Why You Shouldn’t Settle for Old BBL HERO Technology

Laser&SkinBelfast
Nov 11, 2025
2 min read

When it comes to light-based skin rejuvenation, not all broadband light systems are equal. Many clinics still offer the older BBL HERO, but at Laser & Skin Belfast, we’ve invested in the new BBL HEROic — the next-generation system that delivers faster, smarter and far more versatile results.

If you’re considering broadband light for pigmentation, redness or texture, here’s why the new HEROic is the only version worth your investment.

The Evolution of Broadband Light

BBL HERO (High Energy Rapid Output) changed the landscape when it launched several years ago, offering high-speed treatment and visible improvement in tone and clarity.

But Sciton didn’t stop there. The brand-new BBL HEROic completely re-engineers how light interacts with the skin — adding intelligent control, real-time temperature monitoring and an expanded range of Smart Filters that make it far more advanced than its predecessor.

HEROic vs HERO — The Real Difference

Feature	Older BBL HERO	New BBL HEROic
Technology	Manual operator control	Intelligent Control (monitors skin 4,000 × per sec)
Speed & Comfort	Fast but hotter on the skin (higher risk of burns)	Up to 3 × faster with enhanced cooling
Safety	Operator-judged skin response	Built-in sensors adjust output automatically
Treatment Uniformity	Good but variable	Perfectly even pulses for consistent results
Filters Available	Standard filters only	New 523 nm and 640 nm Smart Filters for targeted precision
Capabilities	Can’t perform texture or advanced redness work	Treats pigmentation, vascular redness and surface smoothing
Results	Good improvement in tone	Deeper collagen stimulation, refined texture, greater clarity & excellent improvement in tone.

Why Those New Filters Matter

One of the biggest limitations of the older BBL HERO is its restricted filter range. It simply doesn’t include the latest 523 nm or 640 nm Smart Filters, which are critical for advanced skin rejuvenation:

523 nm Filter – specifically targets superficial redness, capillaries and rosacea, providing clearer, more even skin tone.
640 nm Filter – works deeper in the dermis to refine texture, reduce pore appearance and stimulate collagen, giving skin a smoother, tighter finish.

Without these filters, older devices cannot perform true Skin Smooth, SkinTyte-like or advanced redness correction protocols. Put simply: BBL HERO can’t do what HEROic can.

Why Choose Laser & Skin Belfast

The only clinic in Belfast with Sciton BBL HEROic
Access to new 523 nm and 640 nm Smart Filters unavailable on older machines
Smarter, safer energy delivery monitored in real-time
Minimal downtime with faster, more comfortable treatments
Located on Lisburn Road, offering luxury care and cutting-edge results

Don’t Settle for Outdated Technology

If another clinic still uses the older BBL HERO, you’re missing out on the precision, comfort and skin-smoothing power of the new HEROic. With more filters, advanced intelligence and real-time safety control, HEROic achieves results the previous generation simply can’t match.

Your skin deserves the most advanced technology available — and you’ll only find it here.