At Cheshire Lasers, we have a wide rang of treatments for skin rejuvenation.
Cheshire Lasers uses the Intense Pulsed Light ( IPL) system for skin rejuvenation when there are brown spots (pigmentation) or redness caused by thread veins.
Pulsed light quickly removes brown and thread veins and stimulates the production of new collagen.
At Cheshire Lasers, we us a Lynton Aqs System made by Lynton Lasers a local company from Holmes Chapel with a fantastic reputation.
IPL Skin Rejuvenation Consultation Procedure
Prior to any treatment our Level 4 Laser Technician will provide a full consultation. The consultation identifies your expectations and provides a complete explanation of the treatment. A medical history is taken to confirm suitability for treatment. If you wish to proceed, written informed consent is obtained, and a test patch is performed to confirm there are no adverse skin reactions to the light.
How does Intense Pulsed Light work?
Intense pulsed light systems release precisely controlled short pulses of filtered light that stimulate the fibroblast cells within the skin that produce collagen and elastin. This improves the radiancy and tightness of the skin, controlling enlarged pores, and giving a more uniform complexion.
What does an IPL Skin Rejuvenation Treatment involve?
After cleaning the skin a mild, we will apply a gentle skin peel to remove the top layers of dead skin.
To protect your eyes, you will need to wear goggles.
We will apply a layer of cool gel to the treatment area to guide the light into the skin.
The light applicator is placed onto the skin, and a quick light pulse is released. The applicator is then moved to the neighbouring area, which is repeated until the entire area is treated. The chilled gel is removed, and the area is cooled.
Am I suitable for treatment?
This treatment is only suitable for lighter skin tones.
At the bottom of this page, we list other skin rejuvenation treatments which we can discuss if you have a darker skin tone.
We can not recommend treatment if you have the following conditions:
pregnant or breastfeeding
infections on the skin
broken, angry inflamed skin
light-sensitive medication or medical conditions
medications that make skin delicate and sensitive to injury
recent sun exposure or planned sun exposure up to 4 weeks after treatment
keloid scarring
How Does the treatment feel?
You will not need anaesthesia for this treatment. Most patients describe the discomfort as moderate and acceptable and liken it to a quick pinprick.
Is IPL Skin Rejuvenation safe?
The skin of some patients becomes quite red after treatment. Very rarely the skin may become lighter or darker, or small blisters may form. However, most patients experience little or no side effects and any skin reaction usually disappears within a few hours.
What should I expect after the treatment?
Redness and a slight warming sensation are normal after treatment. We will cool the skin to ease these symptoms. You may see a darkening of any pigmented spots before they flake off, leading to an evening of skin tone. Skin tightening should increase over the following months as new collagen is regenerates within the dermis. Some patients notice a slight swelling over the cheekbones, which may last for up to 72 hours.
How many treatments are necessary?
Treatments should be every four weeks; you may need up to 6 treatments for maximum results.
After this, we recommend top-up sessions to maintain the results.
How long does each treatment take?
A facial treatment usually takes about 30 – 45 minutes.
Alternative Skin Rejuvenation Treatments
At Cheshire Lasers, we offer a range of treatments for skin Rejuvenation. IPL Treatment is the treatment of choice if you have vessels or patches of pigmentation you want to target.
Other excellent skin rejuvenation options include:
No part of the body will tell the story of your age more readily than your hands. The hands suffer environmental damage, and often have less protection than the rest of your body. Dryness, poor skin texture, age spots, uneven skin tone, visible veins, fine lines and wrinkles can all add to the general age appearance of your hands.
Want to know a person’s real age? Just look at their hands.
The natural fat cushion that we’re born with under the skin of the hands begins to lessen in our late twenties and early 30’s. By the time most of us hit 50, all the structures in the hand show up – the tendons, bones and veins.
Help is at Hand
Dr Teri Johnson and her team have been performing hand rejuvenation treatments since 2008. Over the years, they have tried and tested various treatments.
Hand Rejuvenation Treatments can address various concerns and include injectable and non-injectable treatments.
Non Injectable Hand Rejuvenation Treatments
Chemical Peels
Peels are great for fading age spots, smoothing the skin texture, and stimulating new collagen production in the upper skin layers. At Cheshire Lasers Clinic, our favourite treatment for hands is the BioRePeel with TCA. The BioRePeel has a bio-stimulating, revitalising & peeling-like effect. A single treatment often delivers a visible improvement, but for best results, we recommend a course of three every 7 to 10 days.
Microneedling
Microneedling uses tiny needles to create micro-injuries in the skin, stimulating collagen production and improving skin texture and tone. This treatment also is known for its ability to improve skin texture and can lead to a subtle improvement in pigmentation. At Cheshire Lasers, we use the EDS (Electronic Dermastamp) treatment.
Radiofrequency Microneedling
Radiofrequency microneedling combines the skin-renewing benefits of microneedling with the skin-tightening effects of radiofrequency energy. The result is a more effective treatment for improving collagen production, skin texture and firmness. Cheshire Lasers uses Dermaforce to deliver controlled heat energy deep into the skin through tiny needles. This stimulates more collagen production, often with less downtime than microneedling alone.
