McKeown Medical
202 W George St, Glasgow, G2 2PQ
HALO Laser Treatment
HALO laser treatment is a revolutionary laser skin resurfacing procedure that offers advanced skin rejuvenation. This innovative treatment combines non-ablative and ablative fractional lasers into one powerful device that can treat fine lines & wrinkles, sun damage, enlarged pores, pigmented lesions, and acne scars.
HALO laser treatment is a revolutionary laser skin resurfacing procedure that offers advanced skin rejuvenation. This innovative treatment combines non-ablative and ablative fractional lasers into one powerful device that can treat fine lines & wrinkles, sun damage, enlarged pores, pigmented lesions, and acne scars.
At a glance
Every patient is unique, and during our consultation process, we work with you to develop a bespoke treatment plan based on what you want to achieve.
Duration
30 minutes - 1 hour
Anaesthetic
Numbing cream
Downtime
5 - 7 days
Length of results
Long term
Pricing
From £1,200
This patient had a BBL / HALO stacked treatment to transform her complexion.
HALO is an innovative treatment that improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, pores, pigmentation and sun damage. It is ideal for treating skin that has mild to moderate damage, or for patients who have more severe damage but don’t want the downtime of more invasive full laser resurfacing. As well as treating the skin on the face, the HALO laser can also be used to treat other sun exposed parts of the body including the neck, chest, arms and hands.
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HALO is an innovative treatment that improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, pores, pigmentation and sun damage. It is ideal for treating skin that has mild to moderate damage, or for patients who have more severe damage but don’t want the downtime of more invasive full laser resurfacing. As well as treating the skin on the face, the HALO laser can also be used to treat other sun exposed parts of the body including the neck, chest, arms and hands.
An example of a patient treated for freckles and sun damage using a combinations of BBL and HALO laser.
HALO is an innovative treatment that improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, pores, pigmentation and sun damage. It is ideal for treating skin that has mild to moderate damage, or for patients who have more severe damage but don’t want the downtime of more invasive full laser resurfacing. As well as treating the skin on the face, the HALO laser can also be used to treat other sun exposed parts of the body including the neck, chest, arms and hands.
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HALO is an innovative treatment that improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, pores, pigmentation and sun damage. It is ideal for treating skin that has mild to moderate damage, or for patients who have more severe damage but don’t want the downtime of more invasive full laser resurfacing. As well as treating the skin on the face, the HALO laser can also be used to treat other sun exposed parts of the body including the neck, chest, arms and hands.
An example of a patient before and after treatment with a combination of BBL and HALO.
HALO is an innovative treatment that improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, pores, pigmentation and sun damage. It is ideal for treating skin that has mild to moderate damage, or for patients who have more severe damage but don’t want the downtime of more invasive full laser resurfacing. As well as treating the skin on the face, the HALO laser can also be used to treat other sun exposed parts of the body including the neck, chest, arms and hands.
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HALO is an innovative treatment that improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, pores, pigmentation and sun damage. It is ideal for treating skin that has mild to moderate damage, or for patients who have more severe damage but don’t want the downtime of more invasive full laser resurfacing. As well as treating the skin on the face, the HALO laser can also be used to treat other sun exposed parts of the body including the neck, chest, arms and hands.
A patient before and after treatment at McKeown Medical.
Halo is an innovative treatment that improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, pores, pigmentation and sun damage. It is ideal for treating skin that has mild to moderate damage, or for patients who have more severe damage but don’t want the downtime of more invasive full laser resurfacing. As well as treating the skin on the face, the Halo laser can also be used to treat other sun exposed parts of the body including the neck, chest, arms and hands.
Conditions
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Halo is an innovative treatment that improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, pores, pigmentation and sun damage. It is ideal for treating skin that has mild to moderate damage, or for patients who have more severe damage but don’t want the downtime of more invasive full laser resurfacing. As well as treating the skin on the face, the Halo laser can also be used to treat other sun exposed parts of the body including the neck, chest, arms and hands.
Conditions
Sun damage
A patient before and after treatment at McKeown Medical.
