DERMAFORCE BBL PRO: FAQs on the BroadBand Light System
The DERMAFORCE BBL PRO is the BroadBand Light system from SIACSKIN: broadband light from 400 to 800 nm with 9 interchangeable filters for pigmentation, redness, acne and skin rejuvenation, plus sapphire contact cooling and two light windows. It is not a laser, but an advanced form of intense pulsed light technology.
Here you will find the answers to the questions studios and practices ask before buying: filters, pulse widths, light windows, skin types, applications, lamp, software, training, service and monthly installment.
What is the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO and what is it used for?
The DERMAFORCE BBL PRO is a BroadBand Light system from SIACSKIN for improving the appearance of the skin, that is, for pigmentation, redness, acne and skin rejuvenation. It works with broadband light from 400 to 800 nm, which 9 interchangeable filters narrow down to the respective target. It is therefore not a laser, but an advanced form of intense pulsed light technology. Compared with classic IPL, according to SIACSKIN it delivers more even energy, shorter pulses and a constant fluence across the entire light window.
Applications include age spots, sun damage, couperose, rosacea, acne, acne scars, enlarged pores and fine lines. With dedicated filters, hair reduction is also possible as a complement to the laser. Treatment areas include the face, neck, décolleté, hands and other parts of the body.
Is the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO worthwhile for my studio or practice?
The DERMAFORCE BBL PRO is worthwhile above all for beauty studios, aesthetic institutes, practices and clinics that want to sell skin rejuvenation treatments as a course. Pigmentation, redness and acne affect many clients, the sessions are short, and a series of 3 to 5 appointments is usually needed. That brings predictable repeat business. As a complement to a laser hair removal device, it widens your offer with skin concerns without needing new rooms.
Check your clientele first: the device is intended for Fitzpatrick skin types I to IV. If you treat many people with dark skin or with melasma, a laser such as the TULIX is the better choice. Who is allowed to perform which treatment is regulated differently depending on the country.
Which wavelengths and how many filters does the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO have?
The DERMAFORCE BBL PRO works with light from 400 to 800 nm, from visible light into the near infrared, and has 9 interchangeable filters. Each filter cuts out the range that matches the target structure. For pigmentation, the light is absorbed by melanin; for redness and fine vessels, by the red blood pigment hemoglobin. There are also filters for acne and for hair reduction. At the target, the light is converted into heat: pigment is broken down, small vessels close, and the gentle warming of the dermis stimulates new collagen.
For you, that means many indications with one device. The light applicators are magnetically guided and can be swapped quickly.
Which pulse widths and pulse modes does the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO offer?
The DERMAFORCE BBL PRO works with pulse widths up to 800 ms, either as a single pulse or as a multi-pulse. The pulse width determines how quickly the energy is delivered. Short pulses heat small targets such as fine pigment quickly, while longer pulses and several sub-pulses give the epidermis time to dissipate heat. This matters for sensitive skin and for skin types III and IV. This allows the treatment to be adapted gently to skin type and indication.
In addition, there is the 3D pulse technology, which coordinates energy, pulse width and waveform. According to SIACSKIN, this keeps the fluence constant across the entire light window. That makes results more reproducible from session to session.
Which light windows does the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO have and when do I use which?
The DERMAFORCE BBL PRO has two light windows: 45 × 15 mm for large areas and 30 × 12 mm for small areas. With the large window you treat cheeks, forehead, décolleté, hands or the back in just a few passes. That saves time and increases throughput. You use the small window where the contours become tight: on the nose and nostrils, the upper lip, the chin or for individual spots. A window that is too large would sit imprecisely there and cover areas that are not meant to be treated.
The applicators are magnetically guided, and swapping takes only a moment. In every session, suitable protective eyewear protects the eyes.
How does the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO cool the skin during treatment?
The DERMAFORCE BBL PRO cools the skin with sapphire contact cooling in the handpiece. The cooled crystal rests directly on the skin while the light is delivered through it. This cools the epidermis exactly where the pulse hits. It protects against overheating, lowers the risk of redness and crusting, and makes the treatment considerably more comfortable. Many people describe the pulse as a brief, warm snap.
A thin layer of contact gel is common so that the light arrives evenly. The handpiece also has a skin contact sensor and automatic energy adjustment. According to SIACSKIN, this also makes the treatment comfortable on sensitive skin.
Which skin types is the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO suitable for?
The DERMAFORCE BBL PRO is intended for Fitzpatrick skin types I to IV, that is, light to medium skin. The reason lies in the working principle: the light is absorbed by melanin. The darker the skin, the more melanin sits in the epidermis and the more energy it intercepts instead of passing it on to the spot or vessel. From skin type V, the risk of burns and new pigment spots rises, so broadband light is ruled out there. Freshly tanned skin is also not treated.
For skin types III and IV you work with more cautious settings, and the predefined protocols by skin type help with this. For dark skin and melasma, the TULIX is the right choice; it is specified for all skin types.
Can I treat pigmentation and age spots with the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO?
