Is Laser Skin Resurfacing Painful?

Before your laser skin resurfacing treatment begins, you will be prepped with topical numbing gel to ease any discomfort during the procedure. Afterward, you may feel mild tenderness or swelling and will be given an ice pack to help soothe the skin. These side effects are temporary and should reduce or disappear soon after your treatment session.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

The frequency of laser skin resurfacing treatments at Lux Skin Lasers varies with our patients, as they have different goals for their treatments. In general, we recommend anywhere from two to four sessions to reach optimal results, though the overall number of sessions will depend on your aesthetic goals. Regular maintenance appointments are suggested to retain the results of your laser skin resurfacing treatments over a longer period of time.

How Long Until I See the Results?

Laser skin resurfacing is a superficial, non-invasive treatment that is designed to reveal results over time. While most patients may notice a visible improvement immediately after their first session, their best results may occur after two to four treatments or more, depending on their aesthetic goals. Lux Skin Lasers recommends allowing your body to engage in its natural restorative collagen cycle to replenish damaged skin, allowing beautiful, glowing skin to emerge over time.

Can I Combine Laser Skin Resurfacing with Other Procedures?

A laser skin resurfacing treatment can be safely combined with injectables, hair growth treatments, or other cosmetic non-surgical treatments for a fully refreshed look. Please let your provider know about any cosmetic treatments you are interested in at the time of your consultation so they may recommend the best combination of treatments for your holistic skincare needs. Your customized Lux Skin Lasers skincare treatment plan will include all the procedures and pricing options at the time of your consultation.

What Are the Risks Associated with Laser Skin Resurfacing?

Laser skin resurfacing treatments are generally safe and well-tolerated by the majority of our patients. However, they have also been known to be associated with the following complications: Redness Swelling Tenderness Peeling Itching Changes in skin sensitivity Hyper or hypopigmentation

King Of Prussia & Bryn Mawr

Laser Skin Resurfacing

Introduction

Introduction to CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing

Laser treatments have been proven to be incredibly effective at turning back the clock and creating healthy, radiant skin. Over the past decade, these treatments have become an increasingly popular choice to address damaged skin and stimulate collagen renewal. Our Doctors perform state-of-the-art CoolPeel CO2, considered the “baby CO2” and the traditional Deka Tetra CO2, to achieve noticeable results without the downtime associated with the traditional CO2 treatment and is safe on all skin types. Schedule a consultation at our practice serving the Mainline, King of Prussia, and the greater Philadelphia region to learn more about how laser skin resurfacing can help you reverse aging and reveal your inner glow!

What is Laser Skin Resurfacing?

Laser skin resurfacing uses laser technology to reverse skin damage. A concentrated laser targets the surface of the skin and gradually eliminates damaged skin cells. This process stimulates the body’s natural collagen regeneration to create healthy, restored skin.

Lux Skin Lasers uses CoolPeel Treatment, a state-of-the-art laser procedure designed to address a wide range of skin concerns, including fine lines, wrinkles, uneven texture, and sun damage. Unlike traditional CO2 lasers, CoolPeel delivers precise micro-injuries to the skin’s surface, stimulating collagen production and promoting natural healing. This results in smoother, firmer skin with improved tone and texture, all without the discomfort and extended downtime associated with other laser treatments.

What Are the Benefits of Laser Skin Resurfacing?

Our patients in the greater Philadelphia, PA, area love laser skin resurfacing for many of the following key advantages:

Minimal Downtime: Experience minimal downtime compared to traditional CO2 lasers, allowing you to return to your daily activities sooner.
Improved Skin Texture: Smooth away fine lines, wrinkles, and roughness for a more refined complexion.
Even Skin Tone: To achieve a more uniform skin tone, fade sun damage, age spots, and hyperpigmentation.
Stimulated Collagen Production: Boost collagen production for firmer, more youthful-looking skin over time.
Customized Treatment: Tailored to address your specific skin concerns and goals, ensuring optimal results.
Comfortable Procedure: CoolPeel treatment is well-tolerated, with minimal discomfort. Topical anesthesia is available for increased comfort.
Safe and Effective: This is backed by extensive research and performed by our experienced team of professionals for superior outcomes.
Long-lasting Results: Enjoy smoother, radiant skin with proper skincare maintenance and sun protection.

Who Are the Best Candidates for Laser Skin Resurfacing?

CoolPeel laser skin resurfacing suits most skin types, though laser technology has notable limitations on certain skin types. The ideal candidates for CoolPeel are individuals looking to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, uneven texture, or sun damage. The best way to determine if you are a strong candidate for laser skin resurfacing treatments is to schedule a consultation with one of our skincare experts.

What’s the First Step?

If you are interested in learning more about laser skin resurfacing treatments and how they can improve your individual skin conditions, please schedule a consultation with Lux Skin Lasers at either of our practices in Bryn Mawr or King of Prussia, serving the greater Philadelphia region. During your consultation, we’ll evaluate your skin concerns, discuss your goals, and create a customized laser skin resurfacing treatment plan tailored to your needs.

Your provider may also recommend additional cosmetic treatments to create a holistic plan to refresh your appearance. If you prefer to begin your treatment that day, you may do so, or we can schedule your first treatment session for a later time.

