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Empower your skin with laser treatments

Sciton BBL (Broadband Light) therapy harness the power of light to rejuvenate your skin on a cellular level, helping you achieve a radiant and youthful appearance.

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BBL Laser Information

What is BBL Laser?

BroadBand Light (BBL) by Sciton represents a true evolution beyond traditional IPL (Intense Pulsed Light). While standard IPL devices deliver light energy in broad, scattered, and less controlled pulses, often leading to inconsistent results and higher risks, BBL, a precision and predictability-focused device approved by Stanford University medical research, is a sophisticated technology designed to help you age gracefully.

The device uses advanced wavelength filtering, consistent energy delivery, and continuous contact cooling to protect the skin's surface while delivering therapeutic heat to deeper targets. This means treatments are not only more accurate and effective but also significantly more comfortable and safer, even on sensitive or darker skin types. BBL can be customized for each patient by adjusting parameters like wavelength, pulse duration, cooling level, and spot size.

With innovations like the BBL Forever Young concept for long-term skin health, BBL goes beyond correcting isolated problems—it actively helps maintain youthful, healthy skin over time. Whether the goal is treating sun damage, reducing redness, clearing acne, or preventing signs of aging, BBL offers a medical-grade solution that is both corrective and preventative.

Targeted Treatments for You

Vascular Concerns, Redness (Rosacea)

Vascular Concerns, Redness (Rosacea)

BBL's specific wavelengths are absorbed by hemoglobin in blood vessels, causing them to collapse and fade. This makes it highly effective for diffuse redness and visible capillaries. For patients with rosacea and accompanying textural irregularities, combining BBL with Morpheus8 (radiofrequency microneedling) can simultaneously address redness while rebuilding collagen to thicken and strengthen fragile rosacea-prone skin. For overall skin health, Growth Factor Treatment helps calm inflammation and repair the skin barrier, reducing future flushing episodes.

Acne

Acne

BBL uses blue and yellow light filters to kill acne-causing bacteria (P. acnes) and reduce oil gland activity. It is effective for both active breakouts and residual redness. For moderate to severe inflammatory acne, combining with Morpheus8 is another powerful combination, as its microneedling component physically disrupts blocked pores while radiofrequency heat destroys overactive oil glands. For patients with acne-related volume loss or depressed scars, Profhilo (an injectable hyaluronic acid bio-remodeler) can be added to improve skin laxity and hydration after the active acne is controlled. Skin Boosters also help restore moisture balance without clogging pores, reducing post-acne dryness and irritation.

Pigmentation

Pigmentation

BBL precisely targets dark pigment without damaging the surrounding skin. Its advanced wavelength filtering allows for safe and effective clearing of uneven pigmentation, even in challenging cases like melasma. For stubborn or deep pigmentation, BBL can be combined with Resurfacing Laser treatments to remove superficial layers of damaged skin. Skin Boosters (injectable hydrating treatments) can also be added to improve overall skin radiance and reduce the appearance of residual pigmentation. Additionally, Growth Factor Treatment applied post-procedure helps speed healing and reduces the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, making the combination safe for darker skin types.

Skin Rejuvenation & Anti-Aging (BBL Forever Young)

Skin Rejuvenation & Anti-Aging (BBL Forever Young)

BBL stimulates collagen and elastin while improving texture, tone, and pore size. Its long-term use has been shown to positively influence gene expression associated with youthful skin behavior. For comprehensive facial rejuvenation, BBL can be layered with multiple advanced technologies. For a deep rejuvenation of the skin and lifting of the face, FaceTite is a highly sophisticated technology, which offers a non-invasive alternative to a facelift. Morpheus8 adds deep fractional radiofrequency to remodel the deeper facial fat and connective tissue, ideal for jowls and neck laxity. Thread Lifting offers immediate mechanical lifting for sagging cheeks or brows, with BBL then improving skin quality over the threads. HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound) provides non-surgical lifting of the brow and lower face, complementing BBL's surface improvements.

Step-by-step process

Your journey at Essential Aesthetics

10+ Years of Dual Expertise

Our skin specialist brings a decade of experience both in the medical field and in advanced aesthetic skin...

Signature Combination Treatments

We believe one size never fits all. That’s why we layer BBL with other state-of-the-art technologies for superior...
Signature Journey

Breakthrough BBL Technology

We use Sciton BBL, which is considered the gold standard in modern broadband light therapy. With advanced customizability...

Safety Without Compromise

Your safety is embedded in every step: we are an ISO-9001 and NEN-8009 certified clinic, with our safety...