CACI Hand Rejuvenation
Using advanced microcurrent technology, CACI targets skin cells in the hands, stimulating collagen and elastin production. This non-invasive procedure tones, hydrates and firms the skin, reducing wrinkles and revealing smoother, younger-looking skin.
It’s also important to consider topical treatment when rejuvenating the hands. Retinoids, vitamin C serums, and moisturizers containing ingredients like glycolic acid or niacinamide can help improve the appearance of the hands over time by boosting collagen production and reducing signs of ageing. Regularly applying hand creams containing sunscreen can help prevent further sun damage and protect the hands from ageing.
Injectable Hand Rejuvenation Treatments
Injectable hand rejuvenation treatments involve injecting products into the skin to create volume in the skin, increase hydration or stimulate collagen production. Most treatments have an effect on all three of these.
The following treatments have all been shown to rejuvenate the hands:
Dermal Fillers: Dermal fillers, such as hyaluronic acid, plump up thin skin, give hydration, and minimise the appearance of wrinkles and veins.
Collagen Stimulators: Radiesse, Ellanse and Sculptra all stimulate collagen, creating firmer, tighter, plumper skin.
Skin Boosters:Restylane Vital, Profhilo, and Sunekos are examples of skin boosters they stimulate collagen and elastin production as well as hydrate the skin.
Polynucleotides: Made from DNA, stimulate fibroblasts to create collagen and elastin; they also stimulate hydration and have an antioxidant effect.
It’s important to consult with a qualified dermatologist or cosmetic surgeon to determine the most suitable treatment options based on individual needs, skin type, and desired outcomes.
Combination Treatments:
Often, a combination of treatments may be recommended to achieve the best results. For example, combining dermal fillers with laser therapy or chemical peels can address multiple concerns simultaneously and provide more comprehensive rejuvenation.
Examples of Hand Rejuvenation Treatments.
Restylane Vital Skin Boosters
Restylane Vital Skin Boosters contains small molecules of hyaluronic acid filler. When injected under the skin, it improves skin elasticity and deep dermal hydration. By moisturising from within it diminishes the fine crepey lines to give a plump and hydrated appearance.
An initial, intense treatment usually comprises three sessions, 3-4 weeks apart. Each treatment involves a series of very fine micro-injections however Dr Teri is now using a cannula more often for this treatment.
Typically, a maintenance treatment would be required after around 3-4 months.
Advantages:
Restylane Vital remains in the skin for about 4-8 months if not longer. It attracts water for skin hydration and improves skin texture while volumising the skin to help reduce the appearance of unsightly veins and tendons.
It can be dissolved by hyaluronidase.
Disadvantages:
3 treatments are usually required, and regular maintenance every 3-4 months to keep the effect.
Bruising is very common if injected with a needle.
Radiesse was launched in 2000 and is FDA approved. It is a non permanent Dermal Filler that contains calcium and phosphate based micro spheres. When injected under the skin micro spheres stimulate your skin to produce new collagen. It is, therefore, more commonly regarded as a collagen stimulator.
The product is injected directly into the skin with a cannula and then firmly massaged to ensure even coverage.
Radiesse gives an immediate improvement due to the presence of the filler. Over a few months, the results reduce slightly as the filler degrades. The results improve again as collagen production occurs creating a volume effect and an improvement in skin texture.
This treatment is great for volume loss to help cover veins and tendons in the hands.
You may only need one treatment. Although if you have older hands or hands with significant volume loss you may need a second treatment.
Advantages:
Typically, results last around 12 months.
You will need a maintenance treatment 9-15 months.
Disadvantages:
This product is not ideal for you if you have thin skin.
Radiesse filler is firm, so you need to apply strong, vigorous massage after treatment to reduce the risk of lumps after treatment.
The product does not give as much hydration.
Profhilo is a revolutionary injectable product based on hyaluronic acid (HA). After injection, it slowly breaks down so it remains in the skin for up to 28 days. While in place, it stimulates the body’s processes for regenerating skin tissue. It hydrates the skin and stimulates all four types of collagen and elastin. Hence, is why we call it a ‘bio-rejuvenator’ or ‘bio-revitaliser’.
Most people need two treatments one month apart. Older skin or extremely delicate thin skin prone to tearing may need a third.
You will need a maintenance treatment after 4-6 months for best results.
Advantages:
It degrades quickly, which often suits people who like minimally invasive natural treatments.
Treatments are easy and quick and take only 15 to 20 minutes.
The treatment is the best for thin, crepey, delicate skin.
Disadvantages:
The hydration effect creates some volumisation of the skin. However, this is often insufficient to cover visible veins and tendons due to fat loss under the skin.
Aliaxin SR is made by IBSA the same company that makes the revolutionary Profhilo. It contains 3 different hyaluronic acid molecules. One of which is the same as the one in Profhilo. The other two act more like a filler designed to hydrate, plump and volumise the skin.
