Plasma Shower and Cold Plasma Treatment
Borciani London
Plasma Shower – often referred to as Cold Plasma, is an extremely effective treatment for controlling breakouts, oily skin and for skin rejuvenation.
What does it do?
Cold plasma creates a gentle electrical field that sterilises the skin’s surface, reduces inflammation, and stimulates natural collagen production. It’s ideal for blemish-prone, sensitive, or compromised skin, and can be safely used across on all skin tones.
- Destroys Bacteria – Plasma sterilises propionibacterium bacteria on contact both on the skin and deeper within the pores, this alone will immediately reduce further bacterial acne, it also calms and promotes healing to treat active and present acne according to the European Journal of Medical Research
- Aids Absorption without needles – By breaking the Cell Adhesion Molecules(CAMs) that connect the skin cells, we can apply a custom blend of Mesotherapy products that will be delivered transdermally (into the deeper layers of the skin) these traditionally would have been injected or implanted with microneedling. Studies have shown that absorption is increased by x 120.
- Accelerates Healing – Plasma energy treatment stimulates the body’s healing processes so is excellent for use on sensitive, affected skin or after any invasive treatment (microneedling/dermal fillers etc).
- Regenerates Skin – After treatment, the skin’s regeneration processes kick in, skin will look clearer, brighter, tighter and fresher as results develop.
How Does Plasma Work?
The plasma energy creates an arc of electricity that ionizes the air and creates a plasma discharge. This heat is filtered through the plasma shower head creating a cold plasma effect rather than the focused heat for Plasma Lift.
This shower promotes:
- TDDS (trans dermal delivery system) allow product delivery into the dermis without needles
- Strengthens skin elasticity by stimulating blood circulation, lymph system, generation of fibroblasts
- Purification – destroys bacteria on impact improving breakouts and inflammed skin.
- Skin Regeneration, preventing skin ageing by stimulating generation of collagen and fibroblasts
For maximum results we incorporate the ultrasonic hand piece at the end of the treatment this increases the cell absorption and mesotherapy delivery with stable cavitation, stimulates the blood circulation and lymph system, strengthen skin elasticity and stimulate collagen generation.
We can choose the mesotherapy to use based on your specific skin concerns.
Treatment Summary
Benefits of Cold Plasma
- Helps reduce acne breakouts and surface bacteria.
- May improve the appearance of fine lines, uneven tone and mild scarring.
- Prepares skin for enhanced absorption of medical-grade skincare.
- Supports post-procedure recovery after microneedling, CO2 laser, PRX or peel treatments.
- Can assist in managing redness, rosacea, dermatitis and sensitive skin.
- May be used as part of care for pigmentation concerns, including vitiligo, under dermatology supervision.
Clinical trials
Clinical trials* showed a 60% higher skin moisture retention after 2 weeks and improved skin texture by up to 11% after 4 weeks.
Reversal of ageing effects of fine lines and wrinkles by up to 26% after 4 weeks.
Skin density improvements by up to 14% and inner skin elasticity improvements by up to 10% after 4 weeks.
Commonly Asked Questions
Is cold plasma good for breakouts?
Plasma sterilises propionibacterium bacteria on contact, this alone will immediately reduce further bacterial acne, it calms and promotes healing to treat active and present acne. When combined with intradermal Mesotherapy we can:
- Reduce skin redness;
- Stimulate ECM proteins improving tissue renewal for maximal healing;
- Reduce oily skin
- Reduce open pores
What happens during cold plasma?
Skin will be thoroughly cleansed and wiped with an antibacterial solution. The hand piece is then passed over the affected area for around 10-20 minutes and if required a mesotherapy solution will be applied to enhance the treatment.
Sessions are 30 minutes and you can resume all normal activities immediately.
How many treatments will I need?
The condition will determine the number of treatments you will need, for acne and breakouts a course of 4-6 is recommended for maximum reduction
How much is cold plasma?
Please see our pricing page for our up to date pricing
What is the aftercare?
Please do not not apply makeup after the treatment, your skin will continue to absorb anything that is applied for up to 12 hours.
Who is cold plasma good for?
Cold Plasma (plasma shower) is a safe treatment for all ages and skin types, it is painless and with no downtime, it can help with:
- Breakouts and Oily Skin
- Skin tightening
- Pigmentation
- Improving complexion/skin tone
- Treating lines and wrinkles
- Non-ablative lifting and regeneration
- Intense hydration
- Scar Tissue and Stretch Marks
How will I look after cold plasma?
Your skin will look very normal after cold plasma, you may be a little pink and your complexion will look more even and calm/ glowing
How long is the appointment?
Plasma is a really quick treatment and can be completed in your lunch break if needed, allow 30-40 minutes total or less if you are not wearing makeup!
What if I am nervous?
It’s perfectly normal to be a little nervous before your treatment, the plasma shower is painless and very relaxing but do address any concerns with your practitioner during the consultation.
Who should avoid cold plasma
- Active infection or cold sores on the treatment area
- Recent sunburn or tanning
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding (precautionary)
- Isotretinoin use within 6 months
- Keloid‑prone scars in treatment area
- Implanted electronic devices near the site