What to Expect on the Day of Laser Skin Resurfacing Treatment

Prior to your laser skin resurfacing treatment, your provider will meet with you to review your treatment plan and explain how the laser treatment will target your areas of concern. When you are ready, you will be given protective eyewear, and your skin will be cleansed and applied with a topical numbing gel to ease any discomfort you may feel during the treatment. Your provider will proceed to apply the CoolPeel laser to your skin, carefully addressing every targeted area until the session is complete. Depending on the extent of your treatment, this procedure may take anywhere from ten to thirty minutes.

Laser Skin Resurfacing Recovery

Following your laser skin resurfacing treatment, you may feel temporary minor redness or swelling. You will be given an ice pack to soothe the skin until these side effects are reduced. While CoolPeel laser skin treatments offer minimal downtime for recovery, we still caution patients to avoid sun exposure as the skin will be quite sensitive to sun damage shortly after treatment.

How Much Does CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing Cost in Philadelphia, PA?

We offer two options for CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing in Bryn Mawr, King of Prussia, and the greater Philly. The Coolpeel CO2 is optimal for people who want the effectiveness of CO2 technology without the downtime. We provide patients with very affordable options for the highly sought after and effective CO2 technology.

Cost for this treatment ranges from:

$350 for eyelids only with our senior estheticians; $600 with Dr. Laterra
$600 for eyelids and face with our senior estheticians; $950 with Dr. Laterra:
$750 for eyelids, face and neck with our senior estheticians; $1250 with Dr. Laterra

The Deka CO2 treatments are performed by Dr. Castelli and Dr. Lee (eyelids only with surgeries).

Cost for Deka CO2 treatment ranges from:

$1500 for lower eyelids skin tightening
$2500 for upper and lower lids skin tightening
$3500 for full face including eyelids
$4500 for full eyelids, face and neck tightening

To understand the overall cost of your expected treatment, please schedule a complimentary consultation with our Doctors to discuss your goals.

Why Choose Lux Skin Lasers?

We have the latest and considered “gold standard” CO2 machine, the Tetra CO2 machine. Our doctors perform these treatments often, thus providing optimal results. Our clinic is known for CO2 treatment of the eyelids area, considered the most difficult area to treat- many do not treat this area. Dr. Castelli and Dr. Lee is an expert with the traditional Deka CO2 treatments while Dr. LaTerra prefers to perform less invasive, minimal recovery procedures like the Coolpeel CO2, IPL, Fraxel and Ultherapy.

CoolPeel CO2

CoolPeel CO2 laser treatment can effectively address various concerns, including:

Fine Lines and Wrinkles: CoolPeel can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, particularly those caused by sun damage and aging.
Uneven Skin Texture: It smoothes uneven skin texture, minimizing roughness and promoting a softer, more even complexion.
Sun Damage: CoolPeel can fade sunspots, age spots, and other forms of hyperpigmentation, restoring a more youthful and radiant appearance.
Pores: CoolPeel helps reduce the size of enlarged pores, resulting in a smoother and more refined skin texture.
Skin Tightening: CoolPeel stimulates collagen production, leading to firmer and more elastic skin, which can help tighten sagging areas.

Scars: CoolPeel improves the appearance of acne scars and other types of facial scarring, promoting a smoother and more even skin tone.

Deka CO2

Lux Skin Lasers also uses Deka CO2, a laser that penetrates deeper into the skin to address deeper scarring and wrinkles while avoiding significant damage to the surrounding healthy tissue. This treatment is ideal for patients with advanced skin scarring and laxity, though it may also require more downtime for recovery than the CoolPeel laser.

Laser Skin Resurfacing FAQ’S

The frequency of laser skin resurfacing treatments at Lux Skin Lasers varies with our patients, as they have different goals for their treatments. In general, we recommend anywhere from two to four sessions to reach optimal results, though the overall number of sessions will depend on your aesthetic goals. Regular maintenance appointments are suggested to retain the results of your laser skin resurfacing treatments over a longer period of time.
Laser skin resurfacing is a superficial, non-invasive treatment that is designed to reveal results over time. While most patients may notice a visible improvement immediately after their first session, their best results may occur after two to four treatments or more, depending on their aesthetic goals. Lux Skin Lasers recommends allowing your body to engage in its natural restorative collagen cycle to replenish damaged skin, allowing beautiful, glowing skin to emerge over time.
A laser skin resurfacing treatment can be safely combined with injectables, hair growth treatments, or other cosmetic non-surgical treatments for a fully refreshed look. Please let your provider know about any cosmetic treatments you are interested in at the time of your consultation so they may recommend the best combination of treatments for your holistic skincare needs. Your customized Lux Skin Lasers skincare treatment plan will include all the procedures and pricing options at the time of your consultation.
Laser skin resurfacing treatments are generally safe and well-tolerated by the majority of our patients. However, they have also been known to be associated with the following complications:
- Redness
- Swelling
- Tenderness
- Peeling
- Itching
- Changes in skin sensitivity
- Hyper or hypopigmentation

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I have been seeing Dr Castelli at Lux for some time. He is a great listener and the final result of any treatments always exceeds my expectations! He is honest and gentle and cares about his patients. I highly recommend him for injections and/or weight loss!

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Dr Castelli gave me hope! It’s so encouraging to know there are things he can do to take away some of the signs of aging & I felt so comfortable with him. He was professional yet still friendly & personable, as were his assistants. He explained everything clearly & made suggestions that fit my needs. I am so excited to move forward with all of my skin care concerns.

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