Diathermy

Following your Diathermy treatment, it is important to care for the treated area correctly to promote healing, reduce the risk of infection and achieve the best possible cosmetic result. It is normal to experience some temporary side effects following treatment, including: * Mild redness around the treated area. * Slight swelling. * A feeling of warmth or tenderness. * Formation of a small scab or crust. * Temporary dryness or tightness. * Mild sensitivity. These reactions are expected and usually settle over the following 7–14 days, depending on the size and location of the treated area. To protect the treated area and support healing: * Keep the area clean and dry for the first 24 hours. * Avoid touching, rubbing or scratching the treated area. * Allow any scab or crust to form naturally. * Follow any aftercare advice or products recommended by your practitioner. For the first 24–48 hours: * Avoid direct sun exposure. * Avoid hot baths, hot showers, saunas, steam rooms and hot tubs. * Avoid vigorous exercise or activities that cause excessive sweating if treating the face or body. * Avoid swimming pools and chlorinated water. * Avoid applying makeup to the treated area for 24 hours, where possible. Until the area has fully healed: *Do not pick or remove any scabs, as this may increase the risk of scarring or pigmentation changes. * Avoid retinol, retinoids, AHAs, BHAs, glycolic acid, salicylic acid and exfoliating products on the treated area. * Avoid waxing, threading or other treatments directly over the healing skin. * Continue using a gentle cleanser and moisturiser if appropriate. * Apply a broad-spectrum SPF 30–50 daily if the treated area is exposed to daylight. Diathermy is an effective treatment for a range of benign skin concerns, including thread veins, skin tags, cherry angiomas, milia and sebaceous hyperplasia. While many lesions can be successfully treated in a single session, some may require additional treatments depending on their size, depth and location. To achieve the best possible results: * Follow all aftercare advice carefully. * Allow the treated area to heal naturally. * Protect your skin from excessive sun exposure. * Attend any recommended review appointments. Please contact Body Perfection Clinic if you have any concerns about your healing or experience: * Severe or worsening redness lasting longer than 72 hours. * Excessive swelling or increasing pain. * Persistent bleeding. * Delayed healing. * Any unexpected or concerning reaction following your treatment. If you think you have developed an infection (such as increasing redness, excessive heat, pus, discharge or fever), or you feel generally unwell, please seek immediate medical advice from your GP, NHS 111 or your nearest emergency department if your symptoms are severe. Your practitioner will be happy to advise you and arrange a review appointment if required.

To ensure your Diathermy treatment is as safe and effective as possible, please follow the advice below before your appointment. * Avoid direct sun exposure, sunbeds and self-tanning products for at least 2 weeks before your treatment. Recently tanned skin is more susceptible to irritation and pigmentation changes. * Apply a broad-spectrum SPF 30–50 daily if the treatment area is exposed to sunlight. * Avoid using retinol, retinoids, AHAs, BHAs, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, vitamin C serums and exfoliating products on the treatment area for 5–7 days before treatment. * Avoid chemical peels, microneedling, laser treatments or IPL on the treatment area for at least 2 weeks before your appointment. * Do not wax, thread, shave or use depilatory creams on the treatment area for 5–7 days before treatment if this may irritate the skin. * Arrive with the treatment area clean and free from makeup, moisturisers, oils, deodorants, perfumes or fake tan. * Inform your practitioner if you are taking blood-thinning medication, have a pacemaker, metal implants near the treatment area or any implanted electronic medical device, as this may affect your suitability for treatment. * Please inform your practitioner of any changes to your medical history, medications, allergies or recent skin treatments before your appointment. * If you have an active skin infection, cold sore, eczema flare-up, dermatitis, open wound, sunburn or irritated skin within the treatment area, please contact the clinic as your treatment may need to be postponed. * Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the treatment area. During your consultation, your practitioner will assess the area to be treated, discuss your concerns and confirm your suitability for Diathermy. A personalised treatment plan will then be created to safely and effectively treat your skin concern while achieving the best possible cosmetic outcome.

We offer two consultation options: £25 Face-to-Face Consultation – Includes an assessment of the area to be treated, a discussion of your concerns and a personalised Diathermy treatment plan tailored to your individual needs. FREE Telephone Consultation – Ideal if you'd like to discuss your concerns, learn more about Diathermy and ask any initial questions before booking. If you decide to proceed with treatment, we'll recommend the most suitable consultation option based on your individual skin concern, the area being treated and your medical history.

