What if you could erase hyperpigmentation, skin dullness, wrinkles, acne scars, and fine lines to reveal radiant, flawless skin? Fraxel Laser Resurfacing reverses signs of aging and skin imperfections to create a more vibrant appearance that will leave you positively glowing.
If you’re concerned about unsightly scarring or uneven skin, you don’t need to keep spending time and money on expensive cosmetics and cover-ups. Book a consultation with our skin experts at PearlMD to discuss your options and learn how Fraxel Laser Resurfacing can help you regain your natural radiance.
What is Fraxel Laser Resurfacing?
Fraxel Laser Treatments work not just on the face but are used on the decolletage, neck, arms and hands. It works exceptionally well on textured acne scars like boxcar, icepick or rolling scars.
This treatment involves a microscopic, non-invasive laser that changes the surface of the skin. Lasers deeply penetrate scar tissue and provide more effective results than any topical cream or serum.
The laser treatment breaks up the scar tissue, allowing the body to produce more collagen to fill the area. Fraxel targets a bit of the skin each time, making it known as a fractional skin resurfacing treatment.
Benefits of Fraxel Laser Resurfacing
Fraxel fills in scar tissue, smooths wrinkles, fades brown/dark spots/hyperpigmentation, and resurfaces your skin tone. It effectively reduces pockmarks (indented, pitted acne scars) and is a more aggressive laser treatment than other similar procedures.
Fraxel Laser Resurfacing is effective at treating:
- Sun Damage
- Pigmentation
- Acne Scarring
- Fine Lines, Wrinkles and Creases
- Actinic Keratosis
How does Fraxel Laser Resurfacing work?
Fraxel Laser Resurfacing is fast and effective, with minimal pain or side effects. The device is applied using directed laser energy to the skin. There is also a specialized cooling device to assist with the comfort of the treatment.
The laser energy generates small thermal columns of damage into the skin, stimulating new growth. The new, healthy cells gradually replace the damaged ones. The process works from the inside of the body outwards by accelerating the body’s healing process naturally.
Patients may feel gentle heat with pricking when the lasers are applied to the skin. One of our trained nurses will use topical numbing, this will ensure maximal comfort during the procedure.
After the procedure, you may experience some redness, scaliness, and peeling for the first few days. The chest area takes longer to heal, so don’t worry if the process appears slow.
Patients are urged to use ample sunscreen. Your skin will be sensitive to UV rays, and you should avoid harsh prescription acne treatments. You can use gentle cleansers and moisturizers twice daily.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fraxel Laser Resurfacing
Is Fraxel Laser Resurfacing suitable for me? |
This procedure is ideal for those who want to look good or have a younger appearance. It is perfect for those requiring little downtime.
It suits any lifestyle and beauty routine. Fraxel treatments target most body areas, including the neck, face, chest, hands, buttocks, arms, legs, and abdomen. |
How to prepare for Fraxel Laser Resurfacing? |
Before your appointment, ensure you are not extensively breaking out, have open wounds, or have facial infections. Avoid products containing retinoids for one week before your treatment.
On the day of your appointment, patients are topically numbed for 30 minutes. Depending on the area, treatments take 20-30 minutes. Treatments produce gradual heating sensation on the skin and causes mild to moderate discomfort that can have a minor prickling sensation. Since the face is numbed, you should feel only mild to moderate discomfort. |
How painful is Fraxel? |
While the pain is minimal for most of our patients, pain tolerance is subjective. Most people report mild stinging, while others feel like they have been stung by bees or experience a burning sensation.
During your initial consultation with a PearlMD representative, you can discuss any concerns you may have regarding pain or discomfort. The comfort and satisfaction of our patients is our number one priority, and our specialists will do everything they can to ensure your treatment is fast, effective and as painless as possible. |
How long does Fraxel last? |
The results of Fraxel Laser Resurfacing are long-lasting, but the exact length of time varies from patient to patient. On average, you can expect to enjoy the results of your Fraxel treatment for roughly a year.
Many factors can influence how long the results will last, and one of our specialists can discuss these specifics further during your consultation. |
Is Fraxel Laser Resurfacing suitable for me? |
This procedure is ideal for those who want to look good or have a younger appearance. It is perfect for those requiring little downtime and suits any lifestyle and beauty routine.
Fraxel treatments target most body areas, including the neck, face, chest, hands, buttocks, arms, legs, and abdomen. |