When it comes to preserving healthy, youthful looking skin, many people will go through just about any special procedure or operation. However, the appearance of the Fraxel laser is now making it easier for anyone to achieve a beautiful complexion without going under the knife or getting Botox. Find out how the Fraxel laser is changing the way we look at anti-aging skincare treatments.

For years men and women alike have sought cosmetic procedures to help battle against the signs of aging, correct skin disorders, as well as treat acne-scarred skin. The Fraxel Laser is pushing aside traditional laser resurfacing techniques for a quicker, less invasive approach. But the idea of using a laser in skincare treatments isn’t new. For years, traditional laser resurfacing treatments have been available, with the most common one being the CO2 laser. In this process, the laser destroys the entire surface of superficial skin, allowing for newer, fresher skin cells to appear. The only setback with these traditional skincare techniques was the healing phase. Recovering from a CO2 laser skincare treatment could take between several weeks to months. Scarring and permanent redness of the area were also common side effects.

The development of the Fraxel laser now prevents such unsightly side effects by using a new form of laser rejuvenation, which involves only a small portion or fraction of the skin during a treatment session, as opposed to larger areas, hence the name “Fraxel.” By targeting smaller surfaces, the risks involved decrease significantly. While traditional lasers create large areas of healing “wounds,” the Fraxel “wounds” are small enough so that the healing process with new collagen and skin cells can begin immediately. This gives the skin the chance to heal properly without scarring and discoloration.

Now FDA approved, the Fraxel has been used to treat everything from Melasma and wrinkles to acne scars and age spots. Teenagers suffering from bad cases of acne are becoming a growing group of patients seeking the Fraxel laser treatment.

A typical Fraxel procedure involves three sessions, spaced out over 3-4 weeks. While the presence of the laser on the skin can be uncomfortable, the skin is numbed and a cooling device is used prior to the procedure so the pain factor is controlled. Each session takes about 20 minutes. Swelling and slight reddening of the area is common and usually disappears between 24-48 hours.  

As great as this new technology is, not everyone is an ideal candidate. Those who are allergic to the ingredients present in the topical numbing cream may not be able to have the procedure done. If you have a history of cold sores you will have to be put on anti-viral medication prior to getting the Fraxel done. Patients with recent tans will also have to postpone their procedures.

The Fraxel laser isn’t available everywhere so those who are interested in getting this procedure done can research Fraxel laser office locations online.

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