Aliaxin SR is injected in the hands with a cannula. Gentle to moderate massage is then required to make sure the product is distributed evenly in the tissues.
You need one or two treatments for best results, one month apart.
If you have very thin skin a Profhilo treatment is recommended first.
You will need a maintenance treatment after around 6 months for best results.
Advantages:
This product is the best of all worlds, collagen stimulation in the skin itself to improve texture, elasticity. However it also gives volumisation, to plump and hydrated the skin due to the hyaluronic acid filler component.
Disadvantages:
You need to massage after treatment. Massage is not always possible in elderly frail skin unless this is improved first.
The Masseter Muscle is located at the angle of the Jaw.
This muscle can be overactive and enlarged in some people and can lead to the folwing concerns:
masculine facial appearance
headaches
teeth grinding
temporomandibular joint disorder /syndrome
At Cheshire Lasers our Aesthetic Doctors and Nurses are trained to treat the masseter with Botulinum Toxin ( Botox) to improve the appearance of the jawline.
Jaw Muscle Reduction for Masseter Hypertrophy
A strong, square jawline is often desirable in men and is seen as a sign of masculinity. Women with the same strong jawline can find this less desirable and may seek a softer, more feminised shape to their face. Asian females are particularly prone to this facial feature, and changing the shape of the face from a square to a more attractive oval shape is becoming more popular now.
Botulinum Toxin is an effective treatment for relaxing and weakening the Masseter Muscle, resulting in a softer Jaw angle.
Teeth Grinding / Bruxism
People who grind and clench their teeth usually do this at night. This condition is known as Bruxism and can cause a lot of distressing symptoms.
These symptoms include, but are not limited to;
headaches
aching of the jaw on waking
damage and flattening of the teeth and the need for extensive corrective dental work.
These people often develop enlarged muscles on the side of the face (giving a square shape to the face) and problems with the jaw joint (Mandibular Joint – or TMJ).
Traditionally dentists would treat this with a splint worn in the mouth at night. However, this is usually a temporary solution and can not always prevent excessive grinding/clenching once the splint is worn.
Botulinum Toxin is a safe and effective way to improve tteeth grinding.
People with large Masseter Muscles (used for chewing/clenching and grinding) sometimes develop square jaws.
Botulinum Toxin injected into the Masseter Muscle can relieve Temporomandibular Jaw Disorder and any associated tension and pain caused by this condition. This treatment is fantastic for relieving pain and tenderness in the temporomandibular joint. It can improve the pain suffered whilst eating and reduce headaches and stress caused by this disorder.
What Treatments are available at Cheshire Lasers?
At Cheshire Lasers our Aesthetic Doctors and Nurses can treat overactive masseters with Botulinum Toxin ( Botox) to improve the cosmetic effects.
What to expect during a Masseter Botox Treatment
The treatment involves the injection of precise quantities of Botox into the body of the masseter muscle. Depending on the size of the muscle it may involve three or four injections on each side. Masseter Botox injections are a little uncomfortable but are not panfull.
The treatment can take around 20 in total but the appointment time is longer. This allows time you your assessment, time to discuss your concerns and the likely outcome and to discuss the risks and benefits of the treatment.
When do the results of Masseter Botox kick in?
The results of Botox in the Masseter is not instant. Botox starts to work at 2 weeks and it as at this time the muscle becomed wekaer and work less effectively. The masseter muscle then takes another 4-6 weeks to reduce in size. Once the masster is smaller in appearance the jawline looks softer in appearance.
The results of a single treatment can last up to 4 – 6 months,
How many Botox Treatments with I need?
Masseter Botox usually needs to be repeated every 4-6 months to achieve the best result. With regular treatments, the masseter muscle tends to get smaller delivering a slimer jawline appearance.
The treatment frequency can reduce with time as the muscle continues to reduce in size (atrophy).
For those seeking this treatment for pain relief, a single treatment can result in a permanent change to muscle and a long-lasting reduction in clenching and grinding. However this often depends on the reason for the problem and some people need further treatments to maintain the results.
Does Masseter Botox cause Ageing or Sagging.
A large jawline can be a benefit and can sometime delay some of the signs of ageing. In younger patients with elastic sking Botox to the masseter rarely causes sagging.
In older patients reducing the size of the masseter can cause volume loss in the treated are and the skin can therfore appear to sag. This could be interpreted as ageing but it is just due to somple volume loss. If you do develop any sagging this can reverse in time if you stop having the treatment.
During your consultation this will be discussed with you to allow you to decide understand the pros and cons of the treatment.
Who Performs Masseter Botox at Cheshire Lasers?
The following medical practitioners perform Masseter Botox for cosmetic reasons:
Click on their name to view their prices and availability.
Cheshire Lasers Aftercare Advice after Masseter Botox
Avoid Makeup for 12 hours after treatment
Gently move the treatment areas by frowning, smiling and lifting the eyebrows to optimise your results
Avoid strenuous physical activity for 2 days, this includes Horse ridding.