A consultation is an essential part of your Diathermy treatment and is required before your first appointment. During your consultation, your practitioner will assess the area you would like treated, discuss your concerns and determine whether Diathermy is the most suitable treatment for you. We will review your: Medical history and current medications. Skin type and current skin condition. The lesion or concern you would like treated. Previous skin and aesthetic treatments. Treatment goals and expectations. Your practitioner will explain how Diathermy works, discuss the expected results, outline any potential risks and answer any questions you may have. This ensures your treatment is tailored to your individual needs and carried out safely to achieve the best possible results. For your appointment, we recommend wearing comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the treatment area and arriving with clean skin, free from makeup, moisturisers or fake tan where possible. This allows your practitioner to carry out a thorough assessment and, where appropriate, proceed with treatment on the same day. Every client is unique, which is why we create a personalised treatment plan based on your individual concerns. Whether you're looking to treat skin tags, thread veins, cherry angiomas, milia, sebaceous hyperplasia or other suitable benign skin lesions, your Diathermy treatment will be tailored to help you achieve the safest and most effective results

Treatment is not suitable for clients with: Pregnancy or breastfeeding, active cancer or those currently undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy, cardiac pacemakers or implanted electrical devices, uncontrolled diabetes, autoimmune disorders, blood clotting disorders, immunosuppression, history of keloid scarring or abnormal wound healing, epilepsy (unless medically cleared). Treatment is not suitable for clients with: Active bacterial, viral or fungal skin infections, active herpes simplex (cold sores) within the treatment area, open wounds, cuts or abrasions, active eczema, psoriasis or dermatitis flare-ups, sunburn or recently tanned skin, inflamed or irritated skin within the treatment area, suspicious pigmented lesions or skin abnormalities that have not been medically assessed, recent skin surgery that has not fully healed. Treatment is not suitable for clients with: Blood-thinning medication where treatment is considered unsafe, photosensitising medications, recent steroid therapy, known allergies or sensitivities to topical anaesthetics or aftercare products (where applicable). Treatment should be postponed if: Chemical peels, microneedling or laser treatments have recently been performed in the treatment area, there has been excessive sun exposure or recent tanning, fake tan has been applied within the previous 2 weeks, there is active inflammation or irritation within the treatment area, the client is feeling unwell or has a fever. Treatment may not be suitable for clients who: Have unrealistic expectations regarding treatment outcomes, how signs consistent with Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), are unable or unwilling to follow post-treatment aftercare advice.

For your Diathermy appointment, we recommend wearing comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows easy access to the treatment area. If treatment is being performed on the face, neck or chest, a loose top with a wide neckline or buttons is ideal to minimise friction afterwards. For body treatments, wear soft, breathable clothing that can be easily adjusted while maintaining your comfort and privacy. Avoid tight clothing, high collars or rough fabrics that may rub against the treated area following treatment. Please arrive with clean skin free from makeup, fake tan, moisturisers and perfumes where possible. Depending on the area being treated, slight redness or sensitivity may occur afterwards, so loose clothing is recommended to help keep the skin comfortable. Your comfort and privacy are always our priority, and disposable headbands, towels and gowns are provided when required. Most clients are able to return to normal activities immediately following treatment.

Possibly. The treated area may appear red or develop a small crust or scab before healing and revealing the final result.

Many small skin tags can be treated very quickly, but treatment time depends on the size, location and number of lesions being treated.

Some clients notice a slight smell during treatment, particularly when treating skin tags or small lesions. This is completely normal and simply part of the treatment process.

Diathermy can successfully treat visible thread veins, but it cannot prevent new veins from developing in the future due to genetics, ageing or lifestyle factors.

Diathermy creates a controlled treatment response within the targeted tissue, but the aim is to achieve excellent cosmetic results with minimal impact on the surrounding skin. A small scab may form as part of the healing process.

No. Diathermy uses a very small, controlled electrical current to treat the targeted area safely. The treatment is carefully delivered by a trained practitioner and is not the same as an electric shock.

Scarring is uncommon when diathermy is performed correctly and aftercare advice is followed. The treatment is highly precise, helping to minimise trauma to the surrounding skin while achieving effective results.

Yes. Diathermy is considered a safe and effective treatment when performed by a trained practitioner. A consultation is always completed beforehand to ensure the treatment is appropriate for your skin concern.

Downtime is usually minimal. The treated area may appear slightly red, swollen or form a small crust or scab as part of the normal healing process. This typically resolves over the following days or weeks.

Results vary depending on the condition being treated, but many clients notice a significant improvement or complete removal of the treated lesion once the skin has healed.

Many lesions can be successfully treated in a single session. However, larger, deeper or multiple lesions may require additional treatments to achieve the best results.

Treatment time varies depending on the size and number of lesions being treated. Most appointments take between 15 and 45 minutes.

Diathermy can be used on many areas of the face and body, including the cheeks, nose, chin, neck, chest and other areas affected by small vascular lesions or skin imperfections.

Most clients find diathermy very tolerable. You may experience a brief stinging, warming or prickling sensation during treatment, but the procedure is quick and discomfort is usually minimal.

Diathermy can be used to treat: Thread veins (telangiectasia) Spider naevi Cherry angiomas Skin tags Milia Blood spots Small vascular lesions Certain benign skin imperfections

Diathermy works by delivering a small electrical current through a fine probe. The heat generated targets unwanted tissue or blood vessels, causing them to coagulate, shrink or break down naturally while minimising damage to the surrounding skin.

Diathermy is a treatment that uses a controlled high-frequency electrical current to generate heat within targeted tissue. It is commonly used to remove thread veins, cherry angiomas, skin tags, milia and other minor skin imperfections.