Laser Pigmentation Removal

The laser treatment used is called a Broad Band Light (BBL). It’s delivers significant improvements to the appearance of pigmentation on the skin with minimal discomfort.

This minimally invasive and gentle procedure can be performed during a lunchtime break with virtually no down-time. Pigment will darken over the first week before flaking off. You should avoid the sun post treatment.

Results will be visible once the flaking of the pigment has occured. This usually occurs 5 – 7 days post-treatment for the face, and up to 14 days for the body. For optimal results, 3 treatments are usually advised, roughly 4 – 6 weeks apart with yearly “maintenance” treatments.

Your eyes will be protected with safety shields or glasses. You may briefly feel a warming of the skin, or a rubber like band snap sensation, as the light is absorbed by the targeted areas. The light energy from the Sciton BBL directly heats the “broken capillary” and superficial “brown spots” – resulting in a marked improvement in the skin complexion and colouring. Your procedure may take a few minutes to half an hour depending on the size of the area to be treated, as well as the type and depth of the procedure performed. Your medical professional and/or laser technician will discuss all the options with you. This minimally invasive and gentle procedure can be performed during a lunchtime break with virtually no down-time.

There is minimal or no discomfort. You may feel a warming of the skin, or a rubber band like snap sensation, as the procedure is performed. This varies from patient to patient and depends on the depth of the treatment. There is no need for any topical anaesthesia, however, patients may choose to use it on more sensitive areas.

Typically, you may experience some redness that will resolve within 6 – 24 hours. For some pigmented lesions, you will see a darkening of the treated areas followed by fading and flaking off at a later stage.

BBL Laser can be used to treat the following concerns:

• Discolouration
• Freckles (as a form of freckle removal)
• Sunspots
• Birthmarks
• Hyper pigmentation

Please note, this treatment may only be a temporary solution for hormonal pigmentation which occurs as a result of hormonal changes in the body. Any area of your body can be treated. The most common areas include the face, neck, chest, hands, shoulders and back. These areas are typically the most exposed to the damaging effects of the sun.

Pigmentation treatment prices vary depending on your overall situation and expectations.

• Prices start from $300 per treatment
• Package discounts are available
• Initial consultation is between $120 – $150, redeemable upon treatment

Your initial Pigmentation consultation and subsequent procedure can be undertaken at our cosmetic clinic in Australia. Our practices are in Double Bay, Sydney.