Venus Versa™ Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) skin rejuvenation is a breakthrough non-invasive skincare treatment available at Natural Aesthetics clinics across Cape Town, in Green Point, Tyger Valley, and Somerset West.
Venus Versa™ is a state-of-the-art medical aesthetic platform designed to deliver safe, effective, and comfortable skin rejuvenation. Each IPL session is performed using its patented SR (Skin Rejuvenation) applicator, which includes:
SmartScan™ Technology: Ensures consistent energy delivery across the skin, using advanced pulse optimisation to precisely treat specific skin imperfections.
IPL treatments with Venus Versa are fully customised to suit each patient’s skin type, tone, and condition.
Brown Marks and Spots: Targets sun damage, age spots, freckles, liver spots, and hyperpigmentation.
Red Skin Conditions: Reduces diffused redness, rosacea, broken capillaries, and visible small red veins.
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5–7 Days Following Your Treatment:
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IPL Pricing Guide & Discounted Packages
Did you know? All our Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) treatments include a customised SkinCeuticals chemical peel and Phyto Corrective Masque to enhance results. Aftercare products are provided at no additional charge, along with clear instructions to support your recovery.
| Treatment Area | Price (per session) | Course of 3 |
| Face | R2,500 | R4,500 (save R3,000) |
| Face & Neck | R3,000 | R5,400 (save R3,600) |
| Face, Neck & Chest | R3,500 | R6,300 (save R4,200) |
| Hands & Lower Arms | R2,000 | R3,600 (save R2,400) |
| Hands & Full Arms | R2,500 | R4,500 (save R3,000) |
Targets uneven pigmentation, sunspots, and age spots caused by sun exposure or ageing. The IPL light energy breaks down excess melanin, helping to fade brown marks and restore a clearer, more even complexion.
Effectively treats redness, facial veins, and rosacea by using light energy to gently heat and close visible blood vessels beneath the skin’s surface. This reduces redness, flushing, and broken capillaries, leaving the skin calmer and more balanced.
Safely and effectively reduces unwanted hair by delivering light energy to the hair follicle, preventing future growth. It works best on dark hair and lighter skin tones, leaving the skin smooth and hair-free with long-term results.
Bid farewell to unwanted hair with Venus Versa IPL Hair Removal. This treatment is a triumph against problematic skin breakouts and active acne. Experience visible improvements as it addresses hair concerns, leaving your
skin smooth and rejuvenated.
Guided by Dr. Wade Merchant, our team of doctors and medically trained aesthetic therapists are highly experienced in performing advanced Dermapen 4™ Microneedling treatments to target scarring, pigmentation, fine lines, and skin texture concerns. Our professional Dermapen 4™ microneedling treatments are available across Cape Town at our clinics in Green Point, Tyger Valley, and Somerset West.
Here are a few of the most common questions and answers regarding our Venus Versa™ Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) treatments. If you have any other questions or would like personalised guidance, please book a consultation with one of our aesthetic therapists.
Natural Aesthetics has three conveniently located clinics across Cape Town — in Green Point, Tyger Valley, and Somerset West. With a 4.8-star Google Review rating across all three clinics.
Yes. After your IPL session, we will provide you with the correct aftercare products at no additional charge. This usually includes Barrier Repair Cream, and HOCL Spray (an anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory solution that supports healing and protects the skin after treatment). You’ll also receive detailed aftercare instructions to ensure proper healing, optimal results, and long-term skin health.
Yes. We offer IPL treatment packages for patients wanting to address multiple sessions or areas. You’ll also earn loyalty points on every IPL treatment or product purchase, which can be redeemed towards future skincare treatments or medical-grade products.
IPL treatments with the Venus Versa device are generally well tolerated. Most patients describe the sensation as a quick, warm flick against the skin, similar to a small elastic band snap. The device uses a cooling tip to keep the skin’s surface comfortable and protected throughout the treatment. Mild redness or warmth may occur afterward but usually subsides within a few hours.
While Venus Versa™ IPL is a safe and advanced technology, it is not suitable for all skin types. Patients with darker skin tones (Fitzpatrick skin types III–VI), or those with lighter skin who have melasma or recent sun exposure, may not be ideal candidates, as the light energy can sometimes worsen pigmentation. Our doctors and therapists will carefully assess your skin type during consultation to ensure the treatment is both safe and effective for you.
For best results, IPL treatments are usually performed as a course of 3 to 6 sessions, spaced 3 to 4 weeks apart, depending on your skin concerns. Maintenance sessions may be recommended every few months to maintain results and keep pigmentation and redness under control.
We recommend avoiding makeup for 24 hours after your IPL treatment. The skin may appear slightly flushed, warm, or sensitive, so it’s best to allow it to breathe and recover. You can resume makeup application the following day, provided your skin feels comfortable.
It’s best to avoid exercise, saunas, steam rooms, or any activity that causes heat, sweating, or flushing for at least 48 hours after your treatment. Heat can increase inflammation and interfere with the healing process, potentially leading to complications such as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
No. IPL treatments are not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, as hormonal changes can make the skin more reactive and unpredictable. We advise waiting until after this period before starting or resuming your IPL sessions.
Most patients begin to notice visible improvements in their skin tone and clarity after the first or second IPL session. Pigmented spots typically darken before flaking off over several days, while redness and broken capillaries gradually fade with each treatment. The full effect develops over a course of 3 to 6 sessions as collagen production increases and the skin becomes clearer, brighter, and more even in tone.
