Electro Coagulation

Electro-coagulation is a treatment in which our skin therapist uses a fine needle that delivers a controlled electrical current to a specific skin blemish. The heat generated coagulates the tissue of the spot so it dries out and falls off as a small scab. The technique is precise: only the treated spot is affected, the surrounding skin remains intact. It is a fast and effective method for removing small unwanted skin changes.

Electro-coagulation is suitable for a wide range of small skin blemishes: fibromas (skin tags), milia, couperose vessels and small facial capillaries, pigmentation spots, seborrhoeic keratoses (age spots), small warts, sebaceous cysts and other benign skin changes. Our skin therapist assesses during the intake whether the blemish is suitable for coagulation and whether a GP referral is needed.

Yes, the treated skin blemishes are permanently removed. The coagulated skin cells die off and the tissue heals without the spot returning. New skin blemishes in other locations may, however, develop over the years depending on genetic predisposition, age and skincare habits. Coagulation removes what is present but does not prevent new blemishes from developing elsewhere.

Electro-coagulation is a brief procedure and the sensation per spot lasts only a fraction of a second. Most clients describe it as a light, sharp prick or a brief burning sensation. Our skin therapist can optionally use a numbing cream or local anaesthesia for sensitive areas or when treating more spots. Most people find the treatment well-tolerable.

After treatment a small scab forms on the treated spot. This scab falls off on its own within 5 to 10 days. It is very important not to pick at or remove the scab: this increases the risk of scarring. After the scab falls off the skin is slightly pink, which fades over 2 to 4 weeks. Our skin therapist provides specific home care instructions.

With correct execution by our skin therapist and good home care, scarring is extremely rare. The risk of scarring increases if the scab is picked off or if the treated area is excessively exposed to UV radiation during healing. Our skin therapist works precisely at the correct depth and provides instructions on sun protection and wound care after treatment.

Our skin therapist advises not wearing make-up on and directly around the treated spots for the first 48 hours. While the scab is present (5 to 10 days) the area should be kept clean and dry. Make-up on other parts of the face is fine. Do not use products containing alcohol or exfoliants on the treated area until the skin is fully healed.

Yes, but with extra caution. The healing skin after electro-coagulation is temporarily more sensitive to UV radiation and can leave a dark spot (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation) if exposed to the sun. Our skin therapist advises fully protecting the treated areas during healing with SPF 50 and avoiding direct sun. Tanning bed use is discouraged for the first 4 weeks after treatment.

Due to the electrical current involved in the treatment, we advise against electro-coagulation during pregnancy as a precautionary measure. During breastfeeding the treatment is generally possible. Our skin therapist will gladly discuss alternatives or postpone the treatment until after the pregnancy. Always discuss it with your midwife or GP if you have doubts.

At SKIN the removal of 1 to 3 spots costs 75 euros (15 minutes). For 4 to 6 spots the rate is 130 euros (30 minutes). Do you have more spots or a larger area? Our skin therapist will gladly discuss the approach and rate at intake. The treatment includes aftercare advice and home care instructions during the healing period.