Sebaceous Hyperplasia Removal
Smooth away overgrown, oil-gland bumps on the forehead and cheeks. We flatten these donut-shaped blemishes using precise Advanced Electrolysis. at The Blemish Removal Clinic in Dublin 6.
What Is Sebaceous Hyperplasia?
Overactive oil glands? Let's dial down the drama.
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If you have been dealing with these stubborn bumps for a while, it is incredibly tempting to try and smooth them out using standard facial treatments like chemical peels, microdermabrasion, laser resurfacing, or even freezing (cryotherapy).
From professional experience, a friendly piece of advice: save your time and investment. Because sebaceous hyperplasia is an overgrowth of deeper gland tissue rather than a surface-level skin issue, superficial exfoliation or aggressive freezing simply cannot reach the root of the problem—and can often leave the surrounding skin irritated or textured. To safely and effectively flatten the bump, we need to address the gland structure directly, which is exactly why we use targeted Advanced Diathermy.
Sebaceous Hyperplasia occurs when your natural oil-producing glands (sebaceous glands) become enlarged and overgrown. Instead of sitting quietly beneath the surface doing their job, they expand and form small, soft, skin-coloured or slightly yellowish bumps.
These blemishes frequently develop a distinct donut shape with a tiny crater or dimple right in the centre. While completely harmless, they are a major source of frustration because they commonly appear on high-visibility areas like the forehead, nose, and cheeks, making the skin's texture look uneven even under heavy makeup.
How Are Sebaceous Hyperplasia Removed?
Enlarged oil glands respond beautifully to Advanced Electrolysis. Using a specialised micro-probe no thicker than an eyelash, a precisely controlled pulse of thermal energy is delivered straight into the core of the overgrown gland structure.
This instantly cauterises the excess tissue, causing the raised bump to flatten down. This highly methodical, non-surgical process involves zero cutting, zero stitches, and zero aggressive chemicals, completely protecting your healthy surrounding skin.
NON INVASIVE
NON SURGICAL
NO STITCHES
NO CHEMICALS
How Much Does Sebaceous Hyperplasia Removal Cost?
Our pricing is completely clear and upfront, based entirely on the total treatment time required to clear the targeted areas during your session:
Mandatory Consultation & Patch Test: €30 (30 minutes) - fully redeemable against your treatment fee).
Sebaceous Hyperplasia Removal: €85 (Up to 15 minutes of precise advanced diathermy clearing).
Extended Sebaceous Hyperplasia Removal: €150 (Up to 30 minutes for extensive or larger clusters across the forehead and cheeks).
No downtime. No incisions. Just fifteen minutes to flat.
What Results Can You Expect?
Advanced Diathermy delivers exceptional long-term Sebaceous Hyperplasia removal, flattening the texture of enlarged oil glands so your skin can finally reflect light evenly. For a flawless treatment journey, clinical expectations should be managed realistically:
Immediate Post-Treatment: The treated area will look pink, flushed, and slightly swollen, resembling localized heat bumps. This is a completely normal inflammatory response that naturally calms down within 24 to 48 hours.
The Healing Timeline: Small protective crusts or scabs will form over each treated spot. It typically takes 7 to 10 days for these micro-crusts to drop away naturally, revealing a smoother and more even skin profile beneath.
The Final Polish: While a dramatic, immediate reduction in height is achieved, the deep-seated nature of the gland means the area will continue to smooth out and fully blend in color over the following weeks as the cellular cycle regenerates.
Preparing for your Appointment & Aftercare
Pre-Treatment Pep
Sun & Tan: Strictly avoid active sun exposure, sun beds, or fake tan on the face for 2 weeks prior to treatment.
Skincare Actives: Stop using Retinol, Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, or any strong oil-control serums for 5 full days before your session.
Skin Prep: Please arrive at your appointment with a completely clean face, entirely free from heavy makeup, primers, or oily moisturisers.
Post-Treatment Aftercare
Hands Off: Small protective scabs will form over each treated oil gland within 72 hours. Do not pick, scratch, or rub them. They must flake off entirely naturally within 7 to 10 days to guarantee a completely flat finish.
Keep It Cool: Avoid hot showers, steamy baths, saunas, heavy sweating, and facial makeup for the first 48 hours to prevent irritation.
Sun Protection: Apply a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or 50 every morning. Freshly healed skin tissue is highly vulnerable to UV rays and must be protected to prevent uneven skin tone
Will The Sebaceous Hyperplasia Come Back?
Because sebaceous glands are a permanent, natural part of your skin's anatomy and genetics, this condition cannot be permanently cured. Your skin will naturally continue its oil-production patterns, meaning existing untreated bumps will slowly grow larger over the years, and new ones may eventually join the party.
However, the condition can be perfectly managed and kept completely at bay. A single 15-minute advanced electrolysis session successfully flattens the targeted bumps for 12 to 18 months at a time. Most of our clients maintain a beautifully smooth, flat, and confident complexion year-round by simply booking a quick, single maintenance top-up once a year.
Not Sure if it’s a Sebaceous Hyperplasia?
If you have small, raised bumps on your face and want to confirm whether they qualify for advanced diathermy clearing before booking your consultation, we can review them for you. Simply click our WhatsApp Chat link to securely send a clear, close-up photograph of the area, and I will gladly advise you.
Frequently Asked Sebaceous Hyperplasia Removal Questions
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The treatment is incredibly fast, taking only a few seconds per individual blemish. Most clients describe the sensation as a quick, localised warmth or a slight pinching sensation. It is entirely manageable.
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Many clients see a fantastic, smooth transformation after just one single clearing session. However, if you have a larger number of bumps or older, deeply rooted gland overgrowths, a second follow-up session may be recommended to achieve a completely seamless, flawless finish.
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Because sebaceous hyperplasia involves deeply rooted oil gland tissue on highly visible areas of the face, clinical safety is our absolute priority. The mandatory consultation and patch test allow us to formally confirm the blemish type, safely test your skin's unique thermal healing response, and map out an accurate, realistic treatment plan for your skin.