Scar Treatments

These are referred to as ‘hypertrophic’, they are often post-surgical or from an accident. They can look uneven, lumpy and feel quite fibrous.

There are a number of ways that we can ‘soften’ and flatten these scars.  CO2 Laser, Nano Fractional laser and Growth Factor Induction Therapy are excellent options which have been extremely effective at softening and flattening these types of scars.

These scars are indented rather than raised, they are often a result of an accident, childhood diseases (such as chickenpox), or acne (ice pick, boxcar). There are a number of methods which will improve the look of these scars.

The Venus Skin Resurfacer , Growth Factor Induction Therapy and Chemical Peels are excellent at smoothing the texture of the skin and reducing these scars. We are happy to discuss the best options for you.

Hyperpigmentation often targets clients with an olive skin tone and darker (Fitzpatrick III to VI). Traditional methods to reduce the scarring are not appropriate as this will often cause Post Inflammatory Pigmentation (PIH) or further darkening which will usually lighten on it’s own within 3-12 months.

We are now able to lighten this pigmentation safely

CO2 Laser – This is the gold standard for reducing scars, by choosing cooler settings we are able to reduce the chances of PIH.  We will also combine with a course of Cyspera to reduce the pigmenations.

Melanin Inhibitor – We have an extremely effective protocol which is an at home treatment, it can be used on the face and body and by all skin types with no risk of additional hyperpigmentation.  Cyspera can be purchased in the clinic or we can post out to you. Read More

Versa IPL – this is an excellent option for light to medium skin tones, the treatment effectively targets pigment under the skin’s surface to reduce the appearance of discoloration. The treatment also works on such as spider veins and port wine stains. 

PRX Reverse Peel –  It’s a 3 stage peel which is safe to use on all skin tones and is one of the only peels which does not make you photosensitive in the sun.

These scars are often present following surgery, trauma and self harm, the scar will heal with no pigment, leaving a white or translucent area of scar tissue.

We can custom blend a pigment to completely match your skin tone and implant this pigment in the skin using Micropigmentation techniques, the effect is incredibly natural and lasts around 24 months at which point we can ‘refresh’ the colour for you.

This is a great option for anyone who is using camouflage makeup and would like a more long-term solution.

These are raised, smooth scars, often looking more like a blister than a scar and very common in darker skins.  Keloid scars respond very well to steroid injections and silicone therapy to ‘flatten’ the scar down.

There have been some exciting new reports documenting the efficacy of muscle relaxers to treat keloids.

Contractures are an abnormal occurrence that happens when a large area of skin is damaged and lost, resulting in a scar. The scar formation pulls the edges of the skin together, causing a tight area of skin which can affect the muscles, joints, and tendons causing a decrease in movement, mobility and flexibility.

There are many different surgical treatment options for contractures, including the following:

Co2 lasers are excellent at softening the contracted tissue, clients may also benefit from Growth Factor Needling to further soften and accelerate healing..