One of the biggest concerns people have about IPL laser facials is if it’s painful. While everyone has different pain thresholds, most people feel a mild warmth sensation during the treatment. The heat comes from the intense pulse light coming into contact with your skin and targeting specific areas such as pigmentation or fine lines. However, this slight discomfort lasts only a few minutes in each treated area. It can be easily managed by using cooling techniques like ice packs or cold masks to numb any potential discomfort. Most patients also compare this experience with that of someone snapping themselves lightly with an elastic band.