Tixel® Skin Resurfacing in London: Treat Wrinkles, Scars & Pigmentation

Are you seeking a powerful solution for concerns like fine lines, wrinkles, active acne, acne scars, uneven skin texture, hyperpigmentation, melasma, rosacea, or tired-looking eyes? PRP London Clinic is proud to offer Tixel®, an innovative skin resurfacing treatment that utilises Thermo-Mechanical Ablation (TMA®) technology. Tixel® bridges the gap between traditional ablative lasers and non-ablative treatments, delivering remarkable results with significantly less downtime and discomfort. Discover how Tixel® can rejuvenate your skin and restore a more youthful, radiant appearance.

Tixel® is a cutting-edge fractional skin resurfacing system that employs pure, natural heat. Unlike lasers, RF microneedling, or chemical peels, Tixel® uses a heated (400°C) medical-grade titanium tip with tiny pyramidal points. This tip makes brief, controlled contact with the skin, creating micro-channels. This process transfers thermal energy directly to the skin, stimulating collagen production, tightening tissues, and improving overall skin quality. Tixel® can be used in both ablative and non-ablative modes, allowing for highly customisable treatments tailored to your specific skin concerns like acne scars, pigmentation irregularities, or signs of ageing, and desired intensity. It’s a sterile, radiation-free, and exceptionally precise method for skin rejuvenation.

• Fine Lines & Wrinkles: Effectively softens lines on the face, around the eyes (periorbital wrinkles), mouth (perioral lines), and neck.
• Acne Scars & Active Acne: Improves the appearance of various types of acne scarring and can help with active acne by promoting collagen remodelling and offering a sterile treatment.
• Melasma & Hyperpigmentation: Addresses uneven skin tone, sun damage, and can significantly improve conditions like melasma and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation by promoting skin regeneration and enhancing the absorption of topical lightening agents.
• Rosacea: Can help manage symptoms of rosacea, such as redness and inflammation, and improve overall skin texture.
• Scar Treatment (including Surgical Scars): Improves various types of textural irregularities including surgical scars. For keloid scars, Tixel can be used to aid the delivery of specific topical treatments under expert guidance and careful assessment.
• Skin Laxity & Texture: Tightens mildly sagging skin and improves overall skin texture and firmness.
• Enlarged Pores: Helps to reduce the appearance of enlarged pores.
• Eye Rejuvenation: Safe and effective for treating the delicate skin around the eyes, including crepey skin and fine lines (often referred to as a 'Tixel eye lift' or 'Madonna eye lift' effect).
• Décolletage Rejuvenation: Addresses sun damage and ageing signs on the chest area.
• Enhanced Drug Delivery: The micro-channels created by Tixel® can improve the absorption and efficacy of topical treatments like exosomes, growth factors, or specific medications for conditions like melasma or keloids when applied post-procedure.

Your experience with Tixel® at PRP London Clinic is designed for comfort and optimal results for your specific concerns, be it acne scars, melasma, or general rejuvenation:

1. Consultation: Dr. Misquitta will conduct a thorough skin assessment, discuss your aesthetic goals (e.g., reducing hyperpigmentation, improving acne scars, or treating rosacea), and determine if Tixel® is the ideal treatment for you. He will explain the procedure, expected outcomes, and create a personalised treatment plan.
2. Preparation: The treatment area will be cleansed thoroughly. For most Tixel® treatments, topical anaesthetic cream may be applied 30-45 minutes prior to the procedure to ensure comfort, although many patients find Tixel® tolerable without it, especially on lower settings.
3. The Tixel® Treatment: Dr. Misquitta will expertly apply the Tixel® handpiece to the targeted skin areas. You may feel a brief sensation of heat as the titanium tip makes contact with your skin. The duration of the treatment depends on the size of the area being treated, typically ranging from 15 to 60 minutes.
4. Post-Treatment Care: Immediately after the treatment, your skin will appear red and feel warm, similar to a sunburn. Specific aftercare instructions will be provided, which may include applying soothing serums or recommended skincare products. If you opt for an add-on like exosomes or growth factors to further target issues like pigmentation or enhance scar revision, these will be applied immediately post-treatment.

• Significant Results, Minimal Downtime: Achieves results comparable to some ablative treatments but with much faster recovery, even for challenging conditions like deep acne scars.
• Safe for All Skin Types: Can be safely used on a wide range of skin tones, including darker skin types, with a lower risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation compared to some lasers when treating pigmentation or melasma.
• Versatile & Customisable: Offers ablative, non-ablative, and open-channel modes to treat a wide variety of skin concerns including wrinkles, scars, active acne, rosacea, and hyperpigmentation at different intensities.
• Precise & Controlled Treatment: Delivers targeted energy for consistent and predictable outcomes.
• Safe for Delicate Areas: Uniquely suited for treating sensitive areas like the eyelids and around the mouth.
• No Radiation, No Lasers, No Needles (in the device itself): Utilises pure thermal energy for a natural approach.
• Sterile Application: The high temperature of the tip ensures sterility during treatment.
• Comfortable Procedure: Generally well-tolerated, often with minimal or no topical anaesthesia required for certain settings.

Tixel® is considered a very safe procedure with an excellent safety profile when performed by a trained medical professional like Dr. Misquitta, especially for sensitive conditions like melasma or rosacea. Immediately post-treatment, your skin will be red and may feel warm and tight, similar to a moderate sunburn. You might notice tiny micro-crusts forming over the treated areas (especially in scar or deeper resurfacing treatments), which will naturally shed within a few days. Downtime is generally minimal: most patients experience redness for 1-3 days, and makeup can often be applied the next day or after 48 hours, depending on treatment intensity. Dr. Misquitta will provide detailed aftercare instructions, which typically include gentle cleansing, hydration, diligent sun protection (crucial for hyperpigmentation and melasma patients), and avoiding harsh exfoliants or active ingredients for a specified period. Following these instructions is crucial for optimal healing and results, particularly when targeting pigmentation or acne scars.

Tixel® vs. Fractional Lasers: While both aim to resurface the skin, Tixel® uses direct heat rather than light energy. This often results in less pain during the procedure, a quicker recovery period, and a lower risk of side effects like post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, especially for darker skin types or when treating conditions like melasma. Tixel® is also generally considered safer for treatments very close to the eye.

Tixel® vs. Microneedling: Microneedling creates physical channels with needles, while Tixel® creates thermal channels. Tixel® can often provide more significant skin tightening and textural improvement due to the thermal energy delivered, which can be more beneficial for certain types of acne scars. The open-channel mode of Tixel® also allows for enhanced drug delivery, similar to microneedling but with added thermal stimulation.

Tixel® vs. Chemical Peels: Tixel® offers a more controlled and precise depth of treatment compared to many chemical peels, without the use of chemical agents. This can lead to more predictable results and a different recovery profile.

During your consultation, Dr. Misquitta will discuss which treatment, or combination of treatments, is most appropriate for your unique skin needs.