FAQs
Frequently asked questions.
How is HydroMED Pro different from a Hydrafacial?
Hydrafacial is a registered trademark of HydraFacial LLC; it follows a standardised three-step sequence (cleanse, exfoliate, hydrate) delivered consistently across a global franchise network. HydroMED Pro is a different device, manufactured by MediMD, integrating nine separate tools on one platform. Three to five of these are curated by your practitioner per session, calibrated to your Fitzpatrick type and current skin condition. Both rest on the same underlying hydrodermabrasion principle. The medical layer of curation and the wider toolkit (radio frequency, ultrasound, contour, Ice and Fire) are what differ.
Is HydroMED Pro safe for darker skin tones and pigmentation-prone skin?
Yes, at appropriate settings. The platform contains no ablative crystals and no aggressive acids in its standard protocols. Catia and Vanessa are both MediMD-certified and trained with an explicit Skin of Colour focus, and active solution concentrations, radio frequency intensity, and thermal settings are confirmed at consultation. Niacinamide is preferred over stronger lightening agents in our protocols for melanin-rich skin. Individual results vary.
Is the treatment suitable for active acne?
Yes for mild to moderate inflammatory and comedonal acne, with caveats. The Acne and Blackhead protocols use the painless Medi Skin Extraction tool and a salicylic acid solution during the MediPEEL Hydra step, both of which target the pilosebaceous unit. Active cystic acne, any pustular infection, or any condition requiring oral antibiotics or isotretinoin is not appropriate, and we will redirect you to a different category of treatment or refer you to your GP or dermatologist. Suitability is confirmed at consultation.
Is the treatment suitable for rosacea?
Patient-dependent. We avoid strong exfoliating actives, omit radio frequency on actively flushed skin, and lean on the gentler tools (foam cleanse, lymph drainage, Ice and Fire for transient erythema reduction). Some rosacea-prone patients tolerate HydroMED Pro well; others are better served by a different category of treatment. Always confirm at consultation.
What downtime should I expect?
None typical. HydroMED Pro is designed for zero-downtime, same-day radiance. Any faint flush from radio frequency or extraction settles within approximately thirty minutes. Makeup the next morning is fine. We advise standard broad-spectrum SPF for 24 to 48 hours after treatment, as fresh desquamation transiently increases sensitivity to sun exposure.
How often should I book?
For ongoing skin health, every four to six weeks is the typical maintenance cadence, aligning with the natural skin renewal cycle. For an event or a photograph, one session 5 to 7 days beforehand. For active acne or pigmentation support, a structured course is usually advised; cadence is set at consultation.
How much does the HydroMED Pro Hydrafacial alternative cost in Battersea?
Pre-Summer Reset pricing through to mid-July on Treatwell: one-hour protocols (Glass Skin Glow, Acne, Blackhead, Skin Tightening) at 79.99 GBP each (standard 160 GBP). 45-minute Dark Circles and Puffy Eyes Treatment at 65 GBP. Course Pricing (one session per month, rotated through protocols, plus 10 percent off add-ons) from 69 GBP per month. Course pricing on enquiry.
Who performs the treatment?
Catia Zaki (Clinic Manager and HydroMED Pro Lead) and Vanessa Paz (Senior HydroMED Pro Practitioner), both MediMD-certified on the 9-in-1 platform (May 2026, CPD-accredited). Both are on duty throughout the Pre-Summer Reset window (26 June to 18 July 2026 inclusive). All sessions are under the clinical supervision of Arman Zaki, our founder and GMC-registered Physician Associate, who also holds the MediMD certification on the platform.
