Sciton HALO Laser in Manchester

HALO may suit adults with sun damage, uneven tone, rough texture or enlarged pores who want a refresh without a long recovery. Your skin type, medical history and recent sun exposure all matter, so your practitioner will assess your skin at consultation and tell you honestly whether HALO, or another treatment, is the right choice.

People often search for a "HALO facial", but HALO is a laser treatment rather than a facial. A facial works on the surface of the skin; HALO sends laser energy into the skin to renew the surface and support collagen underneath, which is why it can change texture, pores and sun damage in a way a facial cannot, and why it comes with a few days of downtime. If you want a no-downtime treatment, a HydraFacial may suit you better, and the two work well as part of one plan.

HALO can improve overall skin texture and the appearance of certain acne scars, particularly where there is a combination of uneven surface texture, pigmentation and changes in collagen. More localised or deeper scars may benefit from a targeted treatment such as ProFractional.

Yes. HALO can address sun damage, uneven pigmentation and changes in skin tone, while also improving texture. If pigmentation or redness is the main concern, BBL may also be considered because it specifically targets superficial pigment and vascular changes.

HALO can be used on a range of skin types, including darker skin, when the treatment is appropriately selected and customised. Your practitioner will consider your natural skin tone, pigmentation, previous reactions to treatment and recent sun exposure before choosing the appropriate settings.

Yes. HALO can be combined with other treatments when there are several concerns. BBL may be used for pigmentation or redness, while HALO focuses on resurfacing and collagen stimulation. The treatments and timing will be selected according to your skin.

Yes. HALO can be used on areas including the neck, chest, back, arms and hands, depending on the concern being treated. It can be useful where sun damage, uneven pigmentation or changes in skin texture extend beyond the face.

The initial healing period is usually around 5 to 7 days, depending on the settings used and how your skin responds. After treatment, the skin can look red or swollen before developing a bronzed, rough or sandpaper-like appearance. These tiny darkened areas are sometimes referred to as “MENDS” and are part of the skin's normal healing process as the treated tissue is shed.

The mends gradually flake away as the skin renews, revealing fresher skin underneath. Your practitioner will provide specific aftercare and advise when makeup and active skincare can be restarted.

HALO for the full face is £1,500. Treating another area on its own starts from £500, and you can add the neck, hands, arms or décolletage to a full-face treatment from £300. HALO combined with BBL in the same session is from £1,800.

Your practitioner will confirm the right areas and plan for your skin at your consultation. See the full list on our Prices page.

This depends on your skin, your concerns and the results you are hoping for. Your practitioner will recommend a treatment plan at your consultation.

HALO produces both an initial improvement in skin quality and longer-term collagen remodelling. Pigmentation and surface texture can improve as the skin heals, while collagen-related changes continue to develop over the following months.

NassifMD Medical Spa is at The Alexandra, 200-220 The Quays, MediaCityUK, Salford Quays, Manchester M50 3SP, with private parking on site and the MediaCityUK tram stop nearby. Patients come to us from across Greater Manchester, Salford, Trafford, Cheshire and further afield. If you are travelling from London, Manchester Piccadilly is around two hours from Euston and MediaCityUK is a short tram or taxi ride from there. Book a consultation or get in touch and we will talk you through the next steps.