Tixel Skin Rejuvenation in Hillsborough, Near Belfast | The Non-Laser Treatment for Advanced Skin Quality
Tixel is an advanced thermo-mechanical skin rejuvenation treatment available in Royal Hillsborough, near Belfast. It is designed to improve skin quality, stimulate collagen and refine texture with minimal downtime, making it an increasingly popular option for patients across Northern Ireland who want meaningful results without traditional laser resurfacing.
At Dr Janice Brown Aesthetics & Skin, Tixel is performed in a dentist-led, JCCP-registered medical aesthetic clinic with an MSc in Aesthetic Medicine and over 15 years of clinical experience. Treatments are planned using advanced knowledge of facial anatomy and a regenerative, collagen-focused approach.
What Is Tixel?
Tixel uses a heated titanium tip to deliver controlled thermo-mechanical energy to the skin. This creates precise micro-channels which trigger the body’s natural healing response, leading to new collagen formation and dermal remodelling.
Unlike traditional laser resurfacing, Tixel does not use light or radiation. This makes it suitable for delicate areas such as the eyelids and for patients seeking effective skin rejuvenation with reduced downtime.
How Tixel Improves Skin Quality
Collagen Stimulation
The controlled thermal energy activates fibroblasts, leading to gradual thickening and strengthening of the skin. This helps improve laxity, fine lines and overall texture.
Fractional Skin Renewal
Only a fraction of the skin is treated at each session, allowing rapid healing while new, healthier skin develops.
Enhanced Product Penetration
The micro-channels created during treatment allow medical-grade topical products to penetrate more effectively as part of a regenerative treatment plan.
Who Is Tixel Suitable For?
- Crepey eyelid skin and under-eye lines
- Acne scarring and uneven texture
- Early skin laxity
- Sun-damaged skin
- Patients not ready for CO₂ laser resurfacing
- Those seeking collagen stimulation with minimal downtime
Tixel for Eyelid Rejuvenation
The eyelid skin is the thinnest on the face and often the first area to show ageing. Tixel provides a non-surgical option for improving mild skin laxity and fine lines in this delicate region.
For patients requiring a regenerative approach to the eye area, this treatment can be combined with polynucleotides or platelet-rich plasma (PRP) as part of a personalised plan.
Tixel vs CO₂ Laser and Microneedling
Unlike CO₂ laser, Tixel does not rely on light energy, meaning reduced downtime and a lower risk of prolonged redness. Compared with microneedling, it delivers controlled thermal energy as well as mechanical stimulation, making it particularly effective for advanced skin quality concerns.
What Can Tixel Treat?
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Crepey skin
- Acne scarring
- Enlarged pores
- Uneven texture
- Pigmentation and sun damage
- Neck and décolletage ageing
What to Expect From Treatment
Treatment Time
Approximately 20–30 minutes depending on the area treated.
Downtime
Mild redness and a temporary rough texture are expected as the skin renews.
Course of Treatments
A series of sessions spaced several weeks apart is usually recommended for optimal collagen stimulation.
Results
Results develop progressively as new collagen forms and are maintained with a personalised long-term skin plan.
Tixel as Part of a Regenerative Skin Strategy
Tixel is rarely a one-off treatment. It is most powerful when integrated into a regenerative programme that may include medical-grade chemical peels, polynucleotides, PRP and targeted skincare.
Tixel Treatment in Hillsborough, Near Belfast
If you are considering Tixel for improving skin quality, treating crepey eyelids or reducing acne scarring, you can read the full treatment details on my Tixel treatment page in Hillsborough.
Book your consultation here to begin your personalised skin rejuvenation plan.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tixel
What is Tixel and how does it work?
Tixel is a thermo-mechanical skin rejuvenation treatment that uses controlled heat energy to stimulate collagen and improve skin texture without laser or light energy.
Is Tixel suitable for the eyelids?
Yes, it is particularly effective for improving crepey eyelid skin and fine lines in delicate areas.
How many treatments will I need?
A course of treatments spaced several weeks apart is usually recommended.
Where can I have Tixel in Northern Ireland?
Tixel is available at Dr Janice Brown Aesthetics & Skin in Royal Hillsborough, near Belfast.
