MELASMA
Find out more about melasma and what 1192 can do for yours.
What is Melasma?
Melasma is a common skin condition that appears as light/dark brown and/or blue-grey patches on your skin. They can look like flat patches or freckle-like spots.
What causes melasma?
Melasma can most commonly be found on your nose, cheeks, above the upper lip, the forehead and chin. The two main causes of melasma are ultraviolet (UV) light and hormones. Melasma has often been found in those who take contraceptive pills that contain progesterone and oestrogen. Pregnant women are more likely than anyone to get melasma which may be due to increased levels of progesterone, oestrogen and melanocyte-stimulating hormones in the third trimester of pregnancy.
Treatments available from 1192
Laser Genesis is a breakthrough non-ablative laser treatment that stimulates the skin’s natural processes to diminish the signs of aging and sun damage, and promote a vibrant, healthy-looking complexion.
How Laser Genesis works
Micro-pulses of laser energy are gently delivered to the skin. The laser stimulates the body’s own processes to activate collagen remodelling to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and unwanted brown spots. In addition, Laser Genesis addresses facial redness by targeting the excess micro vessels. Although the individual treatment results are subtle, the overall effect of a treatment series can be quite dramatic.
Laser Genesis FAQs
What is Laser Genesis?
Laser Genesis is painless, no downtime ‘lunchtime treatment’ that is suitable for all skin types. It is a Cutera nD-YAG 1064nm laser that uses micro pulses to gently heat the upper dermis to stimulate collagen and help the appearance of redness.
Who can have Laser Genesis?
It is suitable for ALL skin types, all year round.
What are the common side effects of Laser Genesis?
The most common side effect of Laser genesis is beautiful skin! There are few if any common side effects of the treatment other than pinkness of the skin (resembling a healthy glow). There is no downtime.
How long do the results from Laser Genesis last?
Longevity of results are varied from person to person with most people having sustained results for at least 6-12 months. A course of 6 treatments with a gap of 2-4 weeks is recommended. The duration of results is greatly influenced by your lifestyle, sun exposure, diet and the use of proper skin care products.
How many treatments are required?
A series of four to six Laser Genesis treatments are recommended to achieve an optimal outcome. Improvements are gradual and will be seen over a period of few treatments. Results will continue to improve for months after the last treatment. To sustain results over time, ongoing maintenance treatments are encouraged. Contact our Laser Genesis Swansea team today.
How long does the treatment take?
Approximately 30 minutes. Initial treatment can only be performed once receiving a test patch as per UK regulations.
What does Laser Genesis feel like?
You will experience a gentle warming of your skin’s surface during the procedure. Patients often describe the treatment as relaxing and therapeutic.
What areas can be treated?
Laser Genesis is an ideal treatment for the face, neck, chest, and other areas of the body with noticeable signs of aging, sun damage, redness, mild wrinkles or scarring.
