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Acne
Acne affects more than 80% of the population at some time in their lives and even high profile celebrities like Cameron Diaz and Kate Moss have been seen with less than perfect complexions. We offer a treatment that can help make your acne damaged skin look like that of a move stars!
Intense Pulsed Light IPL is a fantastic treatment for mild to moderate active acne. It can be very effective at calming overactive oil glands and removing any bacterial infection, particularly when used with specialist skin care regimes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Consultation Procedure
Prior to any treatment the qualified Intense Pulsed Light specialist will provide a full consultation. The consultation identifies your expectations and provides a complete explanation of the treatment process and likely outcome. A medical history is taken to confirm suitability for treatment and if you wish to proceed a written informed consent is obtained and a test patch is performed to confirm there will not be any skin reaction to the treatment.
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a) Blocked pores cause a build up of the acne bacteria, which leads to comodones and inflammation of the skin.
b) Light destroys the bacteria and causes a shrinkage of the inflamed sebaceous glands.
c) Pustules begin to clear and the skin condition improves.
CASE STUDYS
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Courtesy of Dr David McGill
Consultation Procedure
Prior to any treatment the qualified specialist will provide a full consultation. The consultation identifies your expectations and provides a complete explanation of the treatment. A medical history is taken to confirm suitability for treatment and if you wish to proceed a written informed consent is obtained and a test patch is performed to confirm there are no adverse skin reactions to the light.
TESTIMONIALS
"The right side of my face has stayed clear and the left side has shown a definite improvement after 3 treatments"
"After a course of six Intense Pulsed Light and chemical peel treatments, my skin is better than ever"
"Not only have I seen a decrease in the number of spots, my skin tone seems to be much more uniform too!"
Prices
Treatments are priced during consultation, but can start from as little as £30. Call 01625 524 544 to book your free consultation.
Download a leaflet here (PDF) or call 01625 524 544 for more details and to book your consultation.
How does Intense Pulsed Light Work?
The Intense Pulsed Light system releases yellow and red light that is emitted in a series of short pulses. The yellow/green light destroys the bacteria that live in the skin and cause acne, while the red light directly targets the overactive sebaceous glands that cause outbreaks of pustules. This targeted heating deep in the skin causes shrinkage of the inflamed sebaceous glands and helps to prevent overproduction of excess sebum.
How is the treatment carried out?
You will be asked to put on goggles to protect your eyes. A layer of chilled
gel is applied to the area to cool the skin and guide the light. The light applicator is placed onto the skin and a short pulse of light is released. The applicator is then moved to the neighbouring area and the process is repeated until the whole area is treated. The chilled gel is removed and the area is moisturised. Each pulse of light treats a large area of skin and so the duration of the treatment is very short.
Am I suitable for treatment?
Almost everyone can be treated, apart from very dark skinned or tanned individuals. Pregnant women or people taking the acne treatment Roaccutane should not be treated.
How does the treatment feel?
The light energy is absorbed by the skin, and heats it up, creating a sharp, short-lived pinprick sensation. No anaesthesia is required, other than cooling the skin and most patients describe the discomfort as moderate and acceptable.
What should I expect after the treatment?
Redness and a slight warming sensation are normal after treatment. A cooling pack will be applied to the skin to ease these symptoms. It will be necessary to avoid sun exposure or use a high protection sunscreen for 2 weeks after the treatment.
Is it safe?
The treated area can become quite red immediately after treatment. However, most patients experience no side effects and the redness usually disappears within a couple of hours. Very rarely the skin may become lighter or darker, or a small blister may form. It is possible that some hair loss will occur in the area treated, and it could be permanent, so men should consider this possibility before agreeing to treatment of their beard area.
How long does each treatment take?
A typical treatment session will take in the region of 30 minutes. Typically Intense Pulsed Light treatment is combined with glycolic acid facial peel treatments or microdermabrasion for maximum results.
How many treatments are necessary?
The number of treatments necessary varies from person to person, but typically 6 Intense Pulsed Light and 6 Glycolic acid peel treatments will result in significant improvement, depending on the severity of the condition. Intense Pulsed Light treatments should take place fortnightly, with glycolic acid peel between treatments. |