HALO is an innovative treatment that improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, pores, pigmentation and sun damage. It is ideal for treating skin that has mild to moderate damage, or for patients who have more severe damage but don’t want the downtime of more invasive full laser resurfacing. As well as treating the skin on the face, the HALO laser can also be used to treat other sun exposed parts of the body including the neck, chest, arms and hands.
Conditions
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HALO is an innovative treatment that improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, pores, pigmentation and sun damage. It is ideal for treating skin that has mild to moderate damage, or for patients who have more severe damage but don’t want the downtime of more invasive full laser resurfacing. As well as treating the skin on the face, the HALO laser can also be used to treat other sun exposed parts of the body including the neck, chest, arms and hands.
Conditions
Sun damageHow Does It Work?
Introducing the Halo Glow
HALO laser treatments work by creating a controlled injury to both the surface layer of the skin and the deeper layer, using its unique dual-mode technology. The HALO laser is the only dual function laser that is able to do this simultaneously treating the surface and deeper layers at the same time. This stimulates both superficial and deep skin regeneration, leaving the skin with a restored youthful glow.
Overall, the treatment improves skin quality — delivering more than just a short term glow. As the weeks and months pass by you will see continued improvement in skin quality. .
Watch how we do this treatment
See the HALO laser treatment in action at McKeown Medical.
Patient Reviews
Hear from our patients about their experience at McKeown Medical.
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From my very first contact with yourselves to the minute I left the attention to detail and client service was impeccable, every member of staff I came into contact with was so friendly and professional put me at ease so much. Sometimes I get a little overwhelmed with environments like this however this was furthest from my thoughts on arrival.
My consultation answered all concerns Dr Rhona explained what would give me best results as to what I was looking to achieve . As I was travelling from a far your team kindly got my booked in same day for my treatment so I didn’t have to make another journey. Upon my procedure which again every step of the way was explained my therapist was so attentive talked me through everything step as she was carrying out my treatment and explained all my after care.
I am currently in day 3 of the Halo treatment and everything is exactly what I was told to expect. I am now looking forward to seeing end result. Thank you to you and your team .
A McKeown Medical patient May 2024
From the moment I walked through the door I was treated so well by every member of staff, all so friendly and helpful. I received Halo and BBL I was a little nervous but Dr Rhona completely put my mind at rest.
After my treatments I was taken good care of and Dr Darren came and reassured me too which was an added bonus. I returned a few weeks later for my checkup and again was treated so well, Dr Darren remembered me which was lovely.
I am delighted with the results of my treatment I feel my skin looks so much fresher and this in turn has lifted my self esteem which had previously been at a low point. I highly recommend both these treatments and would not hesitate to return to Dr Darren’s Clinic in the future. Thank you to all again.
A McKeown Medical patient December 2023
It’s just a lovely clinic. Everyone is very professional and it feels very high end, so you know you’re in safe hands, but they’re also friendly, welcoming and warm which really matters when visiting as it helps you feel at ease & relaxed.
The best place for the best advice and the best service. Friendly, knowledgeable and professional.
A McKeown Medical patient November 2023
The whole experience was fabulous. My phone consultation was very knowledgeable and friendly and everyone in the office was so welcoming. I’ll definitely be back.
A McKeown Medical patient April 2024
I saw Dr Rhona Cameron who I have seen before. She is very welcoming and has a lovely manner. She is easy to talk to and I am very pleased with the results.
A McKeown Medical patient November 2023
Made me feel really calm and relaxed and staff from reception and treatment room were so pleasant and very professional.
Dr Darren was amazing. Made me so comfortable and so so pleasant. Such a lovely guy! Highly recommend, absolutely delighted so far – although, as advised, a bit swollen! Thank you so much.
A McKeown Medical patient April 2024
From start to finish the team and Dr Darren were so welcoming and professional. Everything was explained clearly and the results are more than I could have hoped for.
A McKeown Medical patient April 2024
I am delighted with the subtle changes that have made such a difference to my face giving me so much more confidence. Dr Darren is one of the very best so I had total trust in what he was doing. Every member of staff make you feel at ease, they are all so lovely and friendly.
