Clinic 5 Collective

Us looking at our schedule for the week ahead....let’s gooooooo! 💃

Not booked in yet? Our $199 IPL sale starts October 1, but you can now lock in the pricing by pre-booking your sessions. Promotion valid from October 1 until October 31 for full face IPL booked IN October. Our reccomendation? Get in as early as you can in October so you can fit in two sessions during the promotion.

—Sincerely,

Your favourite laser clinic in Courtenay, BC

WHAT IN THE IPL…

Everyone and their mother is booking IPL (intense pulse laser) sessions this fall, but no one is talking about THIS.

After your IPl session the brown, pigmentation spots can get darker before they get better. We refer to this as “peppering”” or something thar looks like coffee grounds on the skin. It’s not a big deal! (and can be covered with makeup) but we’d rather you know what to expect in advance.

When we, as laser technicians, see “peppering” post session, we get giddy! It’s proof that your unwanted pigment is leaving the building. This also goes for redness and vascular lesions. They can look worse before they look better. That’s part of the process.  

Here’s what you should know:

If you don’t get peppering, it does not mean the treatment didn’t work! Not everyone’s sun damage is the same. Your skin will appear brighter and more even after the 4 week mark! Peppering is alwats more likely on your first IPL session of your series.  

Want more information on IPL in Courtenay, BC? We’ve got you: clinic5collective.com

—Sincerely,

Your favourite laser clinic in Courtenay, BC

WHAT IN THE IPL…

Everyone and their mother is booking IPL (intense pulse laser) sessions this fall, but no one is talking about THIS.

After your IPl session the brown, pigmentation spots can get darker before they get better. We refer to this as “peppering” or something thar looks like coffee grounds on the skin. It’s not a big deal! (and can be covered with makeup) but we’d rather you know what to expect in advance.

When we, as laser technicians, see “peppering” post session, we get giddy! It’s proof that your unwanted pigment is leaving the building. This also goes for redness and vascular lesions. They can look worse before they look better. That’s part of the process.  

Here’s what you should know:

If you don’t get peppering, it does not mean the treatment didn’t work! Not everyone’s sun damage is the same. Your skin will appear brighter and more even after the 4 week mark! Peppering is alwats more likely on your first IPL session of your series.  

Want more information on IPL in Courtenay, BC? We’ve got you: clinic5collective.com

—Sincerely,

Your favourite laser clinic in Courtenay, BC

IF YOU WANT IPL, READ THIS

IPL is not just “a facial” it’s an advanced laser treatment that REQUIRES proper preparation. And you’re going to want to start the preparation now because our biggest IPL sale of the year starts October 1.

— STOP using any retinol, glycolics, peels or any skin thinning ingredients at least 5-7 days before your treatment
— Avoid all sun exposure for AT LEAST two weeks before your treatment
— Skin cannot be freshly tanned for your session (this includes spray tans, self tans, etc.)
— Establish your at-home skin care routine to SUPPORT your results (re: 80-20 rule)
— Stick to your individual treatment plan

Simply put, if you don’t follow the preparation, then we will need to reschedule once you’ve had time to do so. We don’t say this to discourage—we do want you to experience the transformative results of IPL! It’s because we care so much about your skin and safety that we may have to say “see you later.”

—Sincerely,
Your favourite laser clinic in Courtenay, BC

Plans this weekend? Saturdays are back now through until the end of the year. So how about taking back your weekend? You know, swap out the mopping for microneedling, replace stocking up on groceries with shopping our skin care, and swap the laundry loads with an IPL session. Now THAT sounds like a weekend.

—Sincerely,
Your favourite medical spa in Courtenay BC

20% OFF YOUR $150+ ORDER—THIS WEEKEND ONLY

That product you’ve been eyeing? Your skincare staples running low? Now’s the time to fill your cart and save.

Use code LABOURDAY26 at checkout before Monday night.

Shop now at clinic5collective.com.

Offer valid September 4 through September 7, 2026. Some exclusions apply.

FACT: Up to 80% of visible facial aging is linked to UV exposure.
FACT: UVA pe*****tes deeply, breaking down collagen and elastin and contributing to wrinkles and laxity.
FACT: More than 90% of UV radiation can pe*****te light cloud cover.
FACT: Some vehicle side windows allow up to 56% of UVA rays through.
FACT: Daily sunscreen use is associated with 24% less skin aging over 4.5 years.
FACT: We weren’t perfect at protecting our skin this summer.
That’s where Clinic 5 comes in. We’re here simply to guide and advise you toward the right corrective treatments (IPL), SPF, and home routine for your unique circumstances. The rest is completely up to you—no judgement, no pressure.
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