Laser Pigment

Darkening of pigmentation 1 to 24 hours. Pigmentation lasts several weeks. The patches becoming crispy or dry within 1 to 2 weeks after laser. Slight pinky or red colouring to the skin afterwards for 2 weeks and can last up to 6 months after laser. Possibly feeling warm the first day like sunburn. Pigmentation falls off 1 to 4 weeks after laser. After pigmentation has fallen off the skin a Pink patch may occur where this skin is still healing- this may take 6 months to turn back to normal skin colour. All patients heal at different rates, the above can be shortened or extended due to age, medication, genetics and overall patient health.

Laser pigment removal is described as a little elastic band flick, however due to the laser machine we use it is a much milder sensation and one of the least painful devices available.

Darkening of pigmentation initially is all you will see, therefore the area can look more noticeable before it fades.

It will be dependent on which body area you are having pigment removed from. For example, one pigmented spot on the face will take a couple of minutes, a full chest for freckles and evening out skin tone around 15 minutes.

Due to the depth of the pigment being unknown it’s hard to give accurate advice, however on average we say 1-6 sessions, 4-8 weeks apart.

If any after effect occurs from the list below, please inform the clinic. Extreme pain or pain getting worse not easing. Bleeding unless caused by shaving. Bruising. Blisters or burns. Bad rash after treatment.

Laser pigment removal cannot be done whilst you are actively tanning. Therefore we recommend that you begin the course of treatments during the winter months. However, if the area you are having treated is not exposed to the sun or you can safely cover up then there is no harm in having the treatment anytime of the year.