This procedure has been used for a number of years to tackle skin complaints such as wrinkles, age spots, pigment abnormalities and other superficial skin problems such as sun damage, freckles and acne scarring. The benefits of this treatment are:

• Reduction of fine lines and wrinkles
• Reduction of superficial scars caused from acne
• Smoother textured skin surface
• Colour irregularities improved
• Fresher and more vibrant appearance
• Softer skin
• More youthful looking skin

The treatment takes around 30 minutes per session. This treatment is a course of 4 sessions that are carried out on a weekly basis over a period of 4 weeks.

The patient may feel a slight tingling or burning sensation during the procedure. This pain is, however, is very minimal as no sedation or anaesthetic is needed to carry out this procedure. Some minimal discomfort may be felt following the procedure.

The solution that is applied to the skin is intended to dry out the upper layers of skin causing them to peel away. This may cause some redness and itching as the skin begins to peel. Some pain may also be experienced similar to that of mild sun burn.