Skin Tightening

The ageing process, sunlight, smoking, environmental pollution and even excessive frowning or smiling damage the skin - inevitably resulting in lines and wrinkles. Most people would prefer more youthful looking skin.

With surgical treatments such as facelifts quickly becoming a thing of the past, new non-invasive alternatives to achieve younger, smoother skin is now just a laser treatment away.

How does it work?

Bedford Skin Clinic uses the GentleYAG system. The system "tightens" by heating the underlying layers in the skin and forming new collagen resulting in smoother, younger looking skin. The GentleYAG's patented epidermal cooling system, the Dynamic Cooling Device (DCD(TM)), protects the skin with every laser pulse allowing for quick results and your comfort.

What happens during treatment?

The practitioner guides the laser to the treatment areas with a small handpiece. Each laser pulse is preceded and followed by a short pulse of cooling spray to maintain comfort throughout and a treatment could take as little as a few minutes to 30 minutes depending on the area and condition being treated.

To prepare for the treatment your skin should be thoroughly cleansed and dried, removing any makeup, creams, oils, topical anaesthetics or self-tanning products before laser treatment. The intended treatment area should not be exposed to sunlight or tanning booth light for seven days prior to treatment. Treatment is given every month. We recommend a course of six treatments.

What does it feel like?

Some clients may feel a slight discomfort with each laser pulse, sometimes described as the snapping of a rubber band on the skin, or warmth. This discomfort resolves in several seconds and is minimised by the cooling device.

Are there any side effects?

Any risks are minimal with this treatment and would be fully covered at the consultation stage

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Pricing information - Price per session:

At Bedford Skin Clinic we charge £120 for a full face area and £75 for a smaller area.

Please note: Prices quoted are per session and are an approximate guide only. If you require a more accurate pricing prior to consultation, please contact us directly.