In the correct hands, Laser and IPL treatments are very safe. These are essentially light, converted to heat treatments so if there are any problems they are heat related. It would be normal to see temporary reddening and sometimes a small amount of swelling in the treated areas. There is no prolonged downtime. It is important that you are not sun tanned for the treatment.

IPL Quantum can target the telangiectasia, (broken capillaries) redness and blush associated with Rosacea, the high power, short pulses and optimal pulsing technology available results in superior treatment for the symptoms associated with Rosacea.

The glass filter in contact with your skin is pre-cooled, which minimises discomfort. However, there is some discomfort experienced during each flash of the Laser/IPL likened to the sensation of an elastic band being snapped against the skin. This sensation is brief, and the treated skin is immediately cooled, which removes any feelings of discomfort.

Always ensure that the clinic is registered and approved by the Care Quality Commission. Clinic inspection reports are available to view at www.cqc.org.uk. Ensure that only experienced qualified Doctors and Nurses carry out the treatment.

The combined light sources of IPL and Nd: YAG offer important benefits over injection therapy. The combination of IPL and Nd: YAG therapy allows treatment of injectable leg veins as well as matting and small spider vessels that are often too small to inject. In addition laser / light therapy is fast, less painful; minimally invasive without needles; and typically does not require compression wrapping.

Usually 3-4 treatments are necessary to get good results. There should be an improvement after each treatment, so you can stop when you are happy. Some clients continue with maintenance treatments a couple of times a year.