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VI Peel
Medical-grade VI Peels for sun damage, melasma, acne and fine.
BHRC Westlake Village · Laser & light
Intense pulsed light that fades sun spots, calms redness and clears broken capillaries for a brighter, more even complexion.
IPL Photofacial in Thousand Oaks
IPL stands for Intense Pulsed Light. Unlike a laser, which uses one wavelength, IPL delivers many wavelengths at once, so it can address brown spots and redness in the same session.
The light is absorbed by the pigments behind your concern. Melanin in sun and age spots breaks up and flakes away, while hemoglobin in small visible vessels absorbs light that reduces redness.
Years of sun are hard on skin, and IPL is one of the most effective ways to undo visible sun damage on the face, neck, chest, hands and arms.
How it works

A handpiece delivers gentle pulses of light across the skin.
Excess melanin and small blood vessels absorb the energy and break down.
Brown spots darken, then flake away over several days, leaving a more even tone.
Concerns & areas






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Both can brighten sun-damaged skin. IPL uses light to target brown spots and redness, while a VI Peel resurfaces the skin chemically.
| IPL photofacial | VI Peel | |
|---|---|---|
| Targets | Brown spots and visible redness | Pigment, texture, acne and fine lines |
| Downtime | Minimal; spots darken and flake | About 3 to 5 days of light peeling |
| Skin tones | Best on lighter skin tones | Safe for all skin types and tones |
| Tan | Skin must not be recently tanned | Ask your provider |
| Plan | A short series a few weeks apart | One peel or a series |
Your appointment
Avoid sun exposure and tanning in the weeks before treatment, since IPL works best on skin that isn't recently tanned.
A cooling gel is applied and you wear protective eyewear. Most people feel a quick warm snap, and sessions take around 20 to 30 minutes.
Skin may be pink for a few hours. Brown spots often darken and then flake off over several days, which is a sign the treatment is working.
After your treatment

Brown spots darken and look like coffee grounds, then flake away over about a week.
Tone looks clearer and redness gradually softens.
A more even, brighter complexion. Many people book maintenance once a year.
Start your journey
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What brings you in today?
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Which location works for you?
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Last step. Where should we send it?
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Why BHRC Westlake Village
Years of sun show up as spots and redness on the face, chest and hands. IPL treats both concerns in the same session.
Your plan starts with a conversation. If another treatment would serve you better, your provider will tell you.
New clients save 15% on a first single treatment at the regular price.
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Is it right for you?
BHRC Westlake Village is on South Westlake Boulevard in Westlake Village, serving Thousand Oaks and the Conejo Valley. IPL Photofacial is provided by licensed medical providers for patients across Thousand Oaks, Agoura Hills, Oak Park, Calabasas and Newbury Park.
Every plan starts with a free consultation. If another treatment would suit your goals better, your provider will say so. Many patients pair IPL Photofacial with VI Peel or HydraFacial.
Recent sun exposure, skin tone, pregnancy and certain medications can affect candidacy. Your provider will confirm IPL is safe for your skin.
2026 pricing
BHRC Westlake Village’s current prices. New clients save 15% on a first single treatment, and packages lower the cost per session.
| Treatment | Price | New client −15% | Packages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Face | $400 | $340 | Pkg of 3 $1,140Pkg of 6 $2,160 |
| Neck | $400 | $340 | Pkg of 3 $1,140Pkg of 6 $2,160 |
| Chest | $400 | $340 | Pkg of 3 $1,140Pkg of 6 $2,160 |
| Face/Neck | $600 | $510 | Pkg of 3 $1,710Pkg of 6 $3,240 |
| Face/Chest | $650 | $552 | Pkg of 3 $1,850Pkg of 6 $3,510 |
| Face/Neck/Chest | $750 | $638 | Pkg of 3 $2,140Pkg of 6 $4,050 |
| Half Arms | $500 | $425 | Pkg of 3 $1,425Pkg of 6 $2,700 |
| Full Arms | $650 | $552 | Pkg of 3 $1,850Pkg of 6 $3,510 |
| Hands | $300 | $255 | Pkg of 3 $855Pkg of 6 $1,620 |
Your provider confirms your plan and total at a free consultation before anything is booked.
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Frequently asked
At BHRC Westlake Village, IPL photofacial starts at $300 (Hands). Face is $400, Neck is $400 and Chest is $400. New clients save 15% on a first single treatment at the regular price, so Hands is $255 on a first visit. Packages lower the cost per session. Your provider confirms your plan and total at a free consultation before anything is booked.
Most clients see their best results after a short series spaced a few weeks apart, with occasional maintenance.
Treated pigment often darkens before it flakes away over several days. It is a normal sign the light has worked.
Most people describe a quick, warm snap similar to a rubber band flick. A cooling gel keeps you comfortable.
Yes. IPL is used on the neck, chest, hands and arms as well as the face.
IPL works best on lighter skin tones. For deeper skin tones, your provider may recommend a VI Peel or another option that treats pigment more safely.
IPL can reduce visible redness and small broken vessels that often come with rosacea. It doesn't cure rosacea, and a series usually works best.
Heat and light can make melasma worse, so IPL is often not the first choice. Your provider may suggest a VI Peel or a skincare plan instead.
Any time your skin isn't recently tanned. Many people start in the cooler months, when sun is easier to avoid.
BHRC Westlake Village is at 968 S Westlake Blvd, Suite 10, Westlake Village, CA 91361, on South Westlake Boulevard in Westlake Village, serving Thousand Oaks and the Conejo Valley. Call (805) 374-2472 with any questions before your visit.
BHRC Westlake Village is open Monday to Friday from 9:30am to 5:30pm and Saturday from 10am to 2pm. It is closed on Sunday.
Visit us
| Monday – Friday | 9:30am – 5:30pm |
|---|---|
| Saturday | 10am – 2pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
We are on South Westlake Boulevard in Westlake Village, serving Thousand Oaks and the Conejo Valley. Serving Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Agoura Hills, Oak Park, Calabasas and Newbury Park.
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