Lumecca®​ is the most powerful and effective Intense Pulsed Light therapy (IPL) to remove visible veins and capillaries, pigmentation, sun damage, vascular lesions, rosacea, acne scarring and melasma. This popular anti-ageing treatment is a quick and comfortable light photofacial treatment with visible results after the first session to restore a clear complexion and rejuvenated skin tone. ​Lumecca® can be used on any part of the body with excellent results. This treatment has a high specificity and selectivity for pigmentation and redness created by sun damage and is one of the most powerful treatments for this purpose​.

IPL stands for Intense Pulsed Light. It is a procedure where a high intensity pulse of light is used to treat areas of the skin where there is sun damage, age spots, dark spots, rosacea, redness, acne scars, or fine lines and wrinkles. IPL is also commonly referred to as IPL photofacial, photorejuvenation, or broadband light.

Immediate Benefits

Deep Clean: Vaporises Dirt and Removes Bacteria
Brighten: Dull Complexions and Unevenness, Fading Sun, Age and Acne Damage
Wrinkle Release: Leaving Skin Smoother and Tighter
Remove Spots: Helps Get Rid of Acne
High efficiency of treatment due to high peak power and optimized output.

Long-term Benefits of Regular Treatments

Complete photo rejuvenation in 1 or 2 treatments for most patients versus 4-6 treatments with standard IPL’s.
Stimulates Collagen and Elastin Production for Firmer Skin
Reduces the Visible Appearance of Pores
Evens Skin Tone and Texture
Reduces Hyperpigmentation and Melasma
Clears acne and helps prevent future breakouts.
Reduces Overall Redness
Reduces Visible Scarring From Acne Lesions and Cysts.
Diminishes Visible Broken Capillaries

 

You can use IPL on any part of your body that is affected by pigmentation, sun damage, acne scars, redness including Rosacea, wrinkles, capillaries and veins.  IPL is most commonly performed on the face, the neck, and the chest since those are usually the body parts that are exposed to the sun most often, but IPL can also be done on the arms, legs, etc.

Our Neck & Chest Add-On treats the neck and chest. Our Hand Add-On treats the hands.

After your first treatment, you will immediately notice cleaner, clearer, brighter, tighter and smoother skin. Regular, frequent treatments lead to optimal results. Improvements will accelerate after each additional session. Please note that everyone’s skin is unique and individual results may vary.

To get maximum results from your treatment please adhere to the following advice;

For the next 48 hours refrain from any alcohol, strenuous exercise and make up application. Please remember, excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, strenuous exercise, and sun exposure can effect and help to reduce the lifespan of your treatment.

 In just 1-3 comfortable treatments, patients notice significant improvements in the complexion and clarity of their skin. 

We have 2 different hand-pieces of differing wavelength spectrums, to allow safe treatment of even darker skin types.

We believe in establishing a regular, convenient routine you can stick to for treatment of any issues like acne or uneven skin tone as well as ongoing maintenance to keep your skin clean, bright, healthy and breakout free. Our knowledgeable skincare professionals will work with you to create your ideal treatment plan based on your needs.

Multiple sessions provide even better results. Treatment regime depends on the severity of skin damage, skin type, type of treatment (vascular vs sun damage) and energy settings.

We recommend 1 session spaced 3 weeks apart or if preferred can be monthly but no sooner. Once you have achieved your personal skin goals like clearing acne, sun damage or scarring,  we do recommend a fortnightly to monthly facial to maintain your results. On average, The Look by Louise clients receive 1-3 facials per month.

No not at all. You’ll feel a mild tingling sensation that is noticeable but not painful. The HydraFacial® combined is completely painless and nothing but relaxing yet invigorating.

The most common side effects of laser facials can be erythema, including mild skin irritation, temporary discomfort such as redness and swelling. These will settle within 24 – 48 hours after treatment.

In rare cases there can be changes of pigment. It can darken or lighten the affected skin, usually temporarily.

Please note a patch test is required on the treatment area prior to any treatment given. 

No make up to be applied for at least 24 hours after treatment. Try to avoid extreme heat/cold. Following this sun exposure, sun beds or saunas should be avoided for at least 7 days after treatment.

We will carry out a small, painless patch test, usually on the treatment area at least 48 hours prior to procedure.

You will then be closely monitored to check for any signs of allergies. If there are no signs of allergy we can then safely proceed with treatment.

Please note patch tests must be carried out before any laser facials can be booked. 

For contraindications to our Laser Facials please see list below. If you are uncertain about any of the contraindications, please contact The Look by Louise Laser Clinic on 01204 450181.

Epilepsy

Please check with your neurologist if you are uncertain, we may ask you to provide a doctors note

Active Infection and Coldsores

Photosensitizing Medication including

Tetracyclines
Sulphonamides- must wait one week after the last dose.
Oral Retinoids (Isotretinoin, Accutane)- must wait 6 months after the last dose.
Photodynamic therapy or 5-fluorouracil- must wait one week after these treatments before receiving The Look Laser Facials.
Chemotherapy- please check with your hospital as some chemo medications can be photosensitizing. Diuretics may be photosensitizing.

History of Skin Cancer on the treatment area (Requires medical clearance note from doctor) so please consult.

Vitiligo (May still have treatment if vitiligo has never been present on area being treated.)

Any botox/fillers within the last 14 days.

 ANY OTHER NON ‘THE LOOK’ LASER FACIALS OR TREATMENTS, CHEMICAL PEELS, MICRODERMABRASION, OR MICRONEEDLING, DERMAPLANING, WITHIN THE PREVIOUS 2 WEEKS. (AFTER LASER HAIR REMOVAL – WAIT ONE WEEK BEFORE THE LOOK LASER FACIAL)

Healing stages may vary and your skin will be assessed during consultation.

Current sunburn on the treatment area

Self or spray tan 7 days pre or post treatment

OTHER PRECAUTIONS AND SUGGESTIONS FROM OUR MEDICAL TEAM. 

This section is for your information only. If any of these apply you may still be treated.

These are not contraindications:

• Those with a history of cold sores should be aware that they may be triggered by heat/light and prophylactic antiviral medication is recommended.
• Those with known keloid scarring should be educated about their increased risk of keloid formation. Okay to treat, just avoid area of hypertrophic or keloid scar.
• For bearded clients, it’s ideal to come in clean shaven or with only up to 2 days stubble, as we will avoid areas with facial hair growth.
• Carbon facial not permitted during pregnancy.

We offer treatments to anyone 18 years of age or above. Valid photo ID is required if necessary by the clinic.

Inidividual Treatments are priced at £175 per session. A recommended course of 3 is priced at £450 (saving £75)

Please note our Laser Facials are only available at present from our Skin Health Clinic located in Bolton, Lancashire. 

Yes. This treatment is available to purchase using our PayL8ter Finance option. Please ask any member of our team for more information.

Cancellations and Reschedules more than 5 days in advance:

You are allowed to cancel or reschedule an appointment more than 5 days in advance. Simply sign-in to our online booking portal and navigate to the…….. section.

If you arrive late, we have no other option but to simply reduce your treatment time accordingly to avoid cutting the next client’s appointment short. However, if you are more than 15 minutes late you’ll be charged a £50 cancellation fee and will need to make a new appointment with us.

Yes! We have on street parking as our clinic is located in a residential area of the beautiful Lancashire countryside, which means no stress and added parking costs like most other city centre laser clinics.