STONY LASER BEAUTY CLINIC

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Acne laser treatment



Acne laser treatment is a simple and safe procedure that gives amazing results.



acne laser treatment



Acne is a skin condition that varies in severity and subtypes. It occurs when oil clogs the pores of the face, neck, chest, back or upper arms, and is complicated by bacteria, hormones, and other inflammatory conditions.


The condition can be caused by heredity, stress and other factors. Acne is common in teenagers but can happen at any age. It is also very treatable.


The discovery of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) treatments is one of the most significant advances for many years in acne treatment of live acne (acne vulgaris).


Acne patients undergoing IPL treatment for pitted scarring, soon discovered that IPL was also having a beneficial effect on fresh breakouts.


In addition to boosting collagen production, it is believed that the IPL treatment keeps fresh breakouts at bay by killing the bacteria that cause infection and the formation of spots.


Stony Laser beauty clinic always provides the most up to date information available on the exciting new research into acne treatment with IPL.


LASER ACNE TREATMENT
What to expect.

Pre-Treatment Consultation





No treatment is carried out without a consultation. This will be carried out prior to any laser acne treatment. During the consultation a medical history will be taken, your skin typed against the Fitzpatrick skin type scale and a small patch test will be carried out.

Pre and Post treatment advice will be provided so you can plan for your session appropriately. After the consultation you can then book your future treatments. Consultation fee is £40.



During Treatment





Your medical history will be checked for any changes at each appointment. Then providing no changes that stop treatment, you will be seated in our comfortable therapy chair and given protective eye wear before treatment commences.
During your treatment, you’ll feel some warmth on the face, but the actual laser should cause very little if any discomfort.





Aftercare





After the treatment there can be inflammation and skin peeling. Some experience some crusting around the most severe inflammation.


Avoiding sunlight for 48 hours is crucial, and applying any topical treatments advised by your consultant is critical to ensuring the best possible outcome.



Return Visit





Generally, most patients will need 6-8 treatments. These can be booked approx 2 weeks apart to allow your skin time to recover and collagen to regenerate.





FAQ
Answers to some of our frequently asked questions.

What is Acne?





Acne, or acne vulgaris, is a common skin condition that causes spots. It can vary from mild to severe and can affect the skin of your face, back, shoulders and chest. It is very common in teenagers and young adults.

Acne starts to develop when hair follicles in your skin get blocked with sebum (a natural oil) and dead skin cells. During your teenage years, your skin produces more of this oil because of hormonal changes (an increase in your testosterone level).

Sometimes, a bacterium called Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) that usually lives harmlessly on your skin can grow inside your hair follicles. It can contribute to inflammation (swelling) in spots.



How does the laser work?





Our Multi-functional Laser has the capacity to generate a concentrated beam of Intense Pulse Light, (IPL), this type of treatment is frequently used to even out skin pigmentation in addition to treating acne. When used specifically for breakouts, IPL works to destroy the bacteria that causes continuous breakouts and inflammation. this laser is also able to lighten scarring, many acne sufferers get so you get to kill two birds with one stone, so to speak.


Because the IPL works in conjunction with Radio Frequency (RF) the laser treatment can instigate skin repair and collagen at the same time.



What Can I expect from the laser treatment?





Laser treatment may seem technical or scary, but most dermatology lasers are simple, hand-held units that a dermatologist can hold near the face.

During your treatment, you’ll feel some warmth on the face, but the actual laser should cause very little if any discomfort. After the treatment, however, there can be inflammation and skin peeling. Some experience some crusting around the most severe inflammation. Avoiding sunlight for 48 hours is crucial, and applying any topical treatments advised by your consultant is critical to ensuring the best possible outcome. The effectiveness of laser treatments for acne range from as low as 35% to as high as 80% — in other words, it can vary significantly on a case by case basis.



Am I suitable for laser treatment & How many will I need?





Generally, most patients will need 6-8 treatments. Treatment is suitable for most people; however, prior to treatment a free consultation is mandatory during which a medical history is taken, and an assessment of the desired treatment area is carried out. This will then allow the practitioner to determine suitability for treatment, how many sessions will be required and the expected results.


Typically, half face treatment is 30 minutes, full face treatment is 45 minutes, full face and neck treatment is 60 minutes and chest only treatment is 45 minutes. Recovery Time There is little or no downtime with this fast and effective treatment. However, there may be some mild redness on the skin.



Our Prices



Treatment prices will vary depending on the required treatment and the size of the area that needs to be treated.


Prices start from as little as £80 per session but this will be discussed in more detail at your no obligation consultation (£40 fee) to give you a better overall cost for the treatment you require.





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