Why Choose CO2 Fractional Laser for Your Skin?
The fractional CO2 laser offers dramatic results with less downtime than traditional ablative lasers, making it the gold standard for comprehensive skin resurfacing.
The fractional CO2 laser offers dramatic results with less downtime than traditional ablative lasers, making it the gold standard for comprehensive skin resurfacing.
CO2 laser is highly effective in breaking down scar tissue and promoting new, healthy tissue to fill in depressed scars..
Stimulates long-term collagen remodeling to smooth out crow's feet, frown lines, and deep facial wrinkles.
Removes damaged skin cells, significantly minimizing sunspots, pigmentation, and overall signs of photo-aging.
Resurfaces the skin to reduce roughness, enlarged pores, and improve general texture and tone.
Tightens and firms the skin by promoting new elastin fibers for a subtle, natural lift.
The fractional approach means that the laser targets only a fraction of the skin’s surface, leaving surrounding tissue intact. . This intact tissue is key to accelerated healing and minimal risk, allowing for quicker recovery compared to traditional full-surface ablation. The light energy is absorbed by water in the skin, creating microthermal zones that initiate the repair cascade.
Our expert dermatologist assesses your skin, discusses your goals, and determines the optimal settings (energy and density) for your specific needs
A topical anesthetic cream is applied to the treatment area (typically 30–60 minutes) to ensure your comfort.
The laser handpiece is passed over the treatment area. You may feel a sensation of warmth or a "pins and needles" feeling. The treatment time is typically 30 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the area.
A protective ointment is applied, and detailed aftercare instructions are provided.
With topical numbing cream applied beforehand, the treatment is generally very tolerable. Patients usually describe a feeling of intense warmth or a “pins and needles” sensation during the laser application.
The number of sessions depends on the severity of the skin issue and your desired results. For mild to moderate concerns, 1 to 3 sessions may be sufficient. For deep scars or wrinkles, 3 to 5 sessions, spaced 4–6 weeks apart, are often recommended.
The initial, most visible downtime (redness, swelling, and peeling) lasts about 5-7 days. Pinkness may persist for a few weeks, which can be covered with makeup after the initial peeling subsides (around Day 7).
CO2 Fractional Laser is ideal for individuals with signs of aging, sun damage, or moderate to severe acne scarring. It is not recommended for those with very dark skin tones (due to higher risk of pigmentation issues), those prone to keloid scarring, or those who have taken Accutane in the last 6 months
The improvements are long-lasting, often enduring for many years. However, the skin will continue to age naturally. Maintaining results requires diligent use of sun protection SPF} 50+ and an appropriate skincare routine
At Skin Infinity, your safety is our top priority. All CO2 Fractional Laser treatments are performed by our certified and experienced dermatologists using state-of-the-art, FDA-approved technology. We provide thorough pre- and post-treatment protocols to minimize risks such as infection and pigmentation changes.