CO₂ Laser Skin Resurfacing
CO₂ Laser Skin Resurfacing
Reveal smoother, brighter, younger-looking skin with advanced CO₂ laser resurfacing at Arizona Beauty House. Using the Cartessa Tetra CO₂ laser, we offer two customizable treatment options: CoolPeel® for lighter resurfacing with minimal downtime and deeper CO₂ resurfacing for more advanced skin correction.
Every client’s skin is different, which is why we customize your treatment based on your skin type, concerns, desired results, and available recovery time.
Why We Use the Cartessa Tetra CO₂
CO₂ laser resurfacing removes damaged outer layers of skin while stimulating natural collagen production beneath the surface. This helps improve fine lines, sun damage, uneven texture, enlarged pores, acne scars, and overall skin quality.
The advanced Cartessa Tetra allows us to control the treatment’s depth and intensity, giving clients the choice between a lighter CoolPeel or a more corrective traditional CO₂ treatment.
Our Two CO₂ Treatment Options
CoolPeel®
CoolPeel is a lighter, superficial CO₂ treatment designed to refresh the skin with minimal heat and downtime. It improves texture, pores, fine lines, and sun damage while stimulating collagen.
Clients may experience one to two days of redness followed by a dry, rough, sandpaper-like texture for several days. A series of treatments may be recommended for optimal results.
Deeper CO₂ Resurfacing
Our deeper CO₂ treatment delivers more intensive resurfacing for clients wanting greater correction. It may be recommended for deeper wrinkles, significant sun damage, acne scarring, advanced texture concerns, or skin laxity.
Because the treatment penetrates more deeply, it involves more redness, peeling, and recovery time. However, deeper treatments generally provide more dramatic results and may require fewer sessions.
Benefits of CO₂ Resurfacing
- Improves fine lines and wrinkles
- Smooths uneven skin texture
- Minimizes the appearance of pores
- Improves acne scars
- Reduces visible sun damage
- Improves uneven pigmentation
- Stimulates collagen production
- Helps firm and tighten the skin
- Customizable treatment depth
- Options for minimal or more advanced resurfacing
What Areas Can Be Treated?
- Face
- Around the eyes
- Around the mouth
- Neck
- Décolleté
- Hands
- Other areas with sun damage or texture concerns
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Am I a Good Candidate?
CO₂ resurfacing may be an excellent option for healthy adults wanting to improve skin texture, fine lines, sun damage, acne scars, or signs of aging.
During your consultation, we’ll evaluate your skin type, medical history, concerns, and available recovery time. We’ll then determine whether CoolPeel or deeper CO₂ resurfacing is the safest and most appropriate option for you.
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What to Expect
A topical numbing cream may be applied before treatment for comfort. Appointment length depends on the treatment area and the depth selected.
After treatment, the skin may feel warm and appear red or swollen. CoolPeel clients typically experience less downtime, while deeper CO₂ resurfacing requires a longer healing period. As your skin heals, new collagen production continues, and results may improve over the following weeks and months.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between CoolPeel and deeper CO₂ resurfacing?
CoolPeel provides lighter, superficial resurfacing with minimal downtime and is ideal for early signs of aging, texture, pores, and sun damage.
Deeper CO₂ resurfacing penetrates further into the skin for greater correction of deeper wrinkles, acne scars, advanced sun damage, and more significant texture concerns. It also requires more recovery time.
Does CO₂ resurfacing hurt?
We use topical numbing and cooling techniques to help maximize comfort. CoolPeel is generally very well tolerated, while deeper treatments may feel more intense.
How many treatments will I need?
Some clients see noticeable improvement after one treatment. A series of CoolPeel treatments may be recommended, while deeper CO₂ resurfacing may produce more significant improvement from a single session. Your treatment plan will depend on your skin and goals.
How much downtime should I expect?
CoolPeel typically causes mild redness followed by a dry, rough texture for several days. Most clients can continue their normal activities.
Deeper CO₂ resurfacing may involve approximately 7–14 days of visible redness, swelling, peeling, and healing, depending on the treatment intensity.
When will I see results?
You may notice smoother, brighter skin once the initial healing is complete. Collagen production continues after treatment, so improvements may develop over several weeks and continue for months.
Can all skin types be treated?
CO₂ treatments must be carefully customized based on skin tone, medical history, sun exposure, and risk of pigmentation changes. CoolPeel may be appropriate for a wider range of skin tones, while deeper CO₂ resurfacing requires additional consideration. A consultation is required to determine candidacy.
Can CO₂ treat acne scars?
Yes. CO₂ resurfacing can improve certain types of acne scars by remodeling damaged skin and stimulating new collagen. The appropriate treatment depth will depend on the type and severity of scarring.
Is there any aftercare?
Yes. You’ll need to keep the skin clean, moisturized, and protected while it heals. Avoid direct sun exposure, excessive heat, sweating, and active skincare ingredients until cleared by your provider. Daily sunscreen is essential following treatment.