A McKeown Medical patient March 2024
Dr Rhona was lovely and put me at ease before and during the treatment. I was well informed of my options prior to treatment taking place and aftercare was explained thoroughly too. Will definitely be revisiting soon.
A McKeown Medical patient March 2024
Dr Rhona was particularly kind and sensitive to my needs and her care is very patient centred.
A McKeown Medical patient October 2023
Lovely friendly staff. Came out after treatment feeling so much better about my appearance. Dr Darren McKeown puts you at ease and gives you a wonderful boost. Thank you all.
A McKeown Medical patient March 2024
I have so much trust and faith in Dr Darren and I thank him dearly for all that he has done for me to improve my confidence.
A McKeown Medical patient September 2023
Are you ready to start your consultation?
Finding the right treatment for you is the most important factor in ensuring that you are on the correct path to achieve the results you desire. Our pre-consultation form helps us to identify your needs and, ultimately, gets you on the right path to achieving your optimal results.
Pricing
Your treatment plan will be tailored to your individual needs and the results you are looking to achieve. Check our full price list for detailed options.
HALO laser
From £1200
What to Expect
This patient had a double session of BBL and Halo.
The HALO laser treatment process
The treatment begins by mapping the area to be treated. The laser is able to accurately assess the individual surface area of your particular face, before the doctor prescribes the settings to be used. We are able to accurately chose the exact depth of penetration on both the surface and deeper layers, as well as the total percentage of the surface area we want to treat.
The handpiece is then passed back and forth over the skin, delivery the energy required to achieve our predetermined outcomes. Unique technology known as Dynamic Thermal Optimisation monitors the skin’s temperature and adjust the energy levels for optimal results. In addition, motion tracking technology measures the speed of the doctors hand movements and adjusts the energy deliver to ensure consistent treatment over the entire area.
The whole process typically takes around an hour to complete, although this can vary if you are having additional non-facial areas treated such as the neck, chest, arms or hands. To get best results, we often combine the treatment with Broadband Light (BBL).
A patient before and after a HALO laser treatment at McKeown Medical.
How does the treatment feel?
To make the treatment as comfortable as possible, numbing cream is applied beforehand. At the start of the procedure, pain is barely noticeable, although the heat does build up as the treatment goes on – this might feel like a bad sunburn for about an hour after the treatment before dispersing. After that first hour, there is no pain, although redness and swelling will occur.
Recovery & Aftercare
After your HALO laser treatment, you’ll need around 5-7 days of recovery time. During this period, your face will likely be red and swollen, but will continue to improve each day.
Directly after the treatment, your skin will feel sunburnt. This sensation typically lasts for less than an hour. After that, most patients do not experience any pain or discomfort. You will not feel ill, but you will likely not want to be seen out and about, so it’s ideal for a time where you can work from home. Following the procedure, it is important to follow our skin care instructions. We will provide you with a gentle cleanser and moisturiser to use twice per day for the first week.
After the first week of healing, you’ll start to see an initial improvement in the skin. The condition and quality of the skin will continue to improve for up to 3 months after the treatment, with the results accumulating gradually over time — especially seen in the texture of the skin.
As always, we recommend protecting your skin with SPF every day.
Common Questions
Which body parts can be treated with HALO?
The HALO laser is commonly used on the face to improve skin texture, reduce fine lines & wrinkles, fade pigmentation issues such as sunspots and age spots, and reduce pore size. However, the HALO treatment can also be used to treat similar concerns on other areas of the body, such as the neck, chest, hands, and arms.
What is the HALO laser used for?
The HALO laser is a versatile device that can be used to treat various skin concerns. It combines 2 types of laser wavelengths — ablative and non-ablative — to target different layers of the skin.
Using precise laser technology, the HALO fractional laser can address fine lines and wrinkles, sun damage, enlarged pores, pigmented lesions, skin texture irregularities, and vascular changes.
How long do HALO laser results last?
The improvement that can be seen on the skin after a HALO laser treatment should last for years because of the healing response that is generated by the laser. However, it is recommended that patients continue to maintain results with sunscreen and regular BBL treatments (twice per year) for optimal skin quality.
The HALO treatment can be repeated in the future if patients feel their skin requires it more as the ageing process takes place.
