LUMECCA IPL
If you suffer from redness (rosacea), sun damage, freckles, brown age spots or vascular lesions (spider veins), then Lumecca is the perfect treatment for you.
We are one of the first clinics in the UK to have the newest and best version: Lumecca Peak.
about Lumecca treatment
Lumecca is an extremely powerful IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) used to treat pigmentation and vascular lesions. Lumecca uses photothermolysis, which means that specific light wavelengths target red and brown pigments in the skin. These red and brown pigments absorb the light, which then destroys them.
The main aim of Lumecca is to make the skin a more uniform colour. When people think about aging and sun-damaged skin, they often think about wrinkles. However, the colour of the skin plays a very important role in its appearance and it is amazing how great skin looks when it is an even tone. That’s why foundation was invented! But now we have a device that allows your skin to look great without make up.
Lumecca can be used all over the body, but the treatment is most commonly used on the face, neck, decolletage and hands.
Although IPL is not technically a laser as it uses multiple wavelengths (lasers use specific wavelengths), it is a power horse as it treats multiple skin concerns in one session. The small amount of heat emitted also stimulates collagen production so skin quality is generally improved.
treatment highlights
We are one of the first clinics in the UK to have the newest version: Lumecca Peak - for faster and more impressive results.
Pigmentation, age spots, brown patches and pigmentation on the face, neck, decolletage, hands, arms
Rosacea and redness
Spider/thread veins (typically seen on the cheeks and nose)
Collagen stimulation and skin "glow"
Treat the face, neck, chest, arms and hands
“The experience at Kindred has been fabulous from the start. Knowledgeable and professional team who provide solid advice, make you feel incredibly welcome and at ease.
Full explanation of procedures, expectations and providing the necessary support.
I could not be happier with my results.
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faqs
What is Lumecca?
Lumecca is a machine-based treatment that uses Intense Pulsed Light (IPL). IPL is based on the principle of photothermolysis where light is absorbed into the skin and selectively absorbed by chromophores (lesions that have a darker colour than their surrounding skin). In this way, we can selectively heat and destroy skin issues such as redness (rosacea), thread veins and pigmentation. The heat also stimulates collagen production so can improve skin texture and fine lines too.
How much does Lumecca treatment cost?
Our prices can be found here. Also check under Promotions for our current discounts
Is there anyone that shouldn’t have Lumecca treatment?
Our experienced KinDRed clinicians will assess your medical suitability. As a general guide, this treatment is not suitable for people who are pregnant or breast feeding, conditions affected by light (eg. photosensitivity, epilepsy).
It is only suitable for people with Fitzpatrick skin types I – IV.
What should be done to prepare for treatment?
Book a “Test Patch” at least 24 hours before your treatment (this can be booked online under the Lumecca tab).
You will be emailed with detailed pre-treatment advice. As a general guide, avoid all excessive UV exposure 3-4 weeks before treatment, wear daily factor 50 sunscreen and stop active skincare for a dew days.
How many treatments are needed?
Most people will need an initial course of 3 treatments for pigmentation.
For rosacea and vascular lesions, 3-5 sessions may be required.
Treatments are scheduled every 3- 6 weeks apart
How long until I see results?
For pigmentation, there will be an initial darkening of lesions. The darker skin then flakes off after around 7 days, revealing lighter skin beneath.
For vascular lesions, occasionally these resolve immediately during treatment. However, they may darken and then improve/resolve after 2 weeks.
For redness, you should gradually see an improvement after the first session.
How about maintenance?
Most people will have a single treatment every 6 – 12 months to maintain results. It’s important to wear daily sunscreen long term to maximise results. We recommend Heliocare.
I only want to treat a few thread veins, do I need to treat the full face?
Some patient may wish to treat just a small patch of pigmentation or a few thread veins. However, we normally advise treating the whole face because it’s surprising how often people have sun damage in areas that they didn’t realise. Lumecca also stimulates collagen production so it’s a great regenerative treatment for the whole face.