What to expect from a laser treatment?
Sure, it may sound a little sci-fi, but laser skin rejuvenation is one of the most innovative anti-ageing treatments on the market. Your session will begin by meeting your dedicated skin specialist. After you’ve discussed your skin concerns, you’ll be shown to a private treatment room and asked to lie down on a comfortable bed. Before the beauty beams start to work their magic, your technician will apply some local anaesthetic cream to desensitise your delicate skin. At this point it’ll be time to wear some goggles to protect your peepers from the high-intensity rays. Ready? Let’s go! Once your technician starts the light beams, you’ll experience a tingling sensation. Rest assured, as cold air or cooling spray will be used continually throughout your treatment to numb your skin and ensure you’re as comfy as possible. By directing laser beams onto your skin, the heat and energy stimulates the production of collagen, which is the heavenly stuff that gives your skin its natural firmness and youthful appearance. Sign us up!
Good to know
- You can use laser skin rejuvenation on any area of your body that’s been affected by premature ageing. The most popular areas include the face, neck, chest, hands and forearms.
- Following your treatment, you may have some discolouring or swelling. This is perfectly normal, just make sure you don’t undergo treatment just before heading off on the holiday of a lifetime!
- To help combat the swelling and prevent pesky scabs from forming, you’ll be given a special ointment to apply. After 2-3 days, your skin will start to repair itself naturally.
- You may find you have some persistent redness for a little while after your treatment. Luckily, it’s nothing some concealer won’t be able to cover up quickly.
- Although treatments usually last for 30-60 minutes, it can take up to 3 months for results to finish forming. Collagen takes time to keep building, so don’t be disappointed if you don’t have an overnight miracle. It’s on its way, trust us…
- The more treatments you have, the quicker you’ll see results. A series of 5-6 is highly recommended.
- If you’re pregnant, laser skin rejuvenation isn’t recommended just in case.
- As long as you undergo top-up treatments every 6-12 months, rejuvenation can last for many years. Yes please!
