NEAR INFRARED (NIR) TREATMENT

NIR is a non-invasive laser treatment designed to stimulate collagen production and tighten lax skin, and is very effective when used to treat the signs of ageing on the lower face, jawline and neck, usually in conjunction with Laser Lift. It can also be used on the body, such as the stomach, cellulite areas, backs of arms and inner thighs, but is not suitable for treatment around the eyes or forehead, or for sensitive skin.

Light near the infrared spectrum is used to briefly elevate the temperature of the skin, deeply penetrating it. This produces microscopic thermal injury to the tissues in the dermis, which contracts existing elastin fibres, and stimulates the formation of new, thicker, uniformly aligned collagen.

Typically, a course of six treatments is recommended, at fortnightly intervals. Thereafter a programme of one treatment every four months will maintain the benefits. There may be some variation in your prescribed treatment plan, depending on the severity of your condition.

NIR is a safe treatment but, because the dermis is being heated, the skin will feel hot and look red for a while. A cooling gel is applied during the treatment to minimize this side effect, and an in-motion technique can be employed instead of a stationary delivery, allowing for a more gradual heat build-up and greater comfort.

After treatment, there is immediate skin tightening and luminosity, The underlying collagen architecture of the skin is gradually rebuilt in a more uniform manner over the following weeks, producing a tighter, more youthful-looking skin.