Tixel Facial & Eye Rejuvenation

Tixel can be used to treat a number of skin concerns, including:

• Acne scars

• Lines and wrinkles

• Stretch marks

• Sagging skin (including eyebags or sagging eyelids)

• Uneven pigmentation, skin discolouration or melasma

• Rosacea

• Age spots

Tixel can also be used to generally tighten and rejuvenate the skin.

As Tixel produces microscopic channels in the skin for up to 6 hours after treatment it is great for the delivery of anti-aging products, lightening and brightening agents, peptides and growth factors, wound healing enzymes and others.

Sun avoidance for one to two weeks prior to your treatment is suggested. Avoid irritating skin care products in the days leading up to your laser. If you are prone to cold sores you should discuss this with your treating doctor and nurses.

On the day of treatment we recommend you come in with a clean face free from sunscreen and make-up.

Firstly, HCDL nursing staff will undertake your pre-treatment assessment and provide you with all the information and after care resources. You will have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the procedure or recovery period.

After the treatment is completed LED light therapy is administered for around 15 minutes which is totally painless. This is performed to enhance healing and improve outcomes. You are able to drive yourself home after the treatment.

There may be a feeling of heat, similar to sunburn, during the treatment. Most patients find it mildly uncomfortable but tolerable.

The downtime following the procedure is usually a 1-3 days depending upon your skin type.

Your skin may feel sensitive and warm for a few days after treatment as if you’ve been in the sun. Mild swelling and redness are common for 2-3 days after treatment. 

After this, your skin may begin to experience a mild peel.

There are a number of advantages of the Tixel treatment. These include:

• Minimal pain and discomfort

• Minimal downtime

• It can be done safely on a number of body parts, including face, neck, chest and back of hands

• It does not use any lasers or lights, so can be performed safely around the eye area

• All skin types can be treated

• The settings are adjustable in terms of the depth and length of penetration into the skin so that treatments can be tailored for each patient

• Improved skin texture and reduced pore size

HCDL nurses will discuss your after care in detail on the day of your procedure and provide you with clear written individualised instructions.  HCDL nursing team are highly trained and directly supervised by Specialist Dermatologists.

At HCDL we utilise LED light therapy immediately after therapy to enhance the clinical outcomes and promote faster recovery. LED light therapy can be continued every 24-48 hours until the skin is completely healed.

Dermatologists are the recognised experts in all conditions and treatments relating to the skin. Dermatologists have extensive knowledge of the conditions that affect the skin, facial skin histology, anatomy and wound healing. These types of procedures should only be performed by experts in the area of skin to achieve the best and safest outcomes.

The cost to have this procedure performed ranges depending on the size of area treated and the depth of treatment. Due to the nature of this procedure you need to have a consultation with our Dermal Therapist or Laser Nurse prior who will discuss if the procedure is right for you and the costs involved. We offer telehealth appointments for patients who do not reside in the local Newcastle area wish wish to undergo treatments at HCDL.