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Blemish & Lesion Removal in Lytham
Sometimes it is the smallest blemish that catches your eye the most. At Perfect Secret Aesthetics in Lytham, we offer professional treatment for benign skin lesions, including skin tags, milia, seborrhoeic keratoses, cherry angiomas, moles, warts, facial thread veins and other small visible blood vessels.
Depending on your concern, we may use cryotherapy to freeze the lesion or short-wave diathermy to treat it using carefully controlled heat. Every area is assessed before treatment so we can recommend the most appropriate method, and help your skin look clearer and smoother.
Clinical Assessment
Your consultation and assessment will be carried out by Kate Plowes, Clinical Director and Independent Nurse Prescriber. Kate is a member of the Primary Care Dermatology Society and the British Dermatological Nursing Group, with additional training in dermoscopy and skin surgery.
Using a dermatoscope, Kate can examine the lesion more closely and determine whether it appears suitable for treatment within the clinic. Most of the benign blemishes we see can be managed confidently and safely. On the uncommon occasion that any unusual or suspicious signs are identified, treatment will not proceed and you will be referred to your GP for further assessment.
Blemish Removal Before and After Results
Some of our after photographs were taken immediately following treatment rather than once the skin had fully healed. Redness, light crusting or scabbing is normal at this stage and forms part of the natural healing process. As healing progresses, this will shed naturally to reveal smoother skin beneath.
Choose the Right Treatment for Your Skin
The most appropriate treatment depends on the type, depth, location and colour of the blemish, as well as your individual skin tone. Whether you are concerned about a skin tag, mole, milia, xanthelasma, seborrhoeic keratosis or visible vessel, Kate will assess the area carefully and recommend the method most likely to provide a precise result while protecting the surrounding skin.
Short-Wave Diathermy
Short-wave diathermy is the treatment we use most frequently because it allows Kate to work very precisely, causing less unnecessary trauma to the surrounding skin than cryotherapy.
It is particularly suitable for blemishes that protrude from the skin, including raised skin tags, seborrhoeic keratoses and carefully selected benign moles. It may also be used to treat milia, xanthelasma, cherry angiomas and isolated facial vessels such as the occasional telangiectasia or small visible thread vein.
Where there are larger clusters of vessels or more widespread facial redness, laser or IPL treatment may provide a more appropriate and even result. Kate will guide you to the treatment best suited to what she sees in your skin.
Cryotherapy
Cryotherapy uses a precise application of nitrous oxide at an extremely low, sub-zero temperature to freeze and gradually break down the targeted tissue. It is generally reserved for suitable flat lesions or concerns that extend more deeply beneath the surface, including certain warts and verrucae.
We do not usually recommend cryotherapy for the face. It may also be unsuitable for recently tanned skin and darker skin tones because freezing can cause temporary or lasting lightening or darkening of the treated area. Your individual risk of pigmentation changes will always be considered before treatment is recommended.
Keeping You Comfortable
Small blemishes are usually treated quickly and are often very manageable. Larger or more prominent raised lesions, including suitable moles and seborrhoeic keratoses, can feel more uncomfortable, so Kate may recommend a lidocaine injection to numb the area before treatment. This will be discussed with you during your assessment.
Common Blemishes and Lesions We Treat With Diathermy & Cryotherapy
Skin Tags
Also known as acrochordons, skin tags are soft, harmless growths that hang slightly away from the skin. They are commonly found around the neck, underarms and other areas where skin or clothing creates friction.
Benign Moles
Moles, medically known as naevi, are common skin growths that may be flat, raised, flesh-coloured or pigmented.
Seborrhoeic Keratoses
Commonly known as seborrhoeic warts, these harmless, raised growths often have a waxy or “stuck-on” appearance. They are commonly found on the face, scalp, chest and back and become more frequent with age.
Milia
Often described as tiny white spots, milia are small cysts containing keratin trapped beneath the surface of the skin. They are commonly found around the eyes, cheeks and forehead.
