Advanced Cosmetic Procedures (ACP), also known as advanced electrolysis or advanced blemish removal, is a specialist treatment that removes or reduces a wide range of common, benign skin blemishes. These may include skin tags, milia, seborrheic keratoses, thread veins (telangiectasia), blood spots, warts, and other suitable lesions, as well as reducing certain benign moles.
Using a very fine probe and a controlled thermolysis/diathermy current, I employ various techniques to cauterise, reduce or remove unwanted tissue with precision while minimising unnecessary trauma to the surrounding skin.
I assess every blemish individually, as not all lesions are suitable for treatment. A thorough consultation is therefore essential before proceeding. If a blemish is unclear, has changed, or requires further assessment, I can also arrange a remote dermatology assessment via SpotCheck before considering treatment.
ACP can achieve excellent cosmetic results, often in a relatively short treatment time. Some blemishes may require more than one treatment, and although a successfully treated blemish may not return, new blemishes can develop elsewhere over time.
My approach is to treat conservatively and safely, aiming to achieve the best possible cosmetic outcome while protecting the health and integrity of your skin.
Blemishes I treat...
Electrolysis Advanced Cosmetic Procedures (ACP)
Skin Tags
Benign, soft fleshy growths found anywhere on the face or body, often where there is friction. Easily and safely removed.
A skin tag is a small, soft, harmless growth of skin that commonly develops in areas where skin rubs together, such as the neck, underarms, eyelids, under the breasts, and groin. Skin tags are usually flesh-coloured or slightly darker and can be smooth or slightly wrinkled. While skin tags are not dangerous, they can become irritated by clothing, jewellery, or shaving, or simply be a cosmetic concern.
At Parkside Electrolysis, we use electrocautery to safely and precisely remove skin tags. A small scab will form and usually drops off within 2 weeks, leaving the surrounding skin largely unaffected.
Seborrhoeic Keratosis
Seborrheic keratoses are common, harmless skin growths that often develop with age. They can vary in colour from light tan to dark brown or black and may appear flat or raised, with a waxy, rough, or "stuck-on" appearance.
These growths can occur anywhere on the face and body except the palms and soles and may become irritated by clothing or simply be a cosmetic concern. In fact, everyone will develop one of these benign growths by the age of 50, so they are not caused by the sun but by an overgrowth of epidermal cells. Many clients choose to have seborrheic keratoses removed because they catch on clothing, become irritated, or to improve the appearance of their skin.
At Parkside Electrolysis, advanced electrolysis or electrocautery can effectively reduce or remove suitable seborrheic keratoses with minimal disruption to the surrounding skin.
Sebaceous Hyperplasia
Sebaceous hyperplasia is a common, harmless enlargement of the skin's oil (sebaceous)
glands.
It appears as small, soft, flesh-coloured or yellowish bumps, often with a tiny central indentation, and is most commonly found on the forehead, cheeks, and nose. Although these lesions are harmless, many people choose to have them treated to improve their skin's appearance.
Advanced electrolysis can effectively reduce or remove suitable sebaceous hyperplasia with minimal impact on the surrounding skin.
Dermatosa Papulosa Negra (DPN)
Dermatosis papulosa nigra (DPN) is a common, harmless skin condition characterised by small, smooth, dark brown or black raised spots, most often on the face, neck, and upper chest. In fact, they resemble seborrheic keratosis, though miniaturised.
It is particularly common in people with darker skin tones and often runs in families. These lesions are not dangerous, but many people choose to have them treated for cosmetic reasons.
Advanced electrolysis can safely and effectively remove suitable dermatosis papulosa nigra lesions with minimal impact on the surrounding skin.
Age Spots
Age spots, also known as solar lentigines or sun spots, are flat, harmless areas of increased pigmentation that develop from long-term sun exposure and the natural ageing process.
They commonly appear on sun-exposed areas such as the face, hands, shoulders, chest, and arms, and range in colour from light to dark brown. Although they are not harmful, many people choose to have them treated for cosmetic reasons.
Advanced electrolysis can effectively treat age spots with minimal impact on the surrounding skin.
Remote dermatology is recommended to confirm suitability for treatment.
Milia
Milia are tiny white or cream-coloured cysts that form when keratin becomes trapped beneath the skin's surface.
They commonly occur around the eyes, cheeks, forehead, and nose and can affect people of all ages. Milia are harmless but can be persistent and difficult to remove without professional treatment.
Advanced electrolysis offers a precise and effective method for removing milia, helping to restore a smoother skin appearance.
Syringoma
Syringomas are small, harmless growths that arise from the sweat glands.
They appear as tiny, firm, flesh-coloured or yellowish bumps and are most commonly found around the eyes, although they can also occur on the cheeks, forehead, chest, or other areas of the body. Syringomas are not dangerous, but many people choose to have them treated for cosmetic reasons.
Advanced electrolysis can effectively reduce or remove syringomas with minimal impact on the surrounding skin.
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Xanthalasma
Xanthelasma are soft, yellowish cholesterol deposits that form beneath the skin, most commonly on or around the eyelids.
They are usually harmless and painless, but many people choose to have them treated for cosmetic reasons. In some cases, xanthelasma may be associated with raised cholesterol levels, so your GP may recommend further assessment if they develop for the first time or are extensive.
Advanced electrolysis can effectively treat xanthelasma with minimal impact on the surrounding skin. Multiple treatments may be necessary to completely remove larger xanthelasma.
