What are Moles and what causes them?
Moles are simply a collection of skin cells, blood vessels and sometimes pigment (colour) cells gathered together, and the average person will have around twenty to thirty of them.
They vary in size and colour and are a form of pigmented neavi. Moles can be black, brown, even slightly blue and can often have terminal hairs due to the vascular supply. Most moles are best left alone, however if they appear on a noticeable area and are affecting confidence or causing distress then it may be best to have it treated.
Before treatment you need to visit you GP to check that any moles to be removed are stable (benign). You should explain to your GP that you are looking to have your moles reduced by Electrolysis and that they need to be checked and confirmed to be benign prior to treatment. Your GP may assess them or may refer you to a Dermatologist (Medical letter is required from GP).
How are Moles removed?
Moles respond effectively to Thermolysis where heat energy is applied to the mole's surface to seal off its blood supply, visibly reducing its appearance and often lightening pigmented moles. The initial treatment can reduce the mole's size by up to three-quarters, with subsequent treatments smoothing it to be flush with the skin.
After treatment, the mole's surface may initially appear white, accompanied by warmth, slight reddening, or swelling of the surrounding skin. Itchiness and tightness may occur due to histamine reactions, followed by scab formation that should be left to naturally heal.
Achieving an exact match in skin colour with the surrounding area cannot be guaranteed, especially if the mole is significantly darker. It typically takes several weeks after the scab falls away for colour fading and blending to complete, revealing the final results. Multiple treatments, usually 2-3, may be necessary depending on the mole's size.
Please contact us on 028 9074 2659 or email info@geraldinemcguigan.com to book your blemish removal consultation.
Please inform us at the time of booking if you are currently taking any medication or if you are receiving medical treatment as some treatments may not be suitable for you and or may require your doctor’s consent.