Photofacial combines IPL and chemical peel

Our unique Photofacial is a 2 in 1 treatment combining Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) and an AlumierMD chemical peel to create more even skin tone and plumper skin by treating superficial redness and mild hyperpigmentation.
 

What happens in a Photofacial?

The facial starts with a light chemical peel tailored to your skin to prevent any shedding and peeling afterwards. So, minimum recovery time!

Your peel will either be a light Salicylic or Lactic Acid formulation to treat dry or oily skin. So, this facial is suitable for most skin types.

After your peel the 650 nm pulsed light will be used to stimulate new collagen production to plump your skin and then the 532 nm pulsed light to reduce any superficial redness, tiny thread veins and hyperpigmentation in your skin.

You can enhance results progressively by having a series of facials every 4-6 weeks.

What to expect post treatment?

Most patients do not experience any visible peeling or irritation with this facial, which means you can plan to get back to normal activities right away.

However, your skin may be slightly pink for the 24 hours and you may experience dryness for a couple of days. So, we recommend having this facial at least 2 weeks in advance of an event.

Who is suitable for Photofacial?

Most people are suitable, with following exceptions:

  • Pregnancy - as with all treatments.
  • Currently have a sun tan.
  • Allergic to aspirin.
  • Active cold sores.

PhotoFacial Price

Please note that this service is being withdrawn at the year end as part of our service revamp for 2025.

This facial involves a chemical peel and IPL treatment which requires new patients to have a consultation and patch test to ensure the treatment is appropriate for their skin. If they are not - we will try to recommend alternate treatments or skincare that is more suitable to your skin.

Your consultation and test patch will cost £35 and is redeemable against any facial course.

Treatment Option Single £ Course of 3 £

PhotoFacial Book

195

No longer available

Terms and conditions

The consultation cost is only redeemable against a facial course purchased within 30 days of consultation date. Courses must be used within 12 months from purchase date. Course are not transferable. Should you decide to stop your course any refund will be calculated as the cost of your course less any treatments performed at full price and the cost of the consultation.

Frequently
Asked
Questions

Is this good for minimizing pores on my skin?

We recommend HydraFacial® treatments as a more effective way to improve mild skin texture and minimizing pores whilst promoting the growth of healthier skin cells.

Is this good for acne scarring?

We recommend microneedling as a more effective treatment for improving skin texture and the appearance of acne scars.

Do I have to pause vitamin A skincare during treatment?

Vitamin A, particularly in the form of retinoids (such as roaccutane or tretinoin), is known for its skin-renewing properties and is commonly used to treat various skin concerns, including acne, and uneven pigmentation. However, there are certain considerations when using vitamin A products like retinoids alongside laser treatments.

Skin Sensitivity and Risk of Irritation:
Vitamin A, especially in its more potent forms like prescription retinoids, can make the skin more sensitive and prone to irritation. Laser treatments, depending on the type and intensity, can also cause some level of skin irritation, redness, and peeling as part of the healing process. Using both retinoids and undergoing laser treatment simultaneously can increase the risk of severe skin irritation and potentially prolong the healing time.

Increased Risk of Side Effects:
Combining retinoids and laser treatments can potentially increase the risk of adverse side effects, such as burns, blisters, or changes in pigmentation. The combination of already sensitive skin due to retinoid use and the effects of the laser treatment can be too harsh for the skin to handle.

Disrupted Healing Process:
Laser treatments work by creating controlled damage to the skin's surface, which then triggers the body's natural healing response, including the production of new collagen. Using retinoids during the post-laser healing phase could interfere with this process and may not allow the skin to heal as effectively or efficiently as it should.

For this reason your aesthetician may ask you stop using vitamin A skincare for a specified time period pre and post laser or IPL treatment.

How do I choose which facial?

We recommend you book an Observ520X skin analysis, with our facial experts, who over 30 mins use the technology to reveal your skin's health and therefore scientifically recommend the best facials and skincare to help you achieve your goals.

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Practitioners

Hannah Leigh

Hannah Leigh

Hannah has a dual role in the team providing chairside assistance for our doctors and nurses as a medical assistant, and as an aesthetician helping clients achieve smooth, firm, hair free skin.

Hannah particularly enjoys helping clients reducing that “orange peel” pattern on thighs with our ONDA cellulite treatment, combined with their desired bikini line and hair free legs using with our advanced laser. 

As a qualified Level 4 Advanced Skin Therapist she can help you get glowing, radiant skin with our range of HydraFacial and TIGHTEN+ facials.

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Aesthetician
Mhairi Brown

Mhairi Brown

Mhairi enjoys taking a pragmatic and scientific approach to helping clients achieve healthy skin with a clear complexion that looks dewy. 

What’s dewy skin? “Dewy skin is when it looks hydrated, fresh and smooth as if you’ve just exfoliated” says Mhairi.

Mhairi likes to use the Observ520X skin analysis machine to see what’s hidden under your skin’s visible surface and identify how best to achieve a clear complexion using gentle chemical peels, laser and IPL skin rejuvenation combined with active skincare to target specific concerns.

Mhairi is also an expert at body contouring providing CoolSculpting and ONDA treatments to help you achieve a body shape in which you feel comfortable.

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Aesthetician
Toni Quinn

Toni Quinn

Toni has enormous experience in laser hair removal and can help you get smooth hair free skin quickly and comfortably.

Plus as an experience skin therapist Toni can help you get glowing, radiant skin with our range of HydraFacial® and TIGHTEN+ facials.

Her latest skill is reducing Cellulite which is a very common condition that causes lumpy, dimpled flesh on the thighs, hips, and buttocks.

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