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The Phoenix laser works by targeting the water content in skin cells with intense bursts of light energy. Instead of treating the entire skin surface, the laser delivers energy in a pixelated pattern. It creates a grid of microscopic thermal columns while leaving the surrounding tissue untouched. This fractional approach promotes faster healing and less downtime compared to traditional CO2 lasers. The laser vaporizes damaged outer layers of the epidermis, and its thermal effect heats the deeper dermis. The deep heating stimulates the body’s natural healing process, prompting the production of new collagen and elastin. Over several months, this new collagen improves the skin’s structure and elasticity.
Most patients find it tolerable with the use of a topical anesthetic. Post-treatment feels like a sunburn for 1-2 hours and can be managed with Tylenol.
Expect to see redness, swelling, and peeling for several days to a week. The fractional approach reduces downtime compared to traditional CO2 lasers.
Improvements in skin texture and tone will be visible within weeks. Full collagen benefits develop over several months, with results lasting several years.
Avoid IPL, lasers, or chemical peels for 4 weeks prior to treatment, and filler/neurotoxin injections for 2 weeks before treatment. Your clinician will advise on timing.