Do not rub or massage the treatment areas as this may increase the risk of complications by spreading the product
Try not to take alcohol, aspirin and ibuprofen for 24 hours as they can increase the risk of bruising and swelling
To reduce the risk of complications, do not undertake activities that my disturb the treated area for up to 2 weeks. Things to consider a risk include:
Facial massage
Eyebrow waxing
Eyelash extensions
Saunas
Microblading
Facial Treatments such as Radiofrequency, Hydrafacial, Microdermabrasion and CACI
At Cheshire Lasers, Dr Teri Johnson performs CarboxyTherapy using our Rioblush machine.
What is CarboxyTherapy?
Rioblush Carboxy Therapy is a safe, minimally-invasive, all-natural medical procedure that involves injecting carbon dioxide into the tissues.
What does CarboxyTherapy Treat?
At Cheshire Lasers, we use CarboxyTherapy to treat stretch marks and cellulite on the body.
We also treat fine lines around eyes and mouth, dark under-eye circles and the face, neck, and decolletage for rejuvenation.
How does CarboxyTherapy work?
As we age, blood circulation in the dermis reduces; this means less oxygen gets to the cells. As a result, new cell and collagen production slow down over time, and in some cases stops altogether.
Every cell in our body releases carbon dioxide as a waste product. Our red blood cells take this carbon dioxide to the lungs where it leaves the body. These red blood cells also deliver oxygen to our cells. They release the oxygen molecules when they encounter carbon dioxide in the tissues.
Injecting natural carbon dioxide gas under the skin tricks the body into believing it needs more oxygen. This kick starts your body’s natural restorative processes, increasing blood flow. The oxygenation of the areas increases stimulating accelerated healing, new collagen and cell growth.
Clinical studies have shown CarboxyTherapy stimulates skin and dermal rejuvenation and also destroys fat cells.
What happens during CarboxyTherapy treatment?
Carboxytherapy involves multiple small injections with a very thin needle. Medical-grade carbon dioxide gas is injected, at a temperature and rate dictated by the problem and your pain threshold.
How long does it take?
Treatment can take from 5 minutes to 30 minutes. The time will depend on the size of the area, and how uncomfortable you find it.
Is CarboxyTherapy painfull?
Some patients may experience mild discomfort, slight burning, itching, or a tingling sensation. However other people may find it more painful. The Rioblush Carboxy Therapy system can heat the carbon dioxide gas, which improves the discomfort.
As the treatment continues, you may experience a warm sensation around the treatment area.
How long is the recovery time after the treatment?
The treatment requires no recovery time.
Swelling and redness are often seen after treatment, but these usually go after a few minutes or a few hours. It is common to develop some small bruises after the treatment.
We advise you to avoid strenuous activity, bathing, swimming, saunas for 4 hours after treatment.
Contraindications to CarboxyTherapy
This safe procedure has a few contraindications
Pregnancy
Severe Anaemia
Active Skin / Tissue Infections
Any condition or medication (e.g. Apixiban or Aspirin) that thins the blood is a relative contraindication.
How many sessions will I need?
Most conditions require an average of 6 and 12 treatments. Each person is unique, so some people may see slight improvements after the first treatment. However, usually, it takes up to one month for the body to properly react to the process.
How long will the benefits last?
The results for stretch marks can be permanent.
For cellulite and skin rejuvenation treatments, you will require maintenance treatments every few months to maintain the benefits.
Radiesse can help to improve ageing hands where loss of fat and thin skin has resulted in a bony appearance and unsightly veins.
What is Radiesse and how does it work?
Radiesse is a Dermal Filler launched in the UK in 2004. It is made up of tiny beads of calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHa). CaHa has been safely used in the body for many years. Radiesse is not a permanent filler, the average effect lasting around 12 months depending on the client and the area treated.
Once injected into your skin, the smooth and spherical CaHA particles form a ‘scaffold’ which stimulates your own cells to produce collagen. The gel carrier dissolves within a few months and are completely metabolised by the body, leaving only the new collagen structure.
What happens during the Radiesse Hand Rejuvenation Treatment?
Dr Teri Johnson will perform a consultation and will discuss what you hope to achieve from the treatment and tell you whether or not these results are achievable. Your medical history will be taken, to ensure that there are no reasons why you shouldn’t have the treatment.
A cannula is used to deposit droplets of the Radiesse gel in the skin evenly over both hand to ensure the hands are equally covered.
Each hand takes about twenty minutes to treat. The hands are then thoroughly massaged firmly to ensure even spread of the Radiesse gel.
What should I expect after treatment?
You can return to work the following day after this procedure. However please avoid exposing your hands to any chemicals or dirty environments where the injection sites could be exposed to irritation or infection. Protection such as gloves would help reduce any adverse exposure.
You may have a few small bruises on your hands for a day or two afterwards.
With clean hands, massage your hands for a few days after treatment. This will ensure the Radiesse is distributed evenly.
How Safe is a Radiesse Hand Rejuvenation treatment?
There are few reported side effects from clinical trials and actual usage of this product. Common injection-related reactions may occur, such as swelling, pain, itching, discolouration and tenderness at the injection site.
