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Birthmark removal
25 years’ experience in administering safe and effective treatments for removing unwanted birthmarks.
Advanced
laser technology available
Outstanding client care and expertise in dermatology for over 30 years
Safe and effective,
even on the face and
sensitive areas
Flexible including evenings Acne & Oily Skin weekends
0% Finance Options Available – so you can spread the cost of your treatment
What is a birthmark?
A is a coloured mark that is often present at birth (or develops soon afterwards) and is on the skin.
There are two main types of birthmark:
What causes birthmarks?
Birthmarks can be caused by a of different issues, the abnormal grouping of blood vessels or clusters of pigment cells.
Is birthmark removal possible?
If a birthmark is causing you to have low self esteem, then birthmark is possible. Birthmark treatment can take as little as 10 minutes, and the procedure can be carried out safely by a qualified doctor using a special type of laser.
Your birthmark removal consultation: what to expect?
Your birthmark consultation will be with a qualified doctor who will assess your birthmark and determine the most appropriate form of treatment. During your consultation they will be able to answer any questions you may have about your birthmark and give you personalised advice. If they decide your birthmark can be removed, they will be able to carry out the procedure in-clinic. All of our clinics are monitored by the (or other relevant regulatory body) for your safety and peace of mind.
Birthmark removal methods
At sk:n we offer laser treatment for birthmark removal. Having a birthmark removed with a laser may sound severe but it’s actually a safe and sophisticated treatment. Laser treatment can be suitable for all types of birthmark, although some types may require more sessions of treatment than others.
Three simple steps to start your journey
Step 1
with one of our experienced doctors. You can or
Doctor consultations start from £185.
Step 2
Visit your and meet your doctor for a one to one consultation. During this consultation the doctor will:
Step 3
Begin your birthmark removal treatment with sk:n. sk:n are regulated through the Care Quality (CQC) the same regulator as the NHS and the equivalent in Scotland (HIS) and Wales (HIW). With 25 years’ experience of birthmark removal, you can be rest assured that you are in safe hands.
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Birthmark removal pricing
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Which birthmark removal is right for you?
The laser we use for your depends upon the type and colour of birthmark you have and this will be confirmed at your consultation.
If you have a Vascular birthmarks, we will use a Pulse Dye Laser, which works by emitting a beam of laser light to heat up the faulty blood that form the birthmark. This causes the blood vessels to and stop blood from flowing into the area, which fades the birthmark.
A laser called a ND Yag Laser is used for Pigmented birthmarks. The energy emitted by the laser beam breaks down the cluster of pigment cells into tiny fragments, which are then taken away naturally by the body’s immune system, causing the to fade.
Our Expert Commentary
How effective is laser for removing ? "Very effective" – Dr Hosur
Medical Director at sk:n, , believes birthmark removal is "very effective".
However, this can depend on the type of birthmark. The two common types of birthmark are brown birthmarks (café-au-lait) and red or purple (port wine stain). Effective can result in life-long clearance without the birthmark coming back.
The number of treatments required can vary and a course of several treatments will give you the best results. It is a quick procedure and is not particularly painful.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
The laser we use for your treatment depends upon the type and colour of birthmark you have and this will be confirmed at your .
If you have a vascular birthmark, we will use a Pulse Dye Laser, which works by a beam of laser light to heat up the faulty blood vessels that form the birthmark. This causes the blood vessels to collapse and stop blood from flowing into the area, which fades the birthmark.
A laser called a ND Yag Laser is used for pigmented birthmarks. The energy emitted by the laser beam breaks down the cluster of built-up pigment cells into tiny fragments, which are then taken away naturally by the body’s immune system, causing the birthmark to fade.
Birthmark removal at sk:n is completely safe and is only carried out by medical doctors in clinical environments. We work to strict protocols and have access to some of the UK’s leading doctors and dermatologists.
The laser energy is selectively targeted to the faulty blood vessels or built-up pigment cells only, meaning that surrounding tissues are not affected and there is no lasting damage to the skin. Lasers have been used to remove birthmarks for years, and we will ensure that the laser we use are safe and effective for your skin.
sk:n’s birthmark removal treatment is suitable and safe on any area of the body or face. Extra caution is needed when treating birthmarks on the skin around the eye area, and your suitability for treatment will be assessed at your consultation.
Some patients with sensitive skin worry that this will be a problem, but with the use of anaesthetic cream, almost anyone can comfortably have laser therapy to remove unwanted birthmarks.
In more sensitive areas, birthmark removal is described as feeling like the flick of an elastic band. You may some redness and bruising in the area following treatment, but once this subsides you will see a permanent fading of your birthmark.
Some patients with sensitive skin worry that this will be a problem, but with the use of anaesthetic cream, almost anyone can comfortably undergo laser therapy to remove unwanted birthmarks.
You will need about four to six laser treatments as part of your birthmark removal, although this can vary from birthmark to birthmark, some needing more or less than others. Treatments should be carried out six to eight weeks apart, giving your skin time to heal fully before it is treated again. Your practitioner will discuss your individual treatment needs with you, including expected number of treatments and intervals depending on your type of birthmark.
NHS referral is not necessary to undergo treatment at sk:n, and unless your doctor feels there is a reason not to remove your birthmark , we are happy to remove your birthmark for cosmetic reasons. We understand how this skin condition can cause low self esteem, and remove birthmarks for a lot of clients who cannot receive the treatment on the NHS.
The younger you are when you start treating a birthmark, the more effective treatment will be and the fewer sessions are typically needed. There is also less risk of a birthmark coming back if treated early.
Although we can use anaesthetic creams to ease any discomfort, this is very rarely necessary. The vast majority of patients find this treatment perfectly tolerable, with some describing the feeling of the laser as a flicking sensation against the skin.
In order for the laser to be used safely on larger birthmarks, we cannot target everything during one treatment. The light energy will be absorbed by some parts more than others and these will be more responsive on your next treatment. For smaller birthmarks, you might need just one treatment.
Laser treatment causes the breakdown of your birthmark over the course of several treatments, and doesn’t leave any scars as a result.
Your practitioner will also provide you with full aftercare instructions and you will be able to leave the clinic as soon as your anaesthetic wears off. Complications are rare and you may notice some slight temporary or whitening at the area, which indicates that the laser is having its lightening effect on the birthmark. This soon fades, and you will notice the birthmark fading along with it.
You may notice some slight temporary bruising or whitening at the area, and this is to be expected as it indicates that the laser is having its lightening effect on the birthmark. This soon fades, and you will notice the birthmark fading along with it. Scarring is not generally a side effect of birthmark removal.
Birthmark removal treatment at sk:n costs from £335 per treatment, exact costs will be confirmed after a consultation with a doctor who will assess your birthmark.
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