Laser Resurfacing NYC

If your skin reveals signs of aging, then yes, you may be a good candidate for for laser skin resurfacing.

While results may vary, clinical research¹²¹³ has reported that Laser skin surfacing procedure may correct skin flaws including:

• Acne scares
• Improvement in sagging skin
• Can Clear sun damaged skin
• May Smooth fine lines and wrinkles
• Frown lines
• Squint lines
• Deep wrinkles
• Rosacea
• Uneven skin tone
• May Tighten lower eyelids

The two types of fractional lasers for skin resurfacing that are commonly used are carbon dioxide (CO2) and erbium.

CO2 laser is considered an effective procedure for treatment of wrinkles, removing fine lines, decrease the appearance of deep wrinkles, acne scars, and smooth the skin.¹ Typically, treatment sessions last 15 to 90 minutes. With laser skin resurfacing healing time may take up to one to four months and will require sun protection with a high SPF sunscreen for up to six months.*

Erbium is less intense and gentler fractional laser compared to other technologies. Recovery times are generally quicker with erbium laser treatment and patients usually experience less pain and swelling. Healing and final results with erbium laser for skin resurfacing treatment are typically seen within one to four weeks.*²

Our laser-certified licensed estheticians have performed hundreds of  laser resurfacing treatments in our NYC offices.

While no procedure is completely void of risk, when a qualified, experienced professional performs laser resurfacing, complications are rare and are usually minor. Though rare, some of the risks associated with laser resurfacing include: burns, scarring and lightening/darkening of the treated skin area from the heat of the laser.*¹

We at SKINNEY Medspa believe that everyone has her own unique way of expressing her beauty and it’s been our mission to help you do just that with the use of advanced cosmetic technologies. Our staff is composed of registered nurses and laser-certified licensed estheticians to help you achieve a more gorgeous you.

The FDA has approved Pixel Perfect for various types of skin.*

Gravity of pain actually depends on the person’s pain threshold. But according to clinical studies, the majority of participants  who have undergone this procedure, report minimal pain.*¹

Generally, these treatments take about 30 minutes or less, unless you have advanced sun damage. If that’s the case, the treatment mayl be longer. The exact duration depends on your individual condition.*

Safety is a common concern for anyone who intends to undergo cosmetic procedure. Pixel Perfect is cleared by the FDA and we at SKINNEY Medspa take every effort to ensure your comfort and safety.