Some lumpiness at the injection site can rarely occur.
How much is a Radiesse Hand Rejuvenation treatment ?
£400 – 1.5ml of Radiesse 1/2 each side.
How many treatments will I require ?
The number of treatments usually depends on your age. It also depends on how your hands have aged and the results you want to achieve.
The following is a guide:
55+ you most likely need 2 treatments for a good result 4-6 weeks apart.
45 a single treatment is usual enough.
45 – 55 the amount varies depending on the individual.
Why do I need a Test Patch before my Laser / IPL treatment?
Test patches are carried out to determine the treatment parameters and to judge how your skin might react to a full treatment. A test patch is a small trial in an area with similar hair and skin to the treatment site and allows the practitioner to assess how well the light energy is being absorbed and whether the skin is responding as would be expected.
Clients are asked to make a note of any redness or swelling and how long it takes to reduce following the test patch, also whether or not the skin blisters or feels excessively hot and for how long.
I have had laser /IPL before so why do I need a test patch?
Every machine is different we need to test your response to our Lynton AQS Laser / IPL Machine.
Even if you have had a treatment before on the same machine some where else and even if you can tell us the exact settings used, we still need to test patch again. This is incase the machines are calibrated at a different intensity.
Not had a treatment with us for over a year?
If you have not had a treatment with us for over a year we are required to repeat the test patch. A repeat patch test costs £25. This is a requirement with our insurance in case your skin has changed and is not negotiable.
Pre-Treatment Laser / IPL Information:
The area to be treated should be free from make-up, perfume, deodorant and body or face creams. Be careful when using spray deodorant prior to treatment.
There should be no active or fake tan in the area to be treated.
Use of sunbeds or prolonged exposure to sunlight is not allowed for at least a month prior to treatment and an SPF 30 or more must be used on the area between treatments. Suntans must be left to fade completely before treatment can start.
Fake tans must also be fully faded before treatment can commence.
We reserve the right to charge for any appointment booked but abandoned due to active sun-tan or fake tan.
A medical history is taken at consultation, but we rely on you to inform us of any changes to this. We need to know of any medication you are taking including those bought from a chemist or herbalist.
Make sure that you arrive in good time for your appointment; this will allow us to pre-cool the skin if this should be required.
Post-Treatment Laser / IPL Information:
In order to minimise skin heating and to reduce the likelihood of skin reactions, the treatment area may be cooled before, during and after the procedure. If the area still feels hot at home you can apply a cold flannel or cool pack. Do not allow ice packs or ice into direct contact with the skin.
Following treatment the area may appear red and raised and you may experience a tingling sensation. This is completely normal and should settle over the next few days.
Occasionally you may experience swelling or bruising and this can last anything from 1-2 days up to 1-2 weeks. If you experience swelling, it is usually worse one to two days following treatment. If it follows a treatment to a facial area, sleeping with your head raised on pillows will minimise its appearance. Cool packs will also help to reduce the swelling. If your skin is particularly sensitive and prone to histamine reactions, you may also wish to consider taking an anti-histamine medication.
Following treatments on the cheeks please note that it is very likely the area and the area around your eye (both above and below the eyes) may swell, particularly overnight as the body goes through the normal healing process. There may not be swelling after the patch test, however, as the treatment area is usually larger this may well happen after treatments. It is usually a good sign of the treatment working but can be rather alarming if you are not prepared. Sleeping with your head raised on pillows will minimise its appearance. Cool packs will also help to reduce the swelling. If your skin is particularly sensitive and prone to histamine reactions, you may also wish to consider taking an anti-histamine medication.
Laser / IPL After Care Information:
Make-up can be applied after several hours, if the skin is not sore or broken. However, we advise caution if the area is feeling sensitive. Remove make up carefully as rubbing the skin can cause irritation or infection. If the skin at the treatment area becomes broken, then make-up should be avoided.
Care should be taken to avoid trauma to the treated area for 4 or 5 days afterwards. Avoid strenuous activities, sauna and steam, excessively hot baths, massaging etc.
Wash and bathe as normal but take cool showers rather than hot baths. The skin should be patted dry and not rubbed. Use an aloe vera gel or after sun cream to keep the area moisturised and the skin protected. If there is any discomfort, treat the area as you would sunburn.
Use a sunscreen (SPF 30+) and protect the area from sunlight as much as possible between treatments and for at least one month after treatment ends. Failure to do this can lead to sunburn and hyper-pigmentation of the treated area. (Most cases of changes in pigmentation occur when the treated area has been exposed to sunlight, or in people with darker skin types).
If blistering occurs keep the area clean and dry and allow to heal naturally. Do not use any lotions or creams on open skin as this may increase the risk of infection. DO NOT pick grazes or blisters – as this may increase the chance of a scar occurring. Once the skin has healed, a high protection sunscreen should be used daily for 12 months to prevent pigmentation changes to the skin. Please contact the clinic as soon as possible for further advice and so that we can check it and advise if necessary.
