- A light-based treatment developed by Sciton, a US-based manufacturer of aesthetic lasers and light-based devices
- This treatment delivers high-intensity, accurate and controlled pulses of light energy to the skin
- The light energy will then lead to controlled heating of the targeted tissue causing micro-injuries that stimulate collagen production and promote cell renewal
- It will also be selectively absorbed by chromophores (light absorbing molecules) in the skin such as melanin and haemoglobin to treat different conditions
- BBL HERO has in-motion technology and a cooling system to ensure a comfortable and effective treatment experience
BBL HERO modes include:
- Forever Young BBL: for skin rejuvenation, treating signs of aging, pigmentation, and sun damage
- Forever Bare BBL: for hair removal
- Forever Clear BBL: targets active acne and red/ brown acne marks
- SkinTyte BBL: to tighten loose and sagging skin
Indications:
- Pigmentation and sun damage
- Vascular lesion: telangiectasia, rosacea
- Skin laxity and fine lines
- Acne and acne marks
- Hair removal
Contraindications: (if unsure, always check with doctor)
- Pregnancy
- Active skin infection
- Wound
- Dark skin type: Fitzpatrick VI
Interval: 4 weeks
Number of sessions: 5-6 sessions recommended for optimal results
Results: Radiant skin with more even skin tone can be observed after each session, gradual improvement on skin texture and laxity with more sessions
Maintenance: 3-4x/ year
Downtime: Mild skin erythema on the treated area for a few hours
Complications:
- Burning and scarring (rare)
- Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation/ hypopigmentation
Pre-procedure:
- Photo documentation
- Obtain written consent
Post-procedure:
- Photo documentation
- Apply moisturizer and sunscreen
- Post-procedure advice:
- Apply SPF50 broad spectrum sunscreen at least twice a day
- DO NOT touch, scratch, or rub the treated area for 48 hours or till the skin is completely healed to prevent irritation or infection
- Be gentle when washing your face and applying skincare products
- Avoid harsh skin care ingredients such as retinol, Vitamin C, exfoliating products (facial scrub/AHA/BHA) for 1 week
- Avoid excessive sun exposure for 1 week
- Avoid facial procedures and energy-based aesthetic treatments such as laser, radio frequency, HIFU, BBL, IPL for 2 weeks
Price: $600 (face) and $300 (neck)
