Could Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Be Your Skin’s New Best Friend?
Skincare routines have come a long way from serums and night creams. Increasingly, people in Exeter and across Devon are looking at treatments that work from the inside out, supporting the skin at a cellular level rather than just sitting on the surface. That’s where Yassou-Me’s new Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) chamber comes in.
The clinic, based in St Thomas, has a luxury 2-bar hard-shell HBOT chamber on the way, the only one of its kind in the area, and it’s set to sit alongside Yassou-Me’s existing aesthetics menu, including Profhilo skin boosters, dermal fillers and anti-wrinkle treatments, as part of a more complete approach to skin health.
The Skin and Oxygen Connection
Skin cells, like every other cell in the body, rely on oxygen to function, repair and regenerate. As we age, oxygen delivery to the skin naturally slows down, which is part of why skin can start to look duller, thinner or less resilient over time.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy works by increasing atmospheric pressure inside a sealed chamber while delivering concentrated oxygen. Under that pressure, oxygen dissolves more effectively into the bloodstream and tissue, including the skin, in a way that simply isn’t possible from breathing normal air.
Potential Skin Benefits of HBOT
While individual results vary and HBOT is a wellness support rather than a guaranteed fix, many people explore sessions to help support:
Skin Quality and Ageing
- Increased collagen production
- Skin rejuvenation and anti-ageing support
- Improved wound healing
- Enhanced detoxification processes
Overall Cellular Health
- Improved circulation and blood vessel formation
- Increased cellular regeneration and repair
- Reduced inflammation throughout the body
- Support for immune system function
The Wider Picture
- Improved sleep quality, which plays a major role in skin repair overnight
- Reduced fatigue and improved energy levels
- Better recovery from physical and mental stress
Good skin rarely comes from one treatment alone. It tends to be the combination of collagen stimulating treatments like Profhilo, good skincare habits, sleep and supporting the body’s own repair processes that makes the biggest difference over time, and HBOT is designed to support that final piece.
A Treatment Built for Comfort, Not Just Results
Yassou-Me chose a hard-shell, 2-bar chamber rather than the softer, lower pressure chambers found in some wellness studios, opting for a more advanced setup. The interior has been designed with comfort front of mind: premium seating, ambient lighting, a built-in entertainment system and a fully monitored environment throughout each session.
It’s the kind of treatment you can genuinely relax into. Bring a book, watch something, or simply use the time to switch off while the session does its work. Clients who want to keep working are welcome too, laptop and all, and the team will bring you a cuppa.
Pairing HBOT With Your Existing Treatments
Because Yassou-Me offers a full range of aesthetics and wellness services under one roof, HBOT sessions are likely to work well alongside treatments clients already book, such as:
- Profhilo skin boosters for collagen and hydration
- Dermal fillers for volume and contour
- Anti-wrinkle treatments for fine lines
- Infrared therapy and massage for overall relaxation and recovery
Rather than replacing these treatments, HBOT is designed to complement them, supporting the body’s broader capacity to repair and regenerate skin between appointments.
Be Among the First to Try It
The chamber is currently being installed, with launch dates, introductory packages and VIP memberships to follow soon. If you’re already a fan of Yassou-Me’s aesthetics treatments and want to be among the first to add HBOT to your routine, now is the time to get on the list.
- Follow Yassou-Me on Facebook and Instagram for launch updates
- Subscribe to the newsletter on the Yassou-Me website
- Get in touch directly to register your interest ahead of opening
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy improve skin quality? Many people use HBOT to help support collagen production, skin rejuvenation and overall cellular repair, though results vary from person to person and it works best alongside good skincare habits and other supportive treatments.
Can I combine HBOT with treatments like Profhilo or dermal fillers? Yes, HBOT is designed to complement rather than replace existing aesthetics treatments. Specific timing around any treatment should be confirmed with the clinic once HBOT officially launches.
Is HBOT only for skin and beauty? Not at all. HBOT is also widely used to support recovery, energy levels, sleep quality and general wellness, with skin benefits being just one part of the wider picture.
How long is an HBOT session? Exact session lengths will be confirmed closer to launch, though most hyperbaric sessions typically run between 60 and 90 minutes including pressurisation.
Where is Yassou-Me located? Yassou-Me Wellness Clinic is based at 11 St Thomas Centre, Cowick Street, Exeter, Devon.
