Xanthelasma appears as yellowish patches found on the eyelid and around the eye. They are formed where deposits of Cholesterol (lipid or fat) build up under the skin.
This blemish is not harmful in itself, however it can indicicate potential heart disease and or high cholesterol. When I first meet a client presenting this blemish I will recommend a doctors appointment to check cholesterol levels and check your overall health.
As this blemish is classed as cosmetic, treatment for reductiuon is not offered on the NHS. Diathermy is therefore a wonderful solution for reducing the appearance of Xanthelasma.
On consultation we will discuss how many sessions I think you will need to achieve the desired result, however this blemish responds differently on each individual to treatment so it is an estimation and we will reassess as we move along the process.
Below is a Before & After of Xanthelasma reduction. This Xanthelasma presents as fairly light in colour, however, all Xanthelasma is diiferent and some can appear with a more yellowish tinge.
My clinics are held weekly at EM Skin Clinic in Colchester, Essex and you can book online for your intial consultation by selecting Advanced Blemish Removal here.