FRAXEL Laser

What Is Fraxel®?

Fraxel® is a non-invasive laser treatment that helps improve skin tone, texture, and overall appearance. It targets sun damage, precancers, fine lines, acne scars, and other common signs of aging by stimulating your skin’s natural collagen production. It can also be used to reduce scars, acne scarring, and risk of basal cell and squamous cell cancers.

 Pre-Treatment Instructions:

• Avoid sun exposure and tanning beds for at least 2 weeks prior to treatment. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily (SPF 30 or higher).

• Discontinue retinoids, glycolic acids, or other exfoliants at least 5–7 days before your appointment, unless otherwise advised.

• No waxing, chemical peels, or microdermabrasion for 1–2 weeks before your session.

• Let us know if you have a history of cold sores. A prescription antiviral may be recommended to prevent an outbreak.

• Please arrive with clean skin on the day of the procedure: No makeup, lotions, or skincare products.

What to Expect During the Treatment:

• The area to be treated will be cleansed, and a topical anesthetic will be applied to reduce discomfort. Depending on the treatment, you will be numb for 60-90 minutes.

• You may feel a warm, prickling sensation during the procedure. Most patients describe it as tolerable.

• The session typically lasts 20–30 minutes, depending on the size and location of the treatment area.

• A cooling device will be used to soothe the skin during the procedure.

Day one: The skin will have a pink color and some swelling. It may feel very tight and have a glossy or shiny appearance as the skin will soon begin to peel. We recommend icing the skin after the treatment which will help to relieve the swelling.

Day two: The skin will begin to turn a bronze color, almost as if it was exposed to a lot of sun, it still may feel tight and dry at this point. Don’t worry – this is completely normal!

Days three to five: This is when the skin will go through the peeling process. Most flaking will happen during the third and fourth day, and some residual peeling may continue into the fifth. During this phase, it's very important for clients not to pick or pull off the flaking skin as this could cause scarring. If need be, a better alternative is to use scissors to clip the dead skin, but obviously, take great care while doing so.

Day six: The new, fresh skin will begin to reveal itself!

Day seven: The skin should be done flaking and will look glowing, clearer, and more refined.

We also like to inform clients that even after a week, their new skin will continue to be sensitive. It's important to wear a sunscreen of preferably SPF 50 and to avoid any prolonged sun exposure for up to two weeks after the treatment.