Laser skin treatment for
sun damage & age spots
What is Sun Damage/Age Spots?
Sun damage is most frequently referred to as photoaging. Skin specialists refer to the damage the sun does to skin by several names, including, photoaging, photodamge , solar damage or sun damage. It happens when UV light hits skin unprotected by sunscreen causing DNA changes in the skins cells.
How the treatment works
The ICON has the ability to erase 3 types of skin imperfections including pigment spots, photo ageing and facial vascular lesions. To treat sun damage the ICON uses specialised pulsed of optimized light to target brown spots, sun damage and vessels without harming the surrounding skin. These imperfections absorb the energy delivered to your skin causing them to slowly disappear through your bodys natural healing process.
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- Please cleanse and remove makeup prior to consultation so we can correctly evaluate the skin.
- It would be preferred not to wear any creams or makeup prior to treatment.
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- Redness should subside within 24-48 hours post treatment depending on skin type
- Avoid swimming for 24hrs
- Avoid overly hot showers and baths for 24 hours
- Avoid abrasive creams or topical ointments or heavy perfumes
- Avoid harsh sun exposure/sunbeds
- Avoid sauna and steam rooms or 24 hours
- Regularly cleanse the skin with warm water, a gentle cleanser or a light oil-free moisturiser