Yes, age spots, pigment spots, hyperpigmentation and sun damage are among the main applications of the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO. With the pigment filter, the melanin in the spot absorbs the light and is heated. Typically, the spots become slightly darker right afterwards and flake off finely after about 5 to 10 days. Individual spots often respond after the first session. For an even complexion, 3 to 5 sessions at intervals of 3 to 4 weeks are usually common.
Before treatment, any unclear or changed spot should be assessed by a doctor. Melasma is not an indication for broadband light, because heat can make it worse. For that, the TULIX at 1927 nm is the gentler device.
Does the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO also treat redness, couperose and rosacea?
Yes, with the vascular filters the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO treats redness, couperose, rosacea and fine vessels, so-called telangiectasia. The filtered light is absorbed by the red blood pigment in the dilated vessels. The heat closes the vessel, and the body then breaks it down. Fine vessels may fade right after the pulse or look briefly darker, while diffuse redness recedes over the series. Usually 3 to 5 sessions at intervals of 3 to 4 weeks are carried out.
In rosacea, it is mainly the redness and vessels that respond; inflammatory flare-ups belong in medical treatment first. New vessels can form again later, which is why many plan 1 to 2 maintenance sessions a year.
Can I treat acne and acne scars with the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO?
Yes, the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO has dedicated acne filters and lists acne, acne scars and post-inflammatory erythema, that is, red marks after healed pimples, as applications. The light targets the structures involved in acne. The red marks after pimples respond well because they consist of dilated vessels. For flat, fresh acne scars, the collagen stimulation improves skin texture. Deep, sunken scars, on the other hand, need a stronger procedure.
In pronounced or inflammatory acne, light treatment is a complement to medical therapy, not a replacement. For deeper scars, RF microneedling with the EUPHEUS M8 or the fractional CO2 laser FRACO CO2 XL are the suitable devices.
Is the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO also suitable for hair removal?
Yes, but as a complement to the laser and not as the main device for hair removal. The DERMAFORCE BBL PRO has dedicated filters for hair reduction. Like any light, they work via the melanin in the hair and require dark hair on light skin, that is, skin types I to IV. A laser is more targeted for laser hair removal and covers more skin and hair types. White, gray and red hairs hardly respond to light.
Hair reduction with BBL makes sense for studios whose focus is skin treatments and who occasionally treat small areas as well. For hair removal as a core service, the DEWEON 4LD with four wavelengths for all skin types is the device of choice, and for light, fine hair and vellus hair the VCL DERMALIGHT with LED technology.
Which lamp is in the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO and what is the wear part?
The DERMAFORCE BBL PRO uses a double lamp with a diameter of 9 mm, and it is also the device's wear part. Like any flash lamp, it ages with every pulse and is replaced at the end of its service life. According to SIACSKIN, the double-lamp technology is designed for stable energy delivery, high light intensity and long service life. Four independent power supplies with a combined 88,000 µF keep output stable even under heavy use.
The integrated client management counts the shots, so you keep track of consumption. The actual service life of the lamp and the replacement cost are provided by SIACSKIN service, so you can factor them into your calculation per treatment. Otherwise the device is considered low-maintenance.
Which software, protocols and documentation does the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO offer?
The DERMAFORCE BBL PRO comes with predefined protocols by skin type and indication, plus the SIA AI and integrated client management. For pigmentation, vessels, acne or skin rejuvenation, the protocols provide suitable starting values, which you fine-tune according to the skin reaction. This makes it easier for new staff to get started and makes sessions comparable. According to SIACSKIN, AI and software updates are available every 14 days free of charge.
In client management you store each client's data, document the treated areas and see shot count and revenue per client and treatment. For a course over several sessions this is important, because you can trace settings and progress at any time. Responsibility for the settings nevertheless remains with the person performing the treatment.
How much does the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO cost per month and how can it be financed?
The DERMAFORCE BBL PRO is available on lease from approx. €450/month, as a net example installment over a 60-month term and subject to credit check. Besides purchase, leasing, hire purchase or financing through SIACSKIN's principal bank are possible, without a down payment on request and also for start-ups.
For your calculation, what counts is how many sessions per month cover the installment. Because skin rejuvenation treatments are usually booked as a course of 3 to 5 sessions, the appointments of a few clients add up. Factor the lamp in as a wear part in your cost per treatment. With the SIACSKIN price calculator you can check in advance, using your own figures, from which month the device pays for itself.
Are training, warranty and service included with the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO?
Yes, the DERMAFORCE BBL PRO includes on-site training by experts who work with the devices themselves, not by sales staff. You learn filter selection, light windows, pulse modes and the protocols for pigmentation, vessels, acne and skin rejuvenation. You can deepen your knowledge at the SIAC Academy, for example on light therapy, treatment course concepts and combination treatments.
SIACSKIN gives a 2-year warranty. Maintenance, spare parts and support come from Düsseldorf, plus there is a worldwide network of technicians. According to the device data, the device is CE marked under MDR and FDA. On request, it is painted in your studio color at no extra charge.
