aesthetic surgeon serving as the Medical Director for AR Aesthetics in Melbourne, FL. His patient-centric approach and natural-looking results have solidified his reputation as one of the region’s most trusted and accomplished cosmetic experts. After he graduated from medical school with honors, Dr. Ibrahim completed a rigorous four-year Research Fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a Harvard Medical School teaching hospital. The doctor obtained his PhD from Erasmus University Rotterdam, an institution ranked among the top 3% of the world’s best training facilities. Dr. Ibrahim subsequently embarked on a surgical internship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center/Harvard Medical School and underwent training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. He then pursued two elite fellowships. The first was in Burn Surgery and Wound Care at Nassau University Medical Center, and the second was in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Florida.

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Patient Reviews

  • ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

    Dr. Ahmed Ibrahim, MD, PHD did laser skin resurfacing and the whole was positive

    He was comforting, made me feel relaxed. Results were over the top. He was educated and I learned alot about skin care. Robbie the aesthetician gave a wonderful massage prior to the procedure. I highly recommend coming to this place. The front staff is beautiful and helpful. A feel good experience!!!

    – D.E.M.

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    I’m a new patient with AR Aesthetics

    Ahmed was fantastic! He took time to explain to me the different procedures offered, and what to expect as the result. I will definitely be returning!

    – G.B.

  • ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

    I love everything about the service provided to me.

    From entering the office, which is incredibly beautiful, the staff is friendly, efficient, and kind.
    My experience has been second to none.
    Dr. Ibrahim is by far the ABSOLUTE BEST surgeon I have ever met, and I have met many.
    If he could take care of all of me, I would be extremely grateful.
    Thank you Dr. Ibrahim for making me happy! You are the BEST!!!!

    – B.B

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