Dye-VL Pigmentation Treatment
What Is Dye VL and How Does It Work?
Dye VL is an advanced IPL technology that uses precise wavelengths of light to target both pigmentation and vascular concerns in the skin. For pigmented concerns, the light is absorbed by melanin in sun spots, age spots, freckles, and areas of uneven tone, breaking down the pigment so the body can clear it naturally. For vascular concerns, the light targets haemoglobin within the blood vessels, causing them to collapse and gradually be reabsorbed without damaging the surrounding skin.
It is a highly controlled treatment that lets us focus on specific concerns with accuracy. Whether your skin is dealing with years of sun damage or persistent redness from rosacea, Dye VL gets to work on what is actually causing the issue rather than just managing the surface.
Is Dye VL the Right Choice for You?
Dye VL tends to work particularly well on fair to medium skin tones, and it is suitable for a range of concerns including sun spots, age spots, freckles, uneven tone, rosacea, thread veins, and broken capillaries. Before any treatment we will sit down with you, look at your skin properly, and make sure this is genuinely the right approach for what you want to address.
Most clients see real improvement after two to three sessions spaced four to six weeks apart, though we will always give you an honest assessment of what to expect based on your specific concerns. Some areas of pigmentation get darker and crust before they shed, which is a normal part of the process. We will walk you through exactly what to expect so nothing surprises you. Many clients find occasional top-up sessions keep their skin consistently clear and calm long term.

Here is why clients choose Dye VL for their pigmentation and vascular concerns.

What skin concerns can Dye VL treat?
Dye VL is used for pigmentation including sun spots, age spots, and freckles, as well as vascular concerns like rosacea, thread veins, and broken capillaries. It works on both in one treatment.
Is the treatment uncomfortable?
Most clients feel a warm snapping sensation during treatment, which is brief and very manageable. We take every step to keep you comfortable throughout.
How many sessions will I need?
Most clients do well with two to three sessions spaced four to six weeks apart. We will discuss a personalised plan at your consultation based on what your skin needs.
Is there any downtime after Dye VL?
Downtime is minimal. Some clients have temporary redness or mild swelling that settles within hours. Pigmented areas may darken and form a light crust before shedding within about a week, which is part of the process.

