Laser Facials
Providing both medical and aesthetic benefits to the skin
Laser Facials
Providing both medical and aesthetic benefits to the skin
Lasers are extremely popular devices used in many cosmetic dermatology practices providing both medical and aesthetic benefits to the skin. There are about 10 lasers that are generally used for skin treatments, and while they all work in a similar way, they have different abilities.
What is Laser?
Lasers have been used for aesthetic purposes for around 40 years. There has not been a new laser technology developed for skincare in about 30 years. So when people talk about ‘new’ ones, they really mean an upgrade of an existing technology.
They work by firing a very narrow beam of light, where all of the light waves generated have a similar wavelength. Target molecules in the skin, known as chromophores, will absorb this light and convert it into heat to generate a desired effect.
What is Laser?
Lasers have been used for aesthetic purposes for around 40 years. There has not been a new laser technology developed for
skincare in about 30 years. So when people talk about ‘new’ ones, they really mean an upgrade of an existing technology.
They work by firing a very narrow beam of light, where all of the light waves generated have a similar wavelength. Target molecules in the skin, known as chromophores, will absorb this light and convert it into heat to generate a desired effect.
What You Need To Know
When looking into laser facials, you’ll likely see various treatments described as either ‘ablative’ or ‘non-ablative’. The basic difference here is that an ablative laser will remove the upper layer of the skin. Non-ablative lasers leave the epidermis intact, bypassing it to directly tackle the dermis beneath. While ablative lasers are usually considered more effective, they traditionally require more recovery or ‘downtime’ after a treatment.
All laser treatments are generally considered uncomfortable: expect anything from a pricking feeling to a sensation like the flick of an elastic band or a small electric shock. Some treatments are likened to the pain of getting a tattoo. However, know that laser treatments are generally fast, so you aren’t ever uncomfortable for very long.
What You Need To Know
When looking into laser facials, you’ll likely see various treatments described as either ‘ablative’ or ‘non-ablative’. The basic difference here is that an ablative laser will remove the upper layer of the skin. Non-ablative lasers leave the epidermis intact, bypassing it to directly tackle the dermis beneath. While ablative lasers are usually considered more effective, they traditionally require more recovery or ‘downtime’ after a treatment.
All laser treatments are generally considered uncomfortable: expect anything from a pricking feeling to a sensation like the flick of an elastic band or a small electric shock. Some treatments are likened to the pain of getting a tattoo. However, know that laser treatments are generally fast, so you aren’t ever uncomfortable for very long.
Laser Treatment
Laser skin resurfacing is one of the best ways to address many of the most common skin concerns, including sunspots, age spots, wrinkles, rosacea, redness, acne scars and even acne itself. We have an abundance of effective lasers available to treat these skin concerns, but knowing which one is the right fit for your skin can be confusing. While the correct treatment will ultimately be determined after a consult with your dermatology provider, here’s a look at the top lasers for the face.
To Give Your Skin an Insta-Glow: Laser Genesis
To Rid of Acne Scars: Fractional CO2 Laser
To Zap Broken Blood Vessels: Pulsed Dye Laser
Instead of a Facelift: Fraxel
For Removing Sun Damage: IPL
Laser Treatment
Laser skin resurfacing is one of the best ways to address many of the most common skin concerns, including sunspots, age spots, wrinkles, rosacea, redness, acne scars and even acne itself. We have an abundance of effective lasers available to treat these skin concerns, but knowing which one is the right fit for your skin can be confusing. While the correct treatment will ultimately be determined after a consult with your dermatology provider, here’s a look at the top lasers for the face.
To Give Your Skin an Insta-Glow: Laser Genesis
To Rid of Acne Scars: Fractional CO2 Laser
To Zap Broken Blood Vessels: Pulsed Dye Laser
Instead of a Facelift: Fraxel
For Removing Sun Damage: IPL
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