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Diffuse Redness
What is Diffuse Redness?
Redness most commonly affects the cheeks, forehead and nose and presents itself as a general redness to the face, these are made up of tiny broken capillaries under the skin.
Redness is often hereditary. It is more common in people with light and/or sensitive skin. It can also be related to Rosacea or Couperose. These are skin conditions that are associated with broken red vessels and/or inflammations in the face. You may also associate the redness to be triggered by certain environmental factors, ie Sun exposure, Alcohol consumption, eating spicy foods, Flushing when embarrassed.
How It Works
The Nd:YAG wavelength is highly absorbed into haemoglobin (blood) and water, so we utilise the absorption into the blood by gently heating the area in layers, what happens when we heat the area is that the tiny capillaries coagulate, which in turn causes the capillaries to close. The body then recognises this as a foreign body and removes it. Consequently, diminishes the visual impact of redness.
Preparation
- Consultation required to discuss and assess the area of concern.
- Avoid direct sun exposure/sun beds & tanning products for at least 4 weeks before treatment.
- Avoid any other Laser, IPL, and Skin Needling/Cosmetic Grade Peels 2 weeks before treatment.
- Avoid electrolysis, facial waxing, and depilatory use 2 weeks before treatment.
- Avoid prescription topical Vitamin A or Hydroquinone 1 week before treatment.
Aftercare
- Avoid direct sun exposure for 4 weeks.
- Always wear SPF50+
- For 24 hours post-treatment, excessive sweating, swimming or saunas, very hot showers and tight restrictive clothing.
- Exfoliation should be avoided for at least one week.
- Avoid using any active or high-intensity skincare products for the first 5 days