Viscoderm Hydrobooster is an injectable Hyaluronic Acid product that has been formulated to improve the skin’s elasticity, hydration and radiance, it also smooths superficial fine lines and wrinkles caused by dynamic facial expression. It is not a filler it is what we call a skin booster.
Viscoderm Hydrobooster has two functions which both help to stretch superficial wrinkles in a natural way, resulting in its unique HYDROSTRETCH action.
Action one is deep hydration
Improving elasticity, radiance and smoothness of the skin.
Biorestructuring activity prolonged over time.
Action two is tissue restructuring
Stretching superficial wrinkles for those with moderate to advanced signs of ageing.
Particularly indicated for dynamic areas of the face around the eyes, mouth and forehead.
How many treatments are required ?
For best results possible from Viscoderm Hydrobooster treatments, most people need two separate treatments 8 weeks apart. However some people need only one treatment.
How long does Viscoderm Hydrobooster last ?
The results last about 6 months.
What to expect during a Viscoderm Hydrobooster
The full procedure can take between and hour and 90 minutes.
We will apply numbing cream for 20 minutes before your treatment commences.
The treatment itself involves multiple tiny injections and runs a high risk of developing small bruises.
The results can be seen after 2 weeks but it takes 8 weeks to appreciate the full results.
We will arrange a check up 6 to 8 weeks after your treatment and schedule your next treatment should you need it shortly after.
Is Viscoderm Hydrobooster Safe ?
Viscoderm Hydrobooster is a hyaluronic acid skin booster made by IBSA famous for manufacturing profhilo.
There products have a great safety record and can be hylased should any adverse event occur.
Is Viscoderm Hydrobooster for me ?
We recommend this if your skin looks dull, dry and lacklustre and if fine lines and wrinkles have become more noticeable over the last few years especially around the mouth, eyes and forehead.
How do I book a Viscoderm Hydrobooster treatment ?
Please arrange a consultation to assess your suitability for the treatment. If suitable we can then council you what to do before and after treatment and time the treatment when it would not be a problem to cover bruising.
Due to the time required to perform this procedure we can not perform the treatment on the same day as the consultation.
Viscoderm Hydrobooster is carried out by Dr Teri Johnson
Price £400 / treatment
View some before and after images provided courtesy of the manufacturer.
Semi permanent cosmetics is an advanced form of cosmetic tattooing and is similar to conventional tattooing but the pigment is not implanted as deep.
The equipment used is much quieter and less traumatic to the skin.
The pigments used are designed to naturally blend with your skin.
The most popular procedures are:
eyebrows
Great treatment for people who have
over plucked their eyebrows
had chemotherapy
alopecia
suffered with hair loss
people who regularly need to use a brow pencil for sparse eyebrows.
The technique used creates a natural hair stroke design which will instantly give lift and emphasis to the eyes.
eyelash enhancement
An ideal treatment if you want to:
give the appearance of thicker lashes
have more definition
improve the shape of your eyes
give the illusion of eyelashes ( beneficial for alopecia patients )
This treatment is great for people with poor vision or an unsteady hand. It is also popular with busy people who don’t have time to apply make up daily.
The technique is created in the natural lash line to give the appearance of thicker lashes, bigger eyes and it can enhance the colour of the eyes. The colour can be tailored to suit you and you can choose anything from a subtle touch of colour to a more obvious thick eye liner appearance.
lip line and lip blush
This procedure is fabulous and gives definition to the shape of the lips that might have been lost due to the ageing process or to create symmetry.
The lip blush technique is more advanced than the lip liner technique and makes the lips look more natural. The lip line is tattooed on and shaded into the natural lip.
Semi Permanent Makeup helps you to look well groomed and attractive whether you have just got out of bed, been to the gym or been swimming.
You will save time applying makeup and enhance and correct your natural appearance.
frequently asked questions
How long does Semi Permanent Makeup last?
Natural rejuvenation of the skin and exposure to uv light will fade the pigments used in Semi Permanent Cosmetics.
The lighter the shade of pigments used the quicker it fades.
We recommend a colour boost procedure every 12 – 18mths to keep you Semi Permanent Makeup looking fresh and as good as new.
Does it hurt?
Semi Permanent Makeup is no more painful than having your eyebrows tweezed.
The Nouveau Contour procedure uses sophisticated equipment that eliminates distress. Some clients have been know to fall asleep during their procedure.
How long does the procedure take?
The procedure will take up to two hours depending on the individual and the treatment they want.
Who can’t have Semi Permanent Makeup?
Patients who have immune disorders such as Systemic lupus erythematosus, keloid or hypertrophic scars, HIV, TB, tumours, growths or cysts.
Clients who have had chemotherapy need to wait until their antibodies are back to normal.
Clients need to wait 6 months after:
Roacutance
Retin A
Steroid treatments
Chemical peels
Laser
2 weeks after using aha preparations.
When applied by a professionally skilled technician, permanent cosmetic makeup can achieve life- changing, confidence boosting results. The technique is simple safe and will enhance your natural beauty.