Cambell De Morgan Spots/Cherry Angioma/Bloodspots
Campbell de Morgan spots, also known as cherry angiomas, are common, harmless clusters of tiny blood vessels that appear as small, bright red, purple, or cherry-coloured spots on the skin. They most commonly develop on the trunk, arms, and shoulders and tend to increase in number with age.
Although they are harmless, they may bleed if caught on clothing or jewellery, or be a cosmetic concern.
Advanced electrolysis can safely and effectively treat Campbell de Morgan spots using diathermy to coagulate the blood and allow the body to naturally form new capillary networks to supply the area, with minimal impact on the surrounding skin.
Spider Naevi (Spider Veins)
Spider naevi are small clusters of visible blood vessels that resemble a spider, with a central red spot and fine vessels radiating outwards.
They are commonly found on the face, neck, and upper chest. Although harmless, they can be a cosmetic concern for some people.
Advanced electrolysis can precisely treat suitable spider naevi to reduce their appearance. A consultation will determine whether your lesion is suitable for treatment.
Telengiectasia
Telangiectasia are small, permanently dilated blood vessels that appear as fine red, blue, or purple lines near the skin's surface.
They commonly occur on the nose, cheeks, chin, and legs and may develop due to genetics, sun exposure, ageing, or rosacea. Although harmless, they can affect confidence.
Advanced electrolysis can effectively treat suitable facial thread veins, helping to improve the skin's appearance.
Dot Telangiectasia
Blood spots are small, superficial vascular lesions caused by tiny blood vessels near the skin's surface.
They may appear bright red or purple and are usually harmless. Many people choose to have them treated because of their appearance or if they are prone to bleeding when caught or irritated.
Advanced electrolysis can safely and precisely treat suitable blood spots while protecting the surrounding skin.
Plane Warts
Plane warts, also known as flat warts, are small, smooth, slightly raised skin growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). They are typically flesh-coloured, pink, or light brown and most commonly appear on the face, hands, neck, and legs.
Unlike common warts, they have a flat surface and often occur in clusters. Although they are harmless, they can spread through shaving, scratching, or skin trauma. Many people choose to have them treated for cosmetic reasons.
Advanced electrolysis can effectively treat suitable plane warts with minimal impact on the surrounding skin.
Filiform Warts
Filiform warts are harmless, thread-like skin growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). They commonly develop on the face, particularly around the eyes, nose, mouth, and neck, and have a narrow, finger-like appearance.
Although usually painless, they can become irritated by shaving or friction and may be a cosmetic concern. As they are contagious, they can spread to other areas of the skin through scratching or shaving.
Advanced electrolysis can effectively treat suitable filiform warts with minimal impact on the surrounding skin.
Common Warts
Common warts are harmless skin growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). They typically appear as firm, rough, raised bumps with a cauliflower-like surface and are most commonly found on the hands, fingers, knees, and around the nails.
Common warts may contain tiny black dots, which are small blood vessels, and can vary in size. Although they are not dangerous, they are contagious and can spread through direct contact or by picking or shaving the affected area. Many people choose to have them treated because they are unsightly, uncomfortable, or persistent.
Advanced electrolysis can effectively treat these warts and, in doing so, helps the body clear the virus from the skin.
Verruca
Verruca, also known as plantar warts, are harmless skin growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). They develop on the soles of the feet and are often flattened by the pressure of walking.
Verruca typically have a rough surface and may contain tiny black dots, which are small blood vessels. They can be uncomfortable or painful when standing or walking and are contagious, spreading through direct contact or via contaminated surfaces such as swimming pools and communal changing areas. Many people choose to have them treated because of discomfort or their persistence.
Advanced electrolysis can effectively treat suitable verruca by destroying the viral tissue and encouraging the body’s immune system to kick-start and help clear the virus from the skin.
Mole Reduction
Moles, also known as naevi, are common skin growths formed by clusters of pigment-producing cells called melanocytes. They can be flat or raised and vary in colour from flesh-coloured to brown or black.
Most moles are harmless and remain stable throughout life, although some may change in size, shape, or colour over time. Any new or changing mole should be assessed by your GP or dermatologist before any cosmetic treatment is considered.
Suitable raised, benign moles may be reduced using electrocautery, a precise technique that carefully removes excess tissue while preserving as much surrounding skin as possible. Many clients choose mole reduction because of irritation from clothing or shaving, or for cosmetic reasons.
At Parkside Electrolysis, we recommend using remote dermatology before any treatment, sending medical information, photos and dermatoscope images to a dermatologist for review, with results within 48-72 hours.
Fibrous Papule
Fibrous papules are small, firm, harmless skin growths that most commonly develop on or around the nose. They are usually flesh-coloured or pink, smooth, dome-shaped, and typically measure just a few millimetres.
Fibrous papules are benign and usually remain unchanged over time, but many people choose to have them treated because of their appearance.
Advanced electrolysis can effectively reduce or remove suitable fibrous papules with minimal impact on the surrounding skin.
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Prices
We can make additional clinic days available for ACP treatments. If you can't find a suitable appointment online, please call or email us, and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.
Consultation fee, approximately 45 mins, redeemable against treatment, includes the booking fee. Aftercare product provided - £70.00
A single small blemish/lesion - £70.00
Up to 15 mins treatment - £120.00
Up to 30 mins treatment - £165.00
Mole treatment from £150.00