Focused light used to renew the surface and deeper layers of the skin, improving texture, tone, pigmentation and fine lines. The result, when it is done well, is skin that still looks like skin, only clearer and more even.
Laser resurfacing uses controlled beams of light to remove or heat layers of skin in a precise pattern, prompting the body to rebuild with fresher tissue and new collagen. Ablative lasers remove the outer layer for a stronger effect with more downtime. Nonablative and fractional lasers heat the deeper skin while leaving the surface largely intact, which means gentler recovery across a course of sessions.
The right device depends on your skin tone, your concern and your tolerance for downtime. This is one area where a thorough consultation and a test patch matter, because some lasers carry a higher risk of pigment change on richer skin tones.
This is a medical aesthetic treatment. The information here is general and is not medical advice. Outcomes vary from person to person, results are never guaranteed, and every treatment carries some risk. A qualified practitioner should assess your suitability in person and explain the risks before you proceed. Prices shown are indicative ranges only.
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