Our clinic provides treatments with the EXCELIGHT Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) system for the medical management of benign pigmented lesions, such as solar lentigines (age spots).
Intense Pulsed Light
Varied
30 Minutes
From £99
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Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is a non-invasive medical treatment used to manage benign pigmented lesions on the face and body. These include solar lentigines (often called age or liver spots) and ephelides (freckles), which are typically associated with the physiological ageing process and chronic sun exposure.
While these lesions generally pose no health risk, they are a clinical sign of photodamage. It is important to note that not all pigmentation is suitable for this treatment; hormonal pigmentation, such as melasma, requires a specific diagnosis and a different management approach.
For suitable conditions, a treatment course of one to three sessions may be recommended. A full medical consultation and test patch are mandatory before commencing treatment.
The price of the treatment is £295 for a single treatment and £870 for three Collagen Activation Treatments. The plan includes a complimentary Collagen Activation Plan which includes a months supply of ampoules and also The ALLSKIN MED Anti-Ageing Replenishing Cream.
If you opt for the added Exosome treatment the price is £345, or £970 for the course of three.
We’re regulated by the independent regulator of health and social care in England.
Our clinic is staffed by highly qualified and experienced medical practitioners dedicated to providing high standards of patient care.
Our Berwick Upon Tweed clinic provides a professional and comfortable environment for your medical consultation and treatment.
Susie Byass is a fully qualified advanced nurse practitioner and independent prescriber.
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is a medical therapy that uses broad-spectrum light to treat diagnosed skin conditions. For pigmented lesions, specific wavelengths of light are absorbed by melanin (the pigment within the lesion). This absorption creates thermal energy, which damages the melanin-rich cells, causing the lesion to darken and then fade over several days.
| Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
| Manages Pigmentation | Reduces the visibility of solar lentigines, ephelides, and other benign pigmented lesions. |
| Addresses Photodamage | Can improve textural irregularities associated with sun damage |
| Minimal Downtime | Patients can typically resume daily activities immediately post-treatment. |
| Non-Invasive Procedure | Does not require incisions or injections. |
| Adaptable Protocol | The treatment parameters can be adjusted for different skin types and lesion characteristics. |
Your treatment begins with a full medical consultation to establish a clinical diagnosis and confirm your suitability. This includes a review of your medical history and a mandatory test patch.
Your practitioner uses a hand-held device to deliver controlled pulses of light to the diagnosed lesions. The procedure duration is approximately 30 minutes. Patients may feel a sensation similar to a brief flick of an elastic band.
Post-treatment, the skin may appear red or slightly swollen, but these effects usually subside within a few hours. Avoiding sun exposure and using a high-SPF sunscreen to protect the treated area is very important. Following the practitioner’s aftercare instructions is essential for optimal results and skin health.
IPL treatments can significantly improve skin pigmentation, with results visible after one to three sessions. However, maintenance treatments may be necessary to preserve these results, especially if new pigmentation issues arise. A personalised treatment plan will be discussed during your consultation.
Light is released in short pulses that are readily absorbed by the high concentration of melanin found within pigmented lesions. The rapid absorption of light energy heats the melanin and causes the destruction of the melanin-rich cells.
Most people are suitable for treatment except for very dark skinned or tanned individuals. However, large, dark, mottled or raised pigmentation cannot be treated and may need to be checked by a dermatologist. Large, dark moles should not be treated, nor should lesions covering a large part of the body. The pigmented marks that respond the best are superficial lesions such as those caused by sun damage (sun spots) and freckles.
Most patients describe the discomfort as mild and tolerable and no anaesthesia is required.
The treated area may feel warm and sensitive for the first few days post treatment. The lesions may darken and may appear more obvious before they fade and ‘flake’ away. Sometimes an initial whitening of the area is seen, which quickly fades and the pigment gradually fades over the following few weeks.
The skin that surrounds the pigmented lesion may become red immediately after treatment. Most people experience no other side effects and the redness usually disappears within hours to a few days. Very rarely a small blister may form or the skin may become temporarily lighter or darker.
The light applicator is placed on the skin and a short pulse of light is released. The applicator is then moved to the neighbouring area and the process is repeated until the entire area is treated. With Q-Switched Laser treatments due to the power of the Laser energy delivered into the skin, a small amount of pinpoint bleeding may occur during the treatment, and a dressing may be applied after the treatment to protect the skin while it heals. During treatment protective eye wear will be provided.
The number of treatments will depend on the type and size of the pigmented lesion but typically 1 to 3 sessions are required at 4 to 6 week intervals
Based in Berwick Upon Tweed, Rejuvenating Solutions offers a range of medical treatments for skin conditions, performed by Susie Byass, an experienced and fully qualified Advanced Nurse Practitioner and Independent Prescriber with a special interest in dermatology and women’s health.
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