| Acne Treatment
What is Acne?
Acne is a condition caused by skin cells that do not shed properly and plug pores, causing oil and bacteria to be trapped inside. As oil and bacteria accumulate, the skin becomes inflamed and swells outward forming whiteheads, blackheads and pimples.
How Do the Treatments Work?
Laser light is delivered through the skin’s surface triggering the body’s natural bacteria fighting defences. These defences kill the problem causing bacteria, significantly reducing the severity of current and future breakouts.
What Can I Expect During Treatment?
After discussing your medical history, including any drugs you are currently taking, with your medical practitioner, the treatment area will be cleaned and a thin layer of gel will be applied. Your practitioner will glide the laser hand-piece over the treatment area in a brushing motion as the laser light is pulsed through the skin.
Is It Painful?
Many patients say each laser pulse feels like the snap of a rubber band against the skin, though treatments over active acne may be more uncomfortable. Your medical practitioner may recommend a topical anaesthetic in order to make treatments more comfortable.
What Should I Expect Following Each Treatment?
Your face may appear slightly flushed and swollen, though these effects usually subside after a few hours or days. Sunscreen should be applied and, if you wish, make-up may be applied immediately after treatment, as the skin’s surface is not actually damaged by the laser. Please check with your doctor to determine if your make-up is appropriately formulated for acne sufferers.
How Long Will the Effects Last?
Clinical data suggests that most patients find their acne will improve after the completion of about four treatments, two a week for two weeks. While many patients continue to improve in the months following treatment, some patients experience a plateau in their improvement. Repeated treatments may be necessary to maintain results.
How long does it take?
Each session usually takes 30-60 minutes.
How much does it cost?
Individual treatment |
Price |
Typical area treated |
Consultation |
£65.00 |
Test spot |
15 minutes |
£75.00 |
Partial or limited face |
30 minutes |
£150.00 |
Partial face |
60 minutes |
£300.00 |
Face, chest or back |
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