Because of its exceptional results, this treatment is a popular procedure among male and female patients wanting to achieve healthy and youthful skin.
What makes HALO laser treatments better than others?
The HALO laser stands out among other fractional laser treatments because of its unique hybrid technology. Developed by Sciton — a leader in energy-based medical aesthetics — this state-of-the-art technology combines ablative and non-ablative laser wavelengths for more precise and customisable treatment.
The dual action of the HALO laser targets both the superficial and deeper layers of the skin for optimal skin rejuvenation.
Ablative lasers remove some of outermost layer of skin, making it ideal for addressing superficial skin concerns like surface texture. The non-ablative laser heats the cells in the deeper dermal layer to stimulate collagen production and improve the skin’s firmness and texture over time as well as deeper skin issues like acne scars.
Overall, the HALO laser resurfacing treatment offers superior efficacy, versatility, and patient satisfaction compared to other fractional laser treatments currently offered.
How effective is HALO?
By stimulating collagen production and promoting skin renewal, the Sciton HALO laser treatment can effectively and consistently rejuvenate the skin. The dual-action fractional laser helps address a wide range of skin conditions, including wrinkles, fine lines, sun damage, uneven skin tone, pigmentation, enlarged pores, and visible blood vessels.
The level of effectiveness may vary depending on individual factors such as the specific skin concern being treated, the severity of the condition, and the patient’s skin type. Many patients experience visible improvements and more healthy skin after just one HALO treatment, with continued enhancement over time as collagen regenerates. Two sessions may be recommended for patients with more severe skin damage, such as in the treatment of acne scarring.
Patients may notice visible improvements from the HALO laser treatment in about 2–3 weeks after treatment, but the dermal regeneration phase can continue for several months afterwards as the skin continues to improve.
Is HALO safe?
Yes. A HALO hybrid fractional laser treatment is a safe and well-tolerated procedure that delivers precise and controlled laser energy to the epidermis.
The HALO device was developed by Sciton, a company with a long history of creating award-winning laser and light systems for physicians. The treatment is performed by trained healthcare professionals at McKeown Medical and incorporates additional safety measures to minimise risks.
Are there any side effects?
Some individuals may experience temporary side effects after undergoing a HALO treatment. These can include redness, swelling, itching, and a sensation similar to a sunburn. These effects are typically mild and subside within a few days to a week as the skin undergoes its natural healing process.
In rare cases, worsening pigmentation, blistering, or scarring may occur, but they are much less frequent than with previous generations of laser technology.
Following post-treatment care instructions and avoiding excessive sun exposure during the healing process is crucial to minimising the risk of complications. We will provide personalised information regarding potential side effects and how to manage them effectively during your consultation
Your Expert Team
Founder
Dr Darren McKeown
Our founder, Dr Darren McKeown, is renowned for his expertise and artistry with dermal fillers. As a peer-reviewed medical author, he is passionate about treatments that stand up to scientific scrutiny. Above all, Dr McKeown believes in a global approach; delivering flawless results – and rejuvenation that lasts.
Medical Director
Dr Rhona Cameron
Dr Rhona Cameron is a skilled injector who has been extensively trained in Dr McKeown’s signature intuitive technique. Her treatments blend advanced facial optimisation with powerful, energy-based devices – such as lasers, BBL and radio frequency – energising the appearance and enhancing skin health. approach; delivering flawless results – and rejuvenation that lasts.
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Founder
Dr Darren McKeown
Our founder, Dr Darren McKeown, is renowned for his expertise and artistry with dermal fillers. As a peer-reviewed medical author, he is passionate about treatments that stand up to scientific scrutiny. Above all, Dr McKeown believes in a global approach; delivering flawless results – and rejuvenation that lasts.
Medical Director
Dr Rhona Cameron
Dr Rhona Cameron is a skilled injector who has been extensively trained in Dr McKeown’s signature intuitive technique. Her treatments blend advanced facial optimisation with powerful, energy-based devices – such as lasers, BBL and radio frequency – energising the appearance and enhancing skin health. approach; delivering flawless results – and rejuvenation that lasts.
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