The folllowing treatemnts are available at Cheshire Lasers:
Eyebrows
Eyeliner
Lipliner/Blushed Lips
Beauty Marks
Breast And Areola/Nipple
Tattoo following surgery
Advanced Electrolysis is used to remove or reduce a range of skin blemishes on the face and body, such as skin tags, milia, blood spots, thread veins and spider veins.
The treatment involves placing a very fine, sterile probe (needle) beside or into the blemish and applying a tiny amount of electric current. This generates a small amount of heat which ‘dries up’ the blood vessels that feed the blemish. This instantly removes or visibly reduces the size and appearance of the skin lesion.
This is a safe, effective and pain-free procedure that produces instant and excellent results.
What can Advanced Electrolysis treat?
Skin Tags
Skin tags are small, soft, skin-coloured growths on the skin. They resemble a small pieces of hanging skin, you can find them anywhere on the face or body. However, you most frequently see them in areas of friction, moisture and skin folds such as on the eyelids, neck, armpits, under the breasts or around the groin. Skin tags can be hereditary, due to a Human Papilloma Virus infection, pregnancy or age.
To remove a skin tag with advanced electrolysis low heat is applied to a tiny sterilised probe (needle). This heated end is used to cauterise the skin tag and dry up the area. A small scab forms, which falls away within a few days.
Milia
Milia are tiny cysts that contain keratin and sebum (lipid epithelial plugs or epidermal inclusion cysts). They are usually white, firm to the touch and the size of a pinhead. Milia most commonly occur over the upper cheeks and under the eyes but can occur anywhere on the body. They can appear on their own or in clusters. The exact cause is unknown but they can develop after any skin trauma. It is also thought that the use of heavy, rich creams or a change in facial products can be the cause of their appearance. They are seen more often after holidays when rich sun creams have been used to protect the skin from the sun.
Milia removal with advanced electrolysis is a quick and easy treatment. A fine heated probe (needle) is used to desiccate the contents of the milia and the remaining tissue is absorbed into the body with no need for extraction.
Campbell De Morgan Spot / Cherry Angioma / Blood Spots
Campbell De Morgans (Blood Spots) range in colour from bright red to purple. They are usually round, dome-shaped, have a smooth surface and can be up to 5mm in diameter. They are due to a proliferation of the blood capillaries and occur mainly on the trunk of the body. Often they appear over several months, having no special significance for general health. Advanced electrolysis can, in one treatment, quickly remove these lesions or reduce them in size.
The treatment involves placing a very fine, sterile probe (needle) beside the blemish and slowly rolling it over the area. A small amount of heat is applied, which ‘dries up’ the blood vessels that feed it. The blemish instantly disappears or visibly reduces in size and appearance. Smaller blood spots usually need one treatment. Larger blood spots may require up to 3 treatments.
Telangiectasia (Red Veins or Thread Veins)
Telangiectasia (Thread Veins / Red Veins) are very small blood vessels that have become widened and visible just beneath the surface of the skin on the face. They cause thread-like red lines or patterns on the skin, which form gradually and often in clusters. They usually appear on the face around the nose, cheeks and chin. There are many causes, for example; Acne Rosacea, ageing, overexposure to the sun, overexposure to cold weather, high-impact exercise, high blood pressure, menopause or smoking, to name a few.
Advanced electrolysis easily removes Telangiectasia (Thread Veins / Red Veins). A small amount of heat is applied to a tiny probe (needle). By lightly tapping this heated probe over the red vein, the blood vessels are cauterised, making the red colour disappear.
Results are instant, but stronger veins may require 2-4 treatments. The veins may return in the future if there are underlying causes.
Spider Naevus ( Spider Veins )
Spider Naevi are similar to thread veins, but they have a central capillary from which fine capillaries radiate so they resemble the legs of a spider. Hence the name Spider Naevus. The central body or capillary is often raised and, in the majority of cases, supplies the blood for the radiating capillaries. Spider naevi can occur spontaneously or can occur due to trauma or pregnancy. Advanced electrolysis can easily treat Spider naevi using the same method as for thread veins.
How long will my treatment session last?
The average treatment ranges from 15 to 30 minutes. It will depend on how many lesions you need removing. The amount of time per treatment also depends upon the reaction of your skin to treatment and your sensitivity.
What will I feel during the procedure?
Even the most sensitive person should be able to tolerate the treatments. Most people expect to feel much more discomfort than they actually experience.
Who performs Advanced Electrolysis?
Aesthetician Helena Fryer performs Advanced Electrolysis at Cheshire Lasers using her machine as part of her own business.
Stretch marks are the result of damage that occurs to the skin when it is stretched due to rapid growth, pregnancy or weight gain. Teenagers often suffer but so do bodybuilders who put on muscle bulk during exercise regimes.
The rapid stretching causes the middle layer of the skin known as the dermis to tear, and deeper skin layers show through.
Stretch marks are therefore like scars in the middle layer of your skin. Initially stretch marks appear red due to blood vessels under the dermis becoming visible. Over time, the red appearance reduces and the marks become a silvery colour.
Stretch marks often appear more visible when weight is lost as the fatty tissue in the skin often makes the problem less visible. Around 80% of women develop stretch marks in pregnancy, the appearance often can improve naturally over time.
