IPL Laser Treatments

The Excel V is a medical-grade laser system that treats vascular concerns, redness, and pigmentation using two precise wavelengths—532 nm and 1064 nm. It targets unwanted blood vessels and pigmented lesions safely and effectively.

Excel V can improve a wide range of vascular and pigment issues, including:

• Facial redness & flushing
• Rosacea
• Broken capillaries (telangiectasia)
• Spider veins
• Port-wine stains
• Cherry angiomas
• Pigmented spots (sun spots, freckles, age spots)
• Poikiloderma (sun-damaged neck/chest)
• Acne scarring & post-inflammatory redness

Excel V delivers highly targeted laser energy into the skin, which is absorbed by:

• Blood vessels (haemoglobin)
• Pigmented lesions (melanin)

This controlled heating causes the vessel or pigment to collapse or break down, after which the body naturally clears it. The system also stimulates collagen production, improving overall skin tone and texture.

Common treatment areas include: face, nose and cheeks, neck and chest, legs, hands, shoulders, and anywhere with redness, vessels, or pigmentation.

Most patients describe the sensation as a quick, warm snap or pulse of heat. Excel V features sapphire contact cooling, which helps keep the skin comfortable throughout the treatment.

This varies depending on the concern:

• Small vessels or single concern: 1–2 treatments
• Rosacea or diffuse redness: 3–4 treatments
• Leg veins: 2–3 treatments

Downtime is usually minimal. You may experience:

• Temporary redness
• Mild swelling
• Darkening of treated pigment (lifting over 7–14 days)
• Slight bruising (rare)

Most patients return to normal activities immediately.

Many patients see improvement after the first session, especially for vessels and pigmentation. Results continue to improve over 4–12 weeks as the treated vessels fade and collagen forms.

Excel V is safe for many skin types, including lighter to medium skin tones. Skin type will be evaluated prior to treatment to ensure safe, effective settings for your complexion.

You may not be suitable if you:

• Are pregnant
• Have a recent tan (sun or fake tan)
• Are on photosensitising medications
• Have active infection or dermatitis in the area
• Have very dark skin types (risk of pigmentation changes)

Before Excel V:

• Avoid sun exposure/tanning for 4 weeks
• Avoid retinoids or acids for 3–5 days
• Stop waxing or plucking the treatment area
• Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin

After treatment:

• Avoid sun exposure and use SPF 50
• Avoid saunas, hot showers, and strenuous exercise for 24 hours
• Use gentle skincare for a few days
• Allow pigmentation to darken and naturally exfoliate — do not pick or scrub

Excel V uses true laser wavelengths for highly targeted treatment of specific vessels and pigments. IPL uses broad-spectrum light that spreads across multiple chromophores, ideal for general skin brightening.

Excel V is more precise and powerful for stubborn vessels, redness, and pigmentation.

Costs vary, but typical New Zealand pricing is:

• Small area: $150–$250
• Full face: $350–$550
• Neck or chest: $250–$450
• Leg veins: from $300

Packages and multi-session discounts are often available.