About Laser Pigmentation Treatment
Laser Pigmentation Treatment targets and removes areas of pigmentation on the face and body that are affected by sun damage, freckles or pigmentation. Laser pigmentation treatment can be used to treat areas affected on the face and body.
The Problem
Pigmentation is caused by excess melanin. A number of factors can trigger an increase in melanin production including sun exposure, hormonal influences, age and skin injuries or inflammation. It can lead to darker areas of the skin often called age spots or melasma.
How It Works
The laser light is absorbed by the melanin – or pigment – in the skin, causing the cells to heat up resulting in them being damaged and the body naturally removes them. The treatment area will darken as the pigmented cells are lifted to the surface forming a very light scab. The cells are then naturally shed after a few days, thus reducing or removing the pigment completely.
Upon assessment and depending on your requirements, we will use either the Sciton BBL laser or the Lynton Excelight IPL. You can expect to see results after two weeks from your first laser pigmentation treatment. You will be advised if you need a course of treatments depending on the size and severity of the area.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Preparing for your treatment
Post Treatment Care
Are the results permanent?
Who is suitable for this treatment?
How does pigmentation develop?
Will my skin continue to develop pigmentation after treatment?
Is the treatment painful?
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What areas can be treated?
You must not be taking any light sensitive medication. You must not be using topical steroids in the area. No sun exposure or sun beds in the last 4 weeks. No fake tan, gradual tan or instant tan in the area in the last 2 weeks.
Any change in medication you must inform us at least 48 hrs before the treatment (including herbal remedies). For laser rejuvenation Skinade or Nutrakos will give your skin the collagen building blocks it needs and can be started a month before or at the time of treatment for at least 3 months.
Pigment will darken and should be left to naturally shed from the skin. Do not pick or scratch as this could cause scarring and more pigmentation. Areas with red veins may appear ‘flushed’ or possibly ‘bruised’ for a few days. Rejuvenated areas may be pink after the treatment. Aloe Vera can be used to soothe the area. Use a cool compress to reduce the heat. Avoid perfumed products and heat treatments for 5 days. Cleanse your skin as normal with your ZO cleanser in the evening using cool or tepid water. Resume your ZO exfoliating polish and retinol when the skin has normalised. Always use SPF with excellent UVA protection as the treated area may be more sensitive to the sun for at least one month. We recommend the ZO range range for ongoing skin health. For red veins you must also not exercise for 3 days after the treatment. Do not drink alcohol, take any blood thinners or anti inflammatories for 5 days after the treatment.
If you are prone to pigmentation it is really important that you stay protected in the sun. Top up treatments may be needed over the years for those prone to pigmentation.Anyone without a tan and not on any light sensitive medication.
Anyone without a tan and not on any light sensitive medication.
Pigmentation is most commonly caused by sun damage, hormones and trauma.
New pigmentation can develop post treatment. Sun damage can take up to 40 years to become visible on the skin so even if you stay out of the sun now the damage may already be done. We can also do preventative treatments to prevent this from becoming visable on the surface of the skin.
The treatment feels sharp and hot but it is very quick. It may feel a little hot and tingly for an hour or so after treatment.
The pigmentation often darkens or grays at first and then forms a light scab which will naturally be exfoliated from the skin after 5-10 days leaving no or reduced pigment. 1-3 treatments are usually required.
Anywhere on the face and body.
You must not be taking any light sensitive medication. You must not be using topical steroids in the area. No sun exposure or sun beds in the last 4 weeks. No fake tan, gradual tan or instant tan in the area in the last 2 weeks.
Any change in medication you must inform us at least 48 hrs before the treatment (including herbal remedies). For laser rejuvenation Skinade or Nutrakos will give your skin the collagen building blocks it needs and can be started a month before or at the time of treatment for at least 3 months.
Pigment will darken and should be left to naturally shed from the skin. Do not pick or scratch as this could cause scarring and more pigmentation. Areas with red veins may appear ‘flushed’ or possibly ‘bruised’ for a few days. Rejuvenated areas may be pink after the treatment. Aloe Vera can be used to soothe the area. Use a cool compress to reduce the heat. Avoid perfumed products and heat treatments for 5 days. Cleanse your skin as normal with your ZO cleanser in the evening using cool or tepid water. Resume your ZO exfoliating polish and retinol when the skin has normalised. Always use SPF with excellent UVA protection as the treated area may be more sensitive to the sun for at least one month. We recommend the ZO range range for ongoing skin health. For red veins you must also not exercise for 3 days after the treatment. Do not drink alcohol, take any blood thinners or anti inflammatories for 5 days after the treatment.
If you are prone to pigmentation it is really important that you stay protected in the sun. Top up treatments may be needed over the years for those prone to pigmentation.Anyone without a tan and not on any light sensitive medication.
Anyone without a tan and not on any light sensitive medication.
Pigmentation is most commonly caused by sun damage, hormones and trauma.
New pigmentation can develop post treatment. Sun damage can take up to 40 years to become visible on the skin so even if you stay out of the sun now the damage may already be done. We can also do preventative treatments to prevent this from becoming visable on the surface of the skin.
The treatment feels sharp and hot but it is very quick. It may feel a little hot and tingly for an hour or so after treatment.
The pigmentation often darkens or grays at first and then forms a light scab which will naturally be exfoliated from the skin after 5-10 days leaving no or reduced pigment. 1-3 treatments are usually required.
Anywhere on the face and body.
Our Experts
Katie Debenham CIBTAC CIDESCO
CoolSculpting & Body Contouring Specialist
After qualifying at Champneys, Hertfordshire, Katie envisioned herself running her own business using the latest medical-based beauty treatments. Opening Radiance Aesthetic Clinic in 2013 with her mum, Dr Ros, Katie moved forward from her day-to-day beauty treatments and qualified as a Cosmeceuticals, skin, body contouring, laser and CoolSculpting therapist. Katie places huge value on getting her clients great results and revolutionising beauty through the latest innovations in skin care.
Charlotte
CoolSculpting & Body Contouring Specialist
Charlotte joined Radiance in 2014 and brings a wealth of knowledge from working in the beauty industry for 15 years. She has worked in Australia, travelled the world and worked as a therapist which led to her passion for aesthetic treatments. Charlotte came back to the UK to start a career as an Aesthetic Therapist. Charlotte is fully trained in laser, CoolSculpting, body contouring and all things skin related. With hundreds of loyal clients, Charlotte is a skin expert and is passionate about getting you the results you deserve.
Harriet
Qualified Aesthetic Practitioner
Harriet has been operating as a qualified therapist for over 15 years and has worked as an Aesthetic Therapist at Radiance for the last 5 years. She is dedicated to making her clients feel and look fabulous. Harriet specialises in the VISIA skin scanner and uses this to help tailor personalised skin programmes for clients. Harriet uses Hydrafacial, INDIBA, Dermalux, Thermage FLX and all the lasers to make changes to her clients skin, giving them the complexion they have always dreamed of.
Jade T
Qualified Aesthetic Practitioner
Jade has worked in the beauty industry for over 10 years and is trained in most aesthetic and laser treatments including Hydrafacial, INDIBA, Chemical peels and much more. She is passionate about ZO skincare and skin health and helps clients with any skin concerns to help boost their confidence. Jade is also trained in semi-permanent makeup, also known as micro-pigmentation or cosmetic tattooing. Jade is the lead aesthetician in miraDry, the permanent sweat reduction treatment.