Foto Facial / Rejuvenation

What is Foto facial and Photo rejuvenation?
Foto facial and Photo rejuvenation are skin rejuvenation treatments using IPL (Intense Pulsed Light). We use them to treat a wide variety of conditions including Rosacea, sun damage, hyperpigmentation, dilated capillaries, flushing and blushing, fine lines, wrinkles and open pores. It is also very good to use before a special occasion to give your skin a boost and extra glow.

How does the treatment work?
The light is attracted to the red capillary and also to the excess melanin in the sun damaged skin, this light is absorbed creating heat which destroys the capillary or breaks up the excess pigment. The body then absorbs the debris much in the same way it gets rid of a bruise. The light also stimulates the production of collagen in the area.

What type of laser/IPL is used?
We use a Photoderm IPL for foto facial and photo rejuvenation treatment. This is one of the first IPL technologies developed and as such has many years of research behind it. We can also use an Nlite diode laser for treatment of dilated capillaries and wrinkles.

Is the treatment permanent?
With foto facial/ rejuvenation treatment you will normally achieve a good long-term improvement in your condition. Unfortunately because most of the conditions treated with foto facial/rejuvenation are directly affected by the natural ageing process we cannot stop the ageing process so occasional top ups are usually required approximately every 6-18 months depending on the individual.

How many treatments are necessary?
This will vary from person to person depending on the severity of the condition but generally you will need a course of 3-5 treatments, with occasional top ups after that as described above.

What areas can be treated?
We can treat the face, neck, chest or all three sites together. We can also treat just individual areas of the face, for example, the nose and cheeks. We can also use this treatment to treat some spider veins on the legs.

Can all skin types be treated?
Because the light beam is absorbed well by melanin skin pigment, it is not usually possible to treat dark skinned people as they have a high risk of skin pigment change. However in such cases, we can suggest other forms of skin rejuvenation, which will be more suitable.

Are there any after effects following the treatment?
There is very little in the way of after effects following the treatment most people can return to work straight after treatment, although some people may have mild to moderate redness following the treatment and occasionally some people may gets some bruising. Redness will usually go in 1-2 hours but bruising may take 5-14 days to recover.

What are the costs likely to be?
This will be discussed at the initial consultation. We are currently offering a free consultation. Treatment costs will vary between individuals and according to the areas to be treated.

Is the treatment safe?
Yes. There is no evidence whatsoever to suggest that the treatment can leas to skin disorders or an increased risk of skin cancer. Furthermore, every precaution has been taken to ensure the safety of the patient. Having met all the necessary conditions, The Body Clinic is registered with the Healthcare commission. The lasers/IPL’s are also subject to periodical checks by The Regional Radiation Physics And Protection Service. Only qualified and fully trained staff carries out treatment. Patients are required to wear approved protective goggles at all times.

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