At the start of your first appointment, your Mallucci expert will sit down with you for a consultation. This is when you will discuss your skin concerns, and what you hope to achieve from the treatment. Your practitioner will then outline a treatment plan that’s completely tailored to you. If you have scarring or dark spots, they may combine BBL with the HALO® Laser by Sciton. If you have acne, they will use the Forever Clear BBL™.

During treatment, the BBL handpiece will gently glide over your skin. You may feel a warming, mild tingling or ‘rubber band snapping’ sensation throughout. The treatment can be carried out in as little as 15 to 30 minutes, although this varies depending on the target area, your skin type and goals. Afterwards, your skin may still feel warm for a further 30 to 60 minutes.

Your practitioner will advise on how many treatments are needed during your consultation. For best results, we recommend a minimum of five, spaced four to six weeks apart (depending on your skin type).

Both before and after your Sciton BBL treatment, use a moisturiser with SPF30+ to protect your skin from sun exposure, and avoid retinoids that cause sensitivity. If advised by your general physician, you should discontinue antibiotics. It’s also important to drink plenty of water before and after each session.

The amount of downtime depends on the treatment you have, your skin type, and the area you’re targeting. Most patients experience minimal downtime. Your Mallucci expert will discuss this with you in more detail during your consultation.