Candela Vbeam Laser

The Candela Vbeam pulsed dye laser is used at Harley Street Injectables to treat persistent redness, veins and other vascular‑type marks that don’t respond well to creams alone.

VBeam Laser is often chosen by people with rosacea, thread veins or post‑ who want a clearer, calmer-looking major .

The Science Behind Candela Vbeam Laser

Vbeam is a pulsed dye laser set at 595 nm, a wavelength that is strongly taken up by in blood . When the light energy is absorbed, the vessel heats up and is in a controlled way so the body can gradually break it down and absorb it, which reduces over time.

To make treatment more comfortable, the handpiece uses Device (DCD) that sprays a short burst of cooling mist on the skin before each pulse. This helps the surface, lowers the risk of side and lets the practitioner use effective settings while keeping the skin as as .

TREATMENT mins

PAIN LEVEL1/5

DOWNTIMEMinimal

SESSIONS NEEDEDResults from 1 session

PRICESStarts from £450

YOUR Journey to Enhanced Skin

Vbeam Perfecta works on the of selective photothermolysis, meaning the laser energy is aimed mainly at blood inside vessels rather than the tissue. As the treated vessels are gradually away over the following weeks, and marks usually fade, with many patients noticing a change within a week or two of .

Because the laser fires in short pulses and is paired with cooling, most are described as a series of quick stings or snaps and only temporary or afterwards. This makes it easier to fit around normal daily plans.

Benefits of VBEAM LASER

Effective Treatment for & Vascular Concerns

Vbeam can be used on rosacea‑ redness, broken capillaries, spider veins and some red scars or by treating the that cause the colour.

Minimal Discomfort & Downtime

and careful choice of settings keep most tolerable, and recovery is to short‑lived redness, mild swelling or .

Quick & Visible

Improvements can often be seen after a single session, with further clearing as the body continues to remove vessels over a short series of treatments.

EXPERT CARE BY OUR MEDICAL TEAM

At Harley Street Injectables, Vbeam is by a medically led team experienced in treating redness‑prone and sensitive skin with vascular lasers. Settings and treatment plans are to your skin tone, the type of redness or veins being treated and how or intensive you want to be.

PREPARATION AND AFTERCARE

To for your VBeam Laser Treatment, please avoid sun and for at least 2-4 weeks prior. retinol and harsh active skincare products 3-5 days before and avoid medications to minimise . Ensure that your skin is free from active skincare, cold sores, or open wounds. After your treatment, apply SPF 50+ daily, use gentle skincare and avoid hot showers steam and saunas for hours. If needed, cold compresses can help to reduce swelling. For the best results, follow all by our medical team.

FAQs

Yes! The Vbeam Laser is FDA-approved and safe for most skin types, particularly fair to medium skin tones (Fitzpatrick I-III). While it is to treat vascular conditions, it is gentle enough for sensitive skin. However, darker skin tones ( IV-VI) may require a consultation to assess suitability and avoid risks of .

Most patients describe the as a mild or feeling, similar to a rubber band flick on the skin. Thanks to the Cooling Device (DCD), which sprays a mist before each laser pulse, discomfort is minimized. If you have skin, we can apply a topical cream before treatment for added .

The treatment duration depends on the area being treated:

Small areas (broken capillaries, cherry angiomas) – minutes

Full face (rosacea, redness, acne scarring) – minutes

Larger areas (neck, chest, or body veins) – minutes

The number of sessions varies on the condition:

Mild or capillaries – 1-2 sessions

& redness – 3-5 sessions

(PIE) from fagron dna Acne testing – 1-3 sessions

Spider veins or port-wine stains – Multiple sessions

Each session is typically spaced 4-6 weeks apart for .

Vbeam is a low-risk, treatment, but some mild side effects can occur, including:

Redness & swelling – Common and resolves within a few hours to a few days

Purpura (temporary bruising) – May occur in some cases, lasting 3-7 days

Mild skin sensitivity – skin may feel warm for a few hours

These effects are temporary and that the laser is effectively targeting blood vessels.

Yes! If there is no purpura (bruising), you can wear makeup the next day. However, we recommend using a gentle, mineral makeup and avoiding harsh exfoliants or active ingredients (retinol, AHAs, BHAs) for at least 3-5 days .

Results vary depending on the treated. Many see immediate improvement, but full appear gradually over 4-6 weeksas the body clears the blood .

For and redness, multiple sessions cumulative benefits, reducing flare-ups and redness over time.

Yes! Vbeam reduces acne-related redness and inflammation, making it an excellent treatment for:

Cystic acne ( swelling and redness)

erythema (PIE) (fades red marks)

the healing process after breakouts

For severe acne, we often combine Vbeam with other treatments, such as LED light therapy, medical-grade skincare, and peels.

Absolutely! While most Vbeam treatments are for facial redness, it is also effective for:

Neck & chest redness (sun damage, broken capillaries)

Leg veins & spider veins

Red scars on the body

Cherry angiomas (red spots)

Vbeam is a minimal treatment. Most people experience mild or swelling that subsides within a few hours to 48 hours. If purpura (bruising) occurs, it fades within 3-7 days.

Most patients return to normal activities immediately, making Vbeam a perfect treatment!

WHY CHOOSE

HARLEY STREET INJECTABLES?

We use the cutting-edge Candela VBeam laser system to ensure and precise treatments.

Each treatment is customised to meet your skin health goals.

As a CQC registered medical clinic, we adhere to the standards of safety and assurance.

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