Step-by-step process

Your journey at Essential Aesthetics

Our Care Team will contact you by telephone and ask the necessary questions to schedule the correct appointment. We are curious about the reason for your visit and why you chose to pursue your treatment journey with us! We may also ask about your current health, treatment period and any previous operations. This allows us to prepare ourselves well for your arrival. We look forward to receiving you at the clinic!
Your first visit to us is a pre-consultation. This takes place with our consultant, who will guide you through this special journey with much care and attention. The role of the consultant is to listen to your concerns, and take all your needs into account. Our consultant will then share their expert recommendations and knowledge in order to match your wishes with the available range of treatments. Following this introductory conversation, a presentation of the treatment options and care packages that potentially may suit your needs will take place. Our consultant will show you the doctors' extensive portfolio, and provide you with a copy of our patient information guide, so you can go over your possibilities at home. We understand that one visit is not enough when it comes to a decision about your body and safety, which is why we encourage a second visit, in which you will meet with the selected surgeon. At this point, we will have received and processed all data for pre-operative screening. During this consultation, the technical aspects and possible risks of the treatment will be discussed and you will be prepared for the big day!
Arriving at this step of your journey, you have met our medical team and received all the necessary information. All preparations have been done and it is finally time for the treatment. We understand that this is a milestone for many, and we make it our utmost priority to keep you as comfortable as possible. Our team will personally guide and assist you until the time of the operation.
We offer thorough and comprehensive care. Depending on the treatment you have received, we will help you with the necessary compression suits, lymphatic drainage massages and scar reduction treatments. Together we also plan several check-up appointments. During recovery, our team will continuously assist you and monitor your healing. We can always be reached via an (emergency) telephone number, WhatsApp and email. We are only satisfied when you have fully recovered. Our entire team will assist you until the end of your journey.

About Sciton BBL

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)

Uses broad, less controlled light pulses

Less effective cooling, higher risk of burns and blisters

Can cause more pain and discomfort

Offers limited customization

Higher risk of complications on darker skin

Slower, not recommended on large body areas.

BBL (Broadband Light)

Advanced wavelength filtering for targeted treatment

Continuous contact cooling to protect the skin

More comfortable due to its integrated cooling system

Allows adjustment of wavelength, pulse and energy

Safe for darker skin types (Fitzpatrick IV-V)

Takes 10-15 minutes, fast for larger body areas

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about BBL Laser

This innovative treatment uses hundreds of wavelengths of light to target multiple signs of aging simultaneously. It alters gene expression in skin cells to promote collagen production and restore youthful qualities.

This treatment uses a range of wavelengths of light to penetrate the skin, targeting damaged cells and stimulating collagen production. Since the skin is the largest organ of our body and 70% of skin is made from collagen is very important to have the proper level of collagen in our system. This high tehnology has the power to help improve skin texture, tone, and overall appearance removing brown spots and redness.

The typical recovery time after a BBL by Sciton session is minimal, allowing patients to resume their daily activities almost immediately. Most individuals may experience some mild redness or swelling immediately following the treatment, similar to a light sunburn, but these effects usually resolve quickly within a few hours to a day. This quick recovery makes BBL an excellent option for those with busy lifestyles who want to enhance their skin without significant downtime.

BBL Skin Rejuvenation effectively addresses fine lines, wrinkles, sun damage, discoloration, dull skin, sagging skin, broken capillaries, unwanted hair, acne scars, freckles, cherry angiomas, and age spots.

BBL HEROic effectively addresses sun damage, redness, fine lines, discoloration, overall skin texture, and enlarged pores. It’s ideal for those looking for noticeable improvements in their skin’s appearance.

Sessions are typically quick, lasting about 15 to 30 minutes depending on the area being treated, making it easy to fit into your busy schedule.

Many patients see noticeable improvements after just one session; however, optimal results often require a series of treatments spaced several weeks apart. Your provider will create a personalized plan based on your specific needs.

Yes! BBL by Sciton is safe and effective for various skin types and tones. Our professionals will evaluate your skin during the consultation to ensure it’s right for you.

To prepare for your procedure, avoid prolonged tanning and certain medications that may increase sensitivity. Our team will provide detailed pre-treatment instructions specific to your needs.

Prices

How much does a BBL Laser Treatment cost?

Acne TreatmentPrices

€ 450

PigmentationPrices

€ 450

Rosacea & CouperosePrices

€ 450

Scaring TreatmentPrices

from € 250

Hair removalPrices

from € 130/zone

Reviews

What our customers are saying about us

Essential Aesthetics is proud to have already helped so many patients on their journey to a more beautiful body and is honored with a satisfaction score of no less than 96%.

Casandra

Breast Reduction

The treatment is always extremely professional, careful, and as much painless as possible; the doctors and team are extremely friendly, helpful, and conscientious. And all this in a beautiful and well-maintained building, as of recently on Statenlaan in Scheveningen! From the other clients I speak to – I always chat with everyone – I hear the same satisfied feedback! A big ten, I would say!

Casandra

BBL Laser: BBL HEROic and Forever Young BBL by Scition