Feeling confident in your skin is powerful. But when you experience dark spots, acne, and scarring, you might not feel as confident as you should. At the Institute for Hormonal Balance, we transform patients’ skin with our popular laser facial treatment.
Our laser skin resurfacing in Arlington targets the top layer of your skin to promote a radiant appearance. If you’re curious about our laser facial, keep reading this guide to gain insight as we answer commonly asked questions.
How does laser skin resurfacing work?
We use a modern laser device to work within the layers of your skin to enhance your texture and tone. The device emits a wavelength of light that heats the underlying layers of your skin to promote healing.
In response to the laser’s thermal energy, your skin increases collagen and elastin production, 2 vital proteins that maintain the skin’s structure and integrity. These proteins and the laser energy help smooth out imperfections, reduce hyperpigmentation, and correct irregular texture. With increased collagen and elastin levels, the results of your treatments can last 12 to 18 months.
What does laser facial treat?
Since the laser gently heats the lower layers of your skin and promotes healing, many patients see visible improvements in skin texture and clarity.
With our laser facial, we can treat:
- Hyperpigmentation, including dark spots, sun spots, and red spots.
- Texture concerns like acne and scarring.
- Signs of aging, including mild fine lines and wrinkles.
What’s downtime like after a laser facial?
Laser skin resurfacing in Arlington requires minimal downtime, around 24 hours. During this time, you might experience redness, dryness, and swelling. After each session, our providers give you post-care instructions to help keep your skin healthy and protected.
A few things to be mindful of after your laser treatment are:
- Use medical-grade sunscreen and skincare to cleanse and protect the skin.
- Do not rub, pick, scratch, or irritate the skin as it heals.
- Avoid exercise and sweating for 2 to 3 days.
- Contact our team with any questions or concerns as your skin heals and regenerates.
How many treatments will I need?
We recommend 3 to 7 sessions of our laser facial. Depending on the severity of your concerns, our experts create a personalized treatment plan to address all of your needs.
We determine how many appointments you need during our consultation process. When you sit down with a member of our team, we ask about your skin goals and assess the skin to get a better understanding of how many laser facials you may need.
Can I combine a laser facial with other treatments?
Yes, combining your laser facial with other aesthetic treatments can enhance and extend your results.
- RF Microneedling: We use the Potenza RF microneedling device to create tiny wounds on the surface of your skin. Simultaneously, the device emits radiofrequency (RF), which heats the lower layers of the skin to stimulate healing, similar to a laser facial.
- Facials: We can deeply exfoliate and cleanse the skin to reduce the appearance of imperfections and texture. Our facials and dermaplaning help improve your skin’s radiance and clarity.
Ready to Enhance Your Skin? Schedule an Appointment
Now that you have some insight into our approach to laser skin resurfacing in Arlington, schedule an appointment with our providers to see if our treatment is right for you. We can create a custom treatment plan combining laser facials, RF microneedling, and more to reveal your best skin yet.
Curious about our other services? Use our treatment planning tool to uncover which treatment best fits your needs. From laser hair reduction to Botox, we can help you reach your skin goals.
