TL;DR
- Bruise laser can shorten the bruising healing period from a few weeks to a few days
- It is suitable for all types of bruises, including facial bruising from injectables and injuries
- Quick procedure with no downtime
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Bruising remains an inevitable side effect following many aesthetic treatments, especially injectables. Thankfully, there’s a way to speed up the healing process and get back to your routine without waiting days for bruises to fade.
Introducing: The Bruise Laser
Our Bruise Laser is a quick and convenient way to treat bruising, helping you get back to your day without the hassle of prolonged healing time.
Using a Nd:YAG Laser, we target the haemoglobin in the blood trapped beneath the skin. The wavelength of this laser is absorbed by the red blood cells, causing them to break down faster. This treatment can reduce the typical healing time for a bruise from over a week to just a few days.
Fast bruise removal can be a lifesaver, especially if you’ve got commitments like meetings, presentations, or weddings coming up.
And it’s not just cosmetic bruises from injectables that the Bruise Laser can treat—bruises from accidents, falls, or sports can also be addressed with Bruise Laser treatment. It is also suitable for distressing facial injuries.
Bruise Laser: How It Works and What To Expect
The Bruise Laser emits a particular wavelength of light absorbed by the red blood cells in the bruise. This breaks down the blood cells more quickly, allowing the body to reabsorb them at an accelerated rate.
The bruising will fade noticeably after just one session, though more severe cases may require multiple treatments.
How soon bruise laser treatment can be done depends on the nature of the bruise:
- Superficial bruise from aesethetic procedures: Same day of procedure
- Surgical bruise: 3 days after surgery
Depending on the severity of the bruise, multiple sessions may be necessary, especially if the bruise is deep under the skin. In these cases, it may take longer to resolve. We recommend doing the procedure every 2 days until the bruise resolves.
Our Bruise Laser can treat bruises resulting from the following procedures:
Lasers:
- Medlite, Revlite, Tri-Beam, Q-switched Nd
- Fraxel
- Erbium
- Picosure, Picoway, Enlighten, Pico +4
- Spectra, Spectra XT
- Fotona, Smartlipo
Injectables:
- Botox
- Fillers (all types)
- Mesotherapy
- Kybella
- Microneedle Dermaroller
Fat Freezing:
- Coolsculpting
- Z-lipo
- And other fat-freezing procedures
Surgery:
- Double Eyelid Surgery
- Eyebag Surgery
- Facelifts & Browlifts
- Nose Jobs, Otoplasty, Lip-plasty
- Chin implants
- Thread lifts (nose, face, etc.)
- Breast implants
- Liposuction
How Many Treatment Sessions Do I Need?
Most people only need one or two treatments for significant results, but additional sessions may be required in cases of severe bruising. The laser works fastest on bruises directly beneath the skin, so deeper bruises may take a little longer to treat.
Can The Bruise Laser Treat Bruises From Everyday Injuries?
Yes, the Bruise Laser isn’t just for bruises from aesthetic treatments—it can be used for any bruise, whether it’s from an accident, sports injury, or a slip and fall. It can also be done on any part of the body.
What Causes Bruising After Fillers and Injectables?
A bruise (ecchymosis) is a reddish or bluish skin discolouration caused by ruptured blood vessels.
- Our blood flows through blood vessels known as arteries and veins.
- Blood leaks into the surrounding tissue when blood vessels rupture (e.g., due to a needle, local trauma, or even lasers).
- The blood cells get trapped under the skin, forming a purplish discolouration we recognise as a bruise.
How Long Does Bruising Last After Fillers?
Bruising after fillers typically lasts between three to seven days, but in some cases, it can linger for up to two weeks. For patients with particularly thin or fragile skin or older individuals, bruises may persist for longer.
It’s worth noting that about one-third of patients who undergo dermal fillers experience some degree of bruising.
Frequently Asked Questions
Arnica, a natural anti-inflammatory cream, is often applied topically to help the body reabsorb trapped blood cells faster, speeding up the healing process.
You can also try ointments like Zambuk, which can soothe bruised areas. However, while these remedies may help, results can vary, and for faster recovery, you might still want to consider Bruise Laser treatment.
Yes, it’s normal to bruise after dissolving fillers. The dissolving process typically involves using a needle that can cause bruising—Bruising should clear up within a week or two.
Ice packs are helpful immediately after your treatment to minimise swelling and reduce the likelihood of bruising. Combining ice packs with laser bruise removal can significantly shorten healing time.
Yes, bruising after lip fillers is very common. The lips are highly vascular, meaning they have many tiny blood vessels, making them particularly prone to bruising. Bruises from lip fillers generally heal within a week, but you can speed up the process with Bruise Laser treatment.
While you can’t always prevent bruising after fillers, you can take a few steps to reduce the chances, such as:
- Avoiding blood-thinning medicines like aspirin and Ibuprofen
- Using ice packs
- Applying Arnica topically
- Avoiding strenuous exercises and the sauna 48 hours after treatment
- Sleeping with your head elevated
The procedure can be done immediately or three days after your procedure, depending on your doctor’s assessment.
Most bruises require one to two sessions, but more severe bruises may need additional treatments.
Yes, almost all bruises respond to the Bruise Laser.
Yes, you may even want to opt for a slightly darker concealer shade as using a lighter shade can make the bruise look more prominent.
