Rosacea Treatment
Intense Pulsed Light can effectively manage Rosacea
Rosacea Treatment
Rosacea is a common inflammatory condition of the skin, which often results in a red facial flush, permanent redness and blood vessel abnormalities. It commonly affects people who have fair skin aged 30-60 years old. The condition can be short term or long term, good management is important.
The cause of Rosacea is unknown. There are several environmental factors know to aggravate the condition. It is believed that exposure to weather extremities, spicy foods, alcohol and caffeine are known to cause ‘flare ups.
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Frequently asked questions
Rosacea responds well to Intense Pulsed Light treatments. The light heats the vessel sufficiently to thermo-coagulate the vessel. Some vessels will disappear instantly, and others can take a few weeks for the body to absorb them.
Maintenance treatments will be required to keep control of the condition as Rosacea cannot be permanently ‘cured’.
An average of 3-6 treatments are required depending on the severity of the Rosacea.
You will need one treatment every 4-6 weeks. Once you have completed a course of treatments, maintenance top ups will be needed as and when required.
Most people describe the treatment as a warming or tingling of the skin, and in some cases a flick of an elastic band sensation.
Most treatments are easy and quick to perform. We will apply some soothing gel after each treatment to help minimise discomfort and redness to the treatment area.
Rosacea Treatment
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