Vascular Laser - Vbeam Perfecta
At Barkers Road Dermatology, we pride ourselves on offering treatments that combine advanced technology with specialist care. Vbeam perfecta is a highly effective laser system designed to target redness in the skin, helping patients with a range of conditions from birthmarks to rosacea.
What is Vbeam?
The Candela Vbeam is a pulsed-dye laser (PDL) designed to address visible redness and vascular changes in the skin. It produces a yellow-light wavelength using a specialised dye source, which is naturally drawn to the pigment inside your red blood cells, called haemoglobin. This allows the laser to selectively target vessels that contribute to flushing, rosacea-related redness, broken capillaries, and vascular birthmarks, while aiming to minimise impact on the surrounding tissue.
How does it work?
The Vbeam laser delivers short pulses of 595-nanometre (nm) light into the skin, targeting the red pigment inside the blood vessels. As the light converts to heat, it produces a controlled thermal response, causing the vessel to collapse and gradually clear through the body’s natural processes. Before each pulse, Dynamic Cooling technology sprays a cryogen to help protect the skin’s surface. Your clinician will adjust the energy levels and pulse duration based on your skin condition and the pattern of visible vessels.
What does treatment involve?
First, you’ll have a consultation with an experienced cosmetic nurse to understand your skin, assess the pattern of visible vessels, and determine whether Vbeam is the right treatment for you.
Depending on what we are treating, anywhere from 1-5 treatments will be required, separated by 4-6 weeks.
Each session is 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the area.
Protective eyewear will be provided.
You may feel a brief warmth or light snap with each pulse.
Redness or swelling can follow and usually subsides within hours to a few days.
Cooling measures are applied during treatment to protect the skin.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Capillaries treated with Vbeam typically begin to fade gradually over several days to a few weeks. The timeline varies depending on individual skin behaviour. Some vessels may darken temporarily before clearing as the body processes them. Depending on the size and depth of the vessels, more than one session may be recommended. Your clinician will assess your vascular pattern and discuss an expected timeframe during your consultation.
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Yes, mild to moderate and in some cases severe swelling, especially around the cheeks and under-eye area, can occur and usually settles within 24 hours. This will vary from person to person and will depend on the treatment area and strength.
Occasionally, targeted vessels may darken or bruise following treatment, particularly when higher vascular-focused settings are used. These changes typically settle within several days to two weeks as the vessels resolve. Your clinician will let you know if this is likely based on your treatment settings.
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Recovery time varies depending on the settings used and the vessels being treated. Most people experience temporary redness or swelling that settles within 24 to 48 hours, and in some cases, longer. This will vary between individuals. In some cases, small areas may appear darker or mildly bruised before clearing as the vessel resolves. Your clinician will guide you based on your treatment settings and expected recovery timeline.
If you have any further questions or would like to book a complimentary consultation with our cosmetic nurse, contact us today!
