What is a Laser Facial?

Laser facials have become a popular skincare treatment in recent years, offering impressive results in rejuvenating and enhancing the complexion. Utilizing advanced laser technology, this non-invasive procedure targets and treats various skin concerns. By delivering concentrated beams of light into the deeper layers of the skin, laser facials stimulate collagen production and promote cell turnover, resulting in improved texture and tone. These treatments effectively reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, sun damage, acne, acne scars, rosacea, melasma and pigmentation issues. Moreover, laser facials can also help minimise pore size and tighten the skin, leaving the face looking smoother and more youthful. With their ability to address multiple skin concerns and achieve long-lasting outcomes, laser facials have undoubtedly revolutionized the field of skincare.

What does a Laser Facial feel like?

Depending on what we are treating depends on what the service will feel like however people have commented they feel like warm rain or a warm flick of a rubber band. Targeted areas such as fine lines and pigment may feel a quick hot snap. A mild level of discomfort is expected to achieve results however we never want you to be in pain and never put you in pain. Clients describe the feeling as a “weird relaxation moment”.

Can everyone be treated?

If you are on skin medications, recent filler/botox, gold injections, tanning injections, a pacemaker or have active herpes/coldsores we will not be able to treat you.

If you have used a sun-bed in last 4 weeks we will not be able to treat you.

If you have fake tan on the treatment area we will not be able to treat you.

If you have applied retinol, topical acne creams, steroid creams, glycolic/salicylic acid and any other active ingredients to the treatment area 7 days before you appointment we will not be able to treat you.

If you are on photosensitive medications or blood thinners we may not be able to treat you.

If you have dealt with any types of cancer we may not be able to treat you.

If you have used a sun-bed in last 4 weeks we will not be able to treat you.

If you have fake tan on the treatment area we will not be able to treat you.

There are not enough studies surrounding wether it is safe or not to preform laser treatments on those who are pregnant or breastfeeding so this comes down to a personal choice (except for tattoo removal, this cannot be preformed).

There are some cases where we cannot treat you, or we require you to go through a stand down period. If you arrive to an appointment and we cannot treat you due to something listed on this page - you will forfeit the cost of your appointment.

What should I do to prepare for my Laser Facial?

Keep out of the sun for 14 days beforehand, use SPF and cover the treatment area.

Treatment area needs to have no fake tan on it for us to be able to go forth with treatment.

Retinol, topical acne creams, steroid creams, glycolic/salicylic acid and any other active ingredients should be stopped for 7 days before the treatment (treatment area only).

Arrive to your appointment makeup free (if possible)

What should I expect after my Laser Facial?

Redness of the face is expected and shows that the treatment has worked and is expected to be seen on most clients. Other side effects are dependant on the treatment but can include bruising, swelling, darkening of pigment, peeling/dry skin. In some cases the overproduction of cell renewal may case small breakouts. All of these are considered normal and show us that the treatment has been successful.

What should I do after my Laser Facial?

Avoid excessive heat for 48 hours, including spas, saunas and hot hot showers.

Avoid excessive sweat for 48 hours. Walks are fine, so is weightlifting. A HIIT class and that of similar nature is not recommended.

Gentle skin care for 72 hours.

No active skincare for 7 days following treatment

No swimming in chlorinated pools for 7 days

No exfoliating for 7 days

Keep out of direct sunlight for 7 days, wear SPF and cover up.

No use of tanning beds for the duration of your treatment schedule, this will result in a stand down period of 4 weeks.

We ask that you follow these aftercare instructions to ensure the safety of your skin, failure to adhere can result in an adverse reaction.

What is Tattoo Removal?

Laser tattoo removal has become an increasingly popular method for effectively erasing unwanted ink from the skin. Using advanced laser technology, this procedure targets the pigments within the tattoo, breaking them down into smaller particles that can be naturally eliminated by the body. With each session, the laser gradually fades the tattoo, allowing for (hopeful) complete removal or significant lightening. Laser tattoo removal offers several advantages over other removal methods, such as minimal scarring, reduced risk of infection, and shorter recovery periods. However, it is important to note that multiple sessions may be required for complete removal, depending on the size, color, and depth of the tattoo. Nonetheless, laser tattoo removal provides individuals the opportunity to say goodbye to their past body art and embrace a fresh start. We offer both cooling and numbing cream to assist with pain management. At this present time, we cannot treat blues and greens however we can refer you to surrounding salons who can.

What does Laser Tattoo Removal feel like?

Clients experience tattoo removal differently, some find it uncomfortable but manageable whereas others find it to be a very painful experience. To assist you, we have a cold air blower which we point at your skin. This cools the skin down and alleviates some of the discomfort. We also offer numbing cream at an extra price, clients who use numbing cream say it is a 3/10 on the pain scale.

What should I do before my appointment?

Please keep treatment area out of sun for 14 days pre appointment (this includes sun beds) + halt use of active skincare and fake tan on the treatment area 7 days before appointment.

Shave the treatment area either the morning of or night before appointment. Failure to do so may result in a shaving fee being added to your appointment price.

What should I expect after my appointment?

Frosting is what we call the whitening of the skin in the tattooed area and shows us we have had a successful treatment, this can linger but does eventually fade.

It is normal for the skin in the treatment area to look and feel like it has a bit of sunburn.

The skin around the treatment area will be swollen, tender and/or sensitive.

Redness, bleeding and bruising in the area is considered a normal side effect from the treatment.

What should I do after my appointment?

For the first 24 hours after your appointment rest up and avoid exercise, saunas, spas and pools.

If you get a blister, do not pop it. If it does pop, keep it clean and covered to avoid infection. Use antiseptic creams.

Keep the area out of the sun for the next few weeks. Use SPF or cover up.

The tattoo may turn into a soft scab. Let it harden and do its thing.

It is important to help your lymphatic system move the ink out of your body. Drink lots of water, move your body, eat well and exercise. The healthier and fitter you are the faster your removal journey will be.

Can everyone be treated?

If you are on acne medications, blood thinning medications, diabetes, epilepsy, gold injections, keloid scars or recent operations we will not be able to treat you.

If you have used a sun-bed in last 4 weeks we will not be able to treat you.

If you have fake tan on the treatment area we will not be able to treat you.

If you have applied retinol, topical acne creams, steroid creams, glycolic/salicylic acid and any other active ingredients to the treatment area 7 days before you appointment we will not be able to treat you.

If you are on photosensitive medications we may not be able to treat you.

If you have dealt with any types of cancer we may not be able to treat you.

If you have used a sun-bed in last 4 weeks we will not be able to treat you.

If you have fake tan on the treatment area we will not be able to treat you.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding we will not be able to treat you,

There are some cases where we cannot treat you, or we require you to go through a stand down period. If you arrive to an appointment and we cannot treat you due to something listed on this page - you will forfeit the cost of your appointment.

How many sessions will I need?

It is not possible to say, however we use the Kirby Desai scale to give you a rough estimate. Many things contribute to the length of time it takes to remove a tattoo including age of ink, quality of ink, placement of tattoo and many more. it can vary from 5 - 15 sessions per person.