Plasma Pen Treatment

Selected small-area treatments

 

Plasma pen treatment is now a limited treatment at Angel Aesthetics.

As results are influenced significantly by individual healing and adherence to aftercare, I have reduced the areas I offer to selected, smaller concerns where I feel the treatment can be most appropriately considered.

Currently, this includes:

• Small, simple skin tags
• Selected upper eyelid tightening

Treatment is not suitable for everyone, and suitability will always be assessed before proceeding.

What is plasma pen treatment?

“Plasma Pen” is a brand name used for devices that deliver plasma energy to the skin. The device creates a controlled effect at the skin surface, resulting in small points of treatment across the selected area. This produces a localised skin healing response. As the skin heals the treated area may gradually appear tighter and smoother.

Small crusts or darkened treatment points are expected following treatment and will naturally shed during the healing process.

What results can I expect?

Results are not immediate and there will be longer downtime in comparison to our other treatments. Although the surface of the skin may appear healed within approximately two weeks, the deeper healing and remodelling process takes considerably longer.

Visible improvement may take 12 weeks or more, and individual results vary.

The outcome depends on factors including:

• The area treated
• Individual skin characteristics
• Age and general health
• The extent of the concern being treated
• Individual healing response
• How closely the recommended aftercare is followed

Results cannot be guaranteed.

More than one treatment may sometimes be required although this will depend on your individual response and treatment goals.

Aftercare is essential

Appropriate aftercare is a particularly important part of plasma pen treatment.

The skin may look relatively well healed on the surface before the underlying healing process is complete. For this reason following the recommended aftercare throughout the healing period is essential.

You will be given detailed instructions following treatment including advice about:

• Keeping the treated area clean
• Avoiding picking or removing crusts
• Protecting the area from sunlight
• Skincare products to avoid during healing
• When normal skincare can be gradually reintroduced

I may also recommend preparing the skin before treatment where appropriate.

If you are unable to follow the recommended aftercare this treatment may not be suitable for you.

What can I expect immediately after treatment?

The treated area may become:

• Red
• Swollen
• Tight
• Sensitive
• Itchy
• Bruised
• Dry or peeling

Small crusts will develop at the treatment points and should be allowed to heal naturally.

The appearance during the healing period can therefore be quite different from the eventual result.

You should not pick, scratch or try to remove the crusts.

Possible risks and complications

As with any procedure that deliberately affects the skin, plasma pen treatment carries risks.

Possible complications include:

• Prolonged redness or sensitivity
• Swelling
• Changes in skin pigmentation, including hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation
• Infection
• Delayed healing
• Scarring
• Prolonged discomfort
• Cold sore reactivation in susceptible individuals
• Eye injury when treating areas around the eyes

Your individual risks will be discussed during your consultation.

If I don't feel the treatment is appropriate or that the potential risks outweigh the likely benefits, I will advise you not to proceed.

Treatment around the eyes

Upper eyelid treatment requires particular care because of the proximity of the eye.

Not everyone is suitable for treatment in this area and a thorough assessment will be undertaken before treatment.

If there are any concerns about the safety or suitability of treatment around your eyes, treatment will not proceed.

Follow-up and concerns

A follow-up appointment will be arranged as appropriate to assess healing and the developing result.

If you have any concerns following treatment, please contact me promptly.

Any unexpected or significant symptoms will be assessed and, where necessary, appropriate further medical or specialist advice will be arranged.

Your consultation

A consultation is required before treatment. We'll discuss your concerns, medical history, medications, previous treatments and expectations, and assess whether plasma pen treatment is appropriate for you.

In some circumstances additional medical information or a letter from your GP may be required before treatment can be considered.

There is no obligation to proceed following your consultation.

 

Current availability

Plasma pen treatment is offered only on selected dates and for specific small areas. The next planned plasma pen clinic is October 2026.

Availability is limited and treatment suitability must be confirmed before a treatment appointment can be booked.

If you'd like to find out whether your concern may be suitable, please get in touch.