What is an Erbium Laser?
Erbium lasers, like carbon dioxide lasers, are powerful ablative lasers designed to remove the outer layers of the skin using a burst of energy. Laser resurfacing, also known as a laser peel, has advantages over other methods of resurfacing. Some of these advantages include less swelling, more precision with the ability to target tiny areas like moles, and most importantly, a shorter recovery time. Patients who have had Erbium laser treatments recover twice as quickly as those who have had CO2 laser treatments. There is little burning of surrounding tissues. Side effects may include swelling, redness, and bruising, but this lasts for just a week. The dramatic resurfacing results this laser treatment yields may last up to five years!
The Erbium YAG 2940nm is a resurfacing device that can be used to treat a host of skin concerns and conditions.
What does laser resurfacing treat?
○ Stimulates collagen growth
○ Reduces facial lines and wrinkles
○ Reduces scarring
○ Treats uneven pigment
○ Reduces sun damage
○ Lightens birthmarks
○ Reduces acne scarring
How does the Erbium YAG laser work?
The laser energy targets the water in your skin cells, vaporizing the cells to remove micro-layers of skin at a time. The device is also fractionated, creating micro-channels in the skin that trigger the body to generate new cells and produce more collagen. This leads to smoother, youthful skin with visible reduction in lines, scarring, and hyperpigmentation.
What is the downtime?
5-10 days
Does it hurt?
It depends on the intensity of treatments. Topical anesthesia is applied prior to treatment.
What happens post treatment?
Some redness, heat, and tenderness is expected, along with some peeling, flaking and superficial wounding with more intense treatments. Must stay out of the sun for 2 weeks post treatment to avoid hyperpigmentation, and use a sunscreen everyday after for best results.
When will I see results?
Onset results are visible in 4-10 days after healing, depending on the intensity of your treatment.
How many treatments are required?
Some treatments require more than one session to achieve an optimal outcome.
How long do results last?
Results can be very long-lasting after. Some patients enjoy their improvements for many years. Lighter treatments may need to be repeated more often to maintain a positive outcome.
What are my steps to proceed?
Please schedule a consultation to determine whether this is the right treatment for your aesthetic needs.
What is a Carbon Laser Facial?
The Carbon Laser Facial is also called Carbon Laser Peel. As it provides instant radiance and glowing results with no downtime, this treatment can be done even a day before an important event making it popular among celebrities and lending to its other nickname the “Red Carpet Laser”.
This safe and proven treatment combines the best of nature and science. Carbon is an organic substance renowned for its ability to absorb impurities while the Q-switched laser – a marvel of modern technology – rejuvenates the skin.
The Carbon Laser treatment exfoliates and purifies the skin, removing stubborn build-up of oil and other impurities which cause or aggravate acne and dulls your appearance. Removing dead skin cells helps promote the growth of healthy new skin and your skin will appear more radiant and evenly toned.
What does the Carbon Laser Facial treat?
○ Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
○ Tightens dilated pores
○ Reduces acne, and post acne discoloration
○ Removes dead skin cells from the superficial epidermal layer
○ Stimulates collagen growth
○ Improves skin texture
○ Clears pores to help reduce blackheads and whiteheads
How does the Carbon Laser Facial work?
After using a gentle cleanser to remove make-up, we start by using a mild alcohol swab to degrease the skin to allow better laser penetration. Then a first pass with the Q-switch laser is done to remove surface debris and open skin pores. A thin layer of carbon paste is then applied evenly over the treated area. Once dry, a second pass with the Q-switch laser pushes the carbon particles deeper into the skin and pores. The activated carbon then absorbs excess sebum and other impurities from deep within the skin and beyond the reach of regular facial wash or scrubs. A third and final pass with the Q-switch using a different setting targets and disintegrates the carbon particles and the impurities absorbed.
At this stage, the skin is exfoliated and deep cleansed. The heat energy from the laser promotes collagen production which in turn strengthens dermal structures, resulting in a healthier, more even, and youthful looking complexion. We finish the treatment by applying a hydrating serum and sunscreen.
What is the downtime?
Carbon Laser Facial is minimally invasive, which means that you recover quickly from the treatment and are soon ready to meet life with radiant skin. Some customers may experience mild redness after the treatment, which subsides within a few hours.
Does it hurt?
Not at all. You may experience prickly sensations and heat.
When will I see results?
You will notice soft glowy skin in 24 hours.
How many treatments are required?
The number of sessions needed is dependent on the size of the treatment area, and the desired effect. Usually, we recommend a course of 2-6 treatments, to take place every 2-3 weeks for the best in beautiful, long-lasting results.
How long do results last?
It will depend on the condition of your skin, your skin type and your lifestyle.
You’ll probably notice results after a single treatment. However, for long-term results, we recommend regular treatments and a good skin care regimen.
What are my steps to proceed?
Since this treatment is safe for all skin types you can book online or you can schedule a consultation for more information.
