Does the treatment hurt?

Sensations vary from person to person. With IPL most people describe them as a brief warmth or a light flick of a rubber band, and if needed we lower the settings and cool the skin during the treatment. The ResurFX laser treatment is performed under a local anaesthetic.

How many treatments will I need?

We usually suggest a series of three to six treatments, but the number depends on the type of changes and how your skin responds. We set the plan at the consultation and review it after every visit.

When will I see results?

First changes are usually visible a few days after the treatment, and a fuller effect builds up over the series. Results vary from person to person.

Can I go back to work the same day?

After IPL, yes. Straight after the treatment the skin may be red, which usually settles within a few hours. We ask you to avoid make-up for the rest of the day. After the ResurFX laser, redness and swelling may last longer, and we tell you about this at the consultation.

Not during the treatment period. Please avoid the sun and sunbeds for four weeks before and after the treatment, and use SPF 50 daily.

Can this treatment be combined with others?

Yes, some therapies complement each other well. We decide on the order and the intervals at the consultation, taking the condition of your skin into account.

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Technology

Stellar M22 BLACK

A Lumenis platform with two handpieces: broadband light (IPL) to work on skin tone, pigmentation and thread veins, and the non-ablative ResurFX fractional laser.

Lumenis · IPL and ResurFX fractional laser

One device, several different skin therapies

Stellar M22 BLACK is a modular platform by Lumenis. We use it with two handpieces. The first is broadband light (IPL): not a laser, but a strong pulse of wide-spectrum light that interchangeable filters match to a specific skin concern. The second is ResurFX, a non-ablative fractional laser that works in the deeper layers of the skin without breaking the epidermis.

We use IPL most often for pigmentation, vascular changes, redness and rosacea, and for photorejuvenation, meaning an improvement in overall tone and skin texture. We suggest ResurFX for scars, stretch marks, wrinkles and whenever the aim is to improve skin density. Both handpieces can be combined in one visit, a treatment called Photofabulous. Results build up gradually, which is why we usually perform these treatments as a series.

Treatment time: 15 - 30 minutes
Typical series: 3 - 6 treatments
Interval: 3 - 4 weeks
Back to activity: after IPL the same day

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When we suggest this treatment

Pigmentation

Sun spots, post-inflammatory pigmentation and uneven skin tone.

Vascular changes

Visible vessels, erythema and redness on the face and décolleté.

Photorejuvenation

Skin showing signs of sun exposure, dull and uneven in texture.

Rosacea and acne

As support in the care of acne-prone skin and for redness left after inflammatory lesions.

Scars and stretch marks

With the ResurFX fractional laser we work on scars, including post-acne scars, and on stretch marks. The scope and price are set individually.

Skin texture and density

Fine wrinkles, enlarged pores and skin that has lost density.

What the visit looks like

01
Consultation and qualification
We assess the condition of the skin, your medical history and any medication you take. The cosmetology consultation is free.
02
Preparation
We cleanse the skin and protect your eyes with goggles. Before IPL we apply gel, and before the ResurFX laser we use a local anaesthetic.
03
The treatment
Pulses are applied to the marked area. With IPL you feel warmth and light pricks, often compared to the flick of a rubber band.
04
After the treatment
We cool the skin and apply a soothing preparation and sunscreen. You receive home care instructions in writing.
05
Follow-up visits
We set the date of the next treatment after assessing how your skin responded, usually after three to four weeks.

Treatment prices