Xanthelasma
Xanthelasma are soft, yellowish deposits that usually appear around the inner corners of the upper or lower eyelids. They are harmless but can gradually become more noticeable over time.
Cherry Angiomas
Also known as Campbell de Morgan spots or red moles, cherry angiomas are small, bright red vascular growths. They are commonly found on the chest, back and abdomen and often become more numerous with age.
Facial Thread Veins
Also known as telangiectasia, these are small, visible blood vessels commonly found around the nose, cheeks and chin. Individual vessels can often be treated precisely with short wave diathermy.
Warts & Verruca
Rough skin growths commonly found on the hands and feet. As they can sit deeper within the skin, they are usually best treated with cryotherapy.
Venous Lakes
A venous lake is a soft, blue or purple vascular spot commonly found on sun-exposed areas, particularly the lips, ears and face. They are harmless but may become more noticeable or occasionally catch and bleed.
Sebaceous Hyperplasia
Sebaceous hyperplasia is caused by enlarged oil glands and appears as small, flesh-coloured or pale-yellow bumps, often with a tiny central dip. It is most commonly found on the forehead, nose and cheeks.
Frequently Asked Questions About Blemish Removal
Which skin blemishes can you treat?
We can assess and treat many common benign skin concerns, including skin tags, seborrhoeic keratoses, milia, xanthelasma, cherry angiomas, isolated facial veins, sebaceous hyperplasia, warts, verrucae, venous lakes and suitable raised moles. Treatment depends on the type, size, depth and location of the blemish.
How do you decide which treatment is best?
Kate will examine the area and recommend either short wave diathermy or cryotherapy using nitrous oxide. Diathermy is particularly effective for raised blemishes and small, isolated blood vessels. Cryotherapy may be better suited to warts, verrucae and certain flatter lesions.
Will my mole or skin lesion be checked first?
Yes. Appropriate lesions are examined using a dermatoscope before treatment. Kate is trained in dermoscopy and skin surgery. If anything unusual or concerning is identified, treatment will not proceed and you will be advised to contact your GP for further assessment.
Is blemish removal painful?
Most treatments are quick and manageable, although you may feel heat, stinging or an intense cold sensation. For larger or more protruding lesions, a local anaesthetic injection may be recommended to keep you comfortable.
How many appointments will I need?
Many blemishes can be treated during one appointment. Some deeper, larger or persistent lesions, particularly warts and verrucae, may require more than one treatment. This will be discussed during your assessment.
What happens after treatment?
The area may look red or slightly swollen and can develop a small crust or scab while it heals. You will receive clear aftercare instructions and should avoid picking or disturbing the treated area.
Can cryotherapy be used on the face or darker skin tones?
We generally avoid cryotherapy on the face and use particular caution on tanned skin and skin of colour because it can sometimes cause lighter or darker pigmentation. When suitable, diathermy offers a more precise and targeted alternative with less effect on the surrounding skin.
Which treatment is best for facial veins and redness?
Short wave diathermy is ideal for individual facial thread veins, also known as telangiectasia, particularly around delicate areas. Larger networks of vessels or more general facial redness may be better suited to IPL, which can be found within our Laser and Light Treatments.
Which appointment should I book?
Choose a short blemish-removal appointment for one or a few small concerns. Select an extended appointment for multiple blemishes, larger lesions or when local anaesthetic may be required. For individual facial thread veins, choose Small Facial Thread Veins with Diathermy.
Ready to Book Your Blemish Removal?
Choose your appointment according to the number and size of the blemishes you would like treated. You do not need to decide between diathermy and cryotherapy. Kate will assess your skin and select the most appropriate method.
Short Appointment
20 minutes | £100
Best suited to a small number of straightforward blemishes.
Extended Appointment
40 minutes | £150
Best suited to multiple blemishes, larger lesions or areas requiring more treatment time.
Small Facial Thread Veins
20 minutes | £100
For individual facial vessels, particularly around the nose, cheeks or close to the eyes. For widespread redness or numerous vessels, please view our IPL treatments.