Why have I got Stretch Marks?
Some people are more susceptible than others to stretch marks. They occur in both women and men of all races and skin types. Steroid therapy, and a family history of stretch marks increases your risk. Some people never develop any stretch marks, despite being exposed to excessive skin stretching.
Those who do suffer can understandably feel self-conscious about their bodies, which can lead to anxiety and low of self-esteem. Swimming and exposing the skin whilst on holiday can be awkward too.
How do I treat Stretch Marks?
Stretch marks are difficult to treat.
No one treatment can cure and get rid of them.
Not one treatment is better than another.
People respond differently to the different treatments and the response can not be predicted.
However Stretch Marks can be improved so the visible appearance is reduced.
At Cheshire Lasers we use the following treatments to improve the appearance of stretch marks:
Retinol, Retin A, Tretinoin or Vitamin A Derivative topical products.
IPL Red vein reduction to treat redness.
Different people respond to different treatments, for severe stretch marks a combination of treatments is the best option.
Other treatments that may also help stretch marks include:
Pulsed dye laser treatment is one type of laser treatment available.
Laser Resurfacing
Cosmetic camouflage (make-up) is available over-the-counter at pharmacies. Great for small areas of skin affected by stretch marks. Some types are waterproof and last two to three days.
Cosmetic surgery for stretch marks is expensive and rarely recommended.
How do I book treatments for Stretch Marks at Cheshire Lasers Clinic?
First we recommend you book a consultation with Dr Priyanka she can assess your stretch marks. She will take a medical history and will then decide which treatment options would suit you best.
Dr Priyanka can then discuss your treatment options and the prices involved. She will provide you with a treat plan summarising her recommendations. A course of several different treatments are usually recommended for best results.
Should you decide to go ahead with the treatment we can book you in for your first treatment.
Mesotherapy treats stretch marks with a cocktail of ingredients that occur naturally in the body in order to promote healing and rejuvenation of the skin. The main ingredients are fibroblast growth factors, which heals and repairs the skin, amino acids, fatty acids, vitamin C and flavonoids which help the skin to rejuvenate.
These ingredients are already present in the body and so further injection just stimulates their actions as opposed to introducing foreign chemicals. One of the most important ingredients used is Silica. This is a mineral that naturally works in the body to correct tissue problems, including scar tissue and help strengthen its collagen fibres.
The objective with skin needling is to induce tiny pinprick injuries to the skin.These intentional ‘injuries’ induce thousands of tiny, controlled wound-healing responses. The bleeding induced brings various cellular actions including stimulating fibroblast activity and activating skin growth factors. This is the same response the skin makes to an injury and instigates the formation of new skin, collagen production and tissue remodeling.
To have a real effect on stretch marks the microneedle or roller would need to have needles of between 1.5 mm to 2.5mm long to penetrate into the scar tissue of the stretch mark! This is much longer than a home use roller which are typically 0.2mm to 0.5mm long.
A local anaesthetic cream is required for this treatment as needles of more than 0.3mm / 0.5mm long will reach the nerve endings in the skin and are therefore painful!
This collagen formation helps to smooth and fill in a stretch mark.
Several treatments are needed – depending upon the age and depth of the stretch marks.
Carboxytherapy involves superficially injecting tiny amounts of carbon dioxide gas (CO2) directly into the stretch mark with a tiny needle. The injected medical CO2 gas makes your skin ‘think’ there is an oxygen deficit and it responds by increasing blood flow to the skin and regeneration of tiny blood vessels in the skin. This will with time allow more oxygen and nutrients to reach the skin, which leads to improved elasticity, skin regeneration and tissue remodeling.
Carboxy is most effective on newer stretch marks which are still red. Old stretch marks need 5 to 10 treatments at three weekly intervals.
We recommend a treatment every two to three weeks.
Tretinoin and Vitamin A Derivatives:
Tretinoin often called by its brand name Retin-A, is a prescription-only treatment. It should not be used by pregnant or nursing women and can cause side effects such as redness and peeling.
Vitamin A derivatives such as retinol cause less side effects and a prescription is not needed, however, they need to be used in high enough doses to have an effect.
A 0.1 percent tretinoin (retinoic acid) cream was shown to help diminish early stretch marks in one study, but later results have shown mixed results.
Tretinoin can get through the upper layer of skin and rebuild collagen, which explains how it improves stretch marks for some people. It is more effective on new stretch marks, so early treatment is best. Once the marks have faded to white or silver, tretinoin may not be beneficial.
The ZO’s Body Emulsion Plus is the best body product available without a prescription. With ingredients like retinol, ceramides and emollients, it prevents moisture loss and allows your skin to regain its youthful appearance, texture and tone. Plus, the formulation contains an antioxidant-rich complex with lactic acid to soften rough patches. The Body Emulsion Plus works to perfectly exfoliate, hydrate and nourish for revived and smoother looking skin.
Dr Priyanka has the following treatments on offer for the Reduction of Stretch Marks at Cheshire Lasers:
