One Fractional Laser Pigmentation Removal

Service Description

Skin Conditions Treated

Freckles

Sun Spots

Hyperpigmentation

Age spots (solar lentigines)

Flat pigmented birthmarks (congenital melanocytic naevi)

About the treatment

Skin pigmentation marks are a build up of melanocytes (cells containing melanin) under the skin typically referred to as freckles and age spots on the hands, face and body areas. Different types of laser can be used depending on the type of pigmentation. If pigmentation is in superficial lesions, then the Alexandrite 755nm Laser Pigmentation Removal treatment may be effective in removing pigmentation in less sessions. The treatment will also depend on the area being treated, the type of pigmentation, and level of recovery time. Laser treatment is one of the advanced treatments for removing unwanted pigmentation on the skin such as age spots, sun spots, and freckles.

Skin Pigmentation Removal is a non-invasive treatment. This designed laser is absorbed only by the cells containing excessive concentrations of pigment. The light pulses produced by the laser can feel similar to the flicking of a rubber elastic band and for most people is not too uncomfortable. Darkening may be noticed after treatment. For 7-10 days the area will look like a dark scab which eventually sheds off.

For deep pigmentation such as melasma, Laser Resurfacing is the skin pigmentation treatment of choice which could remove up to 80% of melanin in one treatment.

How does Laser Pigmentation Removal work?

The machine produces a wavelength of high energy light, which is then converted into heat energy. This can target the specific area of pigmentation because the laser is absorbed only by cells containing an excessive concentration of pigmentation. This causes efficient destruction while leaving the surrounding tissue undamaged.

Benefits of Pigmentation Removal

Can minimise appearance of pigmentation

Treats body and facial areas

Minimal side effects and recovery time

Make-up can be worn after treatment