Blemish-Free Skin: Treating Skin Tags, Age Spots and Thread Veins
As the seasons change and we begin to show more skin, many people become more aware of common blemishes that have developed over time. Age spots, sun spots, skin tags, thread veins, blood spots and pigmentation are all very common, becoming more noticeable as we get older and after years of sun exposure.
The cooler months are an ideal time to treat these concerns, before spending more time outdoors in stronger sunlight.
At Daydreams Skin & Body Therapy, I use two advanced systems to safely and precisely treat many benign skin blemishes: Epil 2000 and the Accor Plasma Pen. Each treatment is selected according to the type of lesion and the best possible outcome.
Treating Thread Veins and Blood Spots
Fine thread veins, red veins and cherry angiomas (blood spots) often develop on delicate skin when tiny capillaries weaken over time.
The Epil 2000 uses a very fine probe to treat the affected blood vessel with precision, without breaking the surface of the skin. Following treatment, the blood may appear darker for a few days before it is naturally reabsorbed by the body. Make-up can usually be applied after 24 hours.
Treatment is carefully controlled to protect the surrounding skin and minimise the risk of scarring.
Removing Skin Tags
Skin tags are harmless growths that commonly occur around the neck, underarms and other areas where skin rubs against clothing or jewellery. Although benign, they can be irritating if they catch or become inflamed.
Smaller skin tags attached by a fine stalk are usually treated with the Epil 2000. Larger or thicker skin tags respond well to the Accor Plasma Pen.
Treating Age Spots, Sun Damage and Seborrhoeic Keratoses
The Accor Plasma Pen is a handheld device that creates a tiny plasma arc just above the skin's surface. This causes controlled sublimation of the unwanted tissue without cutting the skin.
It is an effective treatment for:
Age spots and sun spots
Localised pigmentation
Seborrhoeic keratoses
Larger skin tags
Seborrhoeic keratoses are extremely common benign growths that become more frequent with age. They are harmless, although any lesion that changes rapidly or appears unusual should always be assessed by a medical professional before treatment.
Following plasma treatment, some lesions disappear immediately, while others form a small protective crust that naturally falls away as the skin heals.
Every treatment begins with a consultation to ensure the most appropriate technique is selected for your skin and the blemish being treated.
The before and after photographs shown were supplied by the client. Please note that differences in lighting may affect the appearance of the healed result.
