CO2 Laser Treatment in Tucson

Fractional CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing in Tucson

Smooth, Tighten & Renew Your Skin with Laser Rejuvenation at Tucson Cosmetics

Looking to reverse sun damage, smooth fine lines, and refresh your skin’s texture? Fractional CO2 Laser Resurfacing is one of the most powerful treatments available for non-surgical skin rejuvenation. At Tucson Cosmetics, we use advanced fractional CO2 laser technology to help you achieve brighter, younger-looking skin with long-lasting results.

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What Is CO2 Laser Resurfacing?

Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing uses targeted beams of light to remove damaged skin and stimulate the production of collagen. This laser works in a precise grid pattern, creating controlled micro-injuries that trigger the body’s natural healing process. As a result, the skin becomes smoother, firmer, and more even in tone.

Unlike traditional ablative lasers, fractional CO2 technology treats only a fraction of the skin’s surface at a time, allowing for faster healing and fewer risks. The treatment targets:

  • Fine lines and moderately deep wrinkles

  • Sunspots and uneven pigmentation

  • Acne scars and surgical scars

  • Enlarged pores and rough texture

  • Sagging or lax skin

Benefits of Fractional CO2 Laser Treatment

  • Improves overall skin tone and texture

  • Softens wrinkles around the eyes and mouth

  • Reduces brown spots and sun damage

  • Tightens skin on the face, neck, chest, arms, and hands

  • Stimulates new collagen production for long-term rejuvenation

  • Removes pre-cancerous skin cells for added medical benefit

What Areas Can Be Treated?

While most patients choose CO2 laser resurfacing for the face, the treatment can also rejuvenate other areas affected by sun damage or aging, including:

  • Neck

  • Décolletage (chest)

  • Hands and arms

  • Eyelids

  • Around the mouth

  • In combination with surgical lifting for even more natural results

How CO2 Laser Resurfacing Works

The fractional CO2 laser emits microscopic beams of energy that penetrate the skin’s surface, targeting water molecules in the skin. This vaporizes damaged tissue and creates thousands of micro-wounds. These micro-zones promote new skin regeneration and trigger collagen synthesis — the key to smoother, firmer, youthful-looking skin.

Since untreated skin remains between the treated spots, healing is quicker and more comfortable compared to older laser techniques. New skin begins to appear within 5 to 10 days.

Before Your Treatment

Before undergoing laser skin resurfacing, we will:

  • Discuss your goals and identify targeted areas

  • Take baseline photos for tracking your progress

  • Provide a full pre-procedure briefing, including risks, benefits, and aftercare

  • Recommend comfortable clothing and ask you to bring someone to drive you home

During the Procedure

To ensure your comfort, we use a combination of a topical anesthetic and a local injection. General anesthesia is not necessary and is typically avoided due to higher risks. Once numb, your provider at Tucson Cosmetics will apply tailored laser settings based on your skin type and desired results.

The procedure typically lasts 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on the size of the area being treated.

Recovery & Expected Results

After treatment, you may experience redness, warmth, and swelling, particularly around the eyes. The skin may appear sunburned and moist, with mild crusting for the first few days.

Here’s what to expect:

  • Days 3–5: Old, damaged skin begins to peel

  • Day 7–10: Light flaking continues; most patients can wear makeup again

  • Weeks 1–4: Skin feels smoother and tighter

  • Months 3–6: Full collagen production and visible results become apparent

You’ll receive detailed post-procedure care instructions to help you recover comfortably and protect your skin during healing. Recommendation: Once healed, a light chemical peel can be used months later to maintain results and brighten the complexion.

Frequently Asked Questions on CO2 laser

Most patients experience redness and peeling for 5–10 days. You can resume light activities during this time, and makeup is usually safe after 7–10 days.

In most cases, one treatment provides dramatic results. However, some patients with deeper lines or significant sun damage may benefit from a second treatment after several months.

We apply topical and local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. You may feel a warm sensation during and shortly after the procedure, similar to a sunburn.

Make an appointment with us to discuss how we can serve you the best!

*Individual Results may vary and no guarantees can be made.

**Results may vary. Unless noted otherwise, testimonials provided are patients of Tucson Cosmetics who have undergone completed treatment(s.) Before and after images reflect real results from real patients, although individual results may vary. Statements estimating treatment duration and the amount of treatments required are based on the typical experience of patients of Tucson Cosmetics, however, duration and amount of treatments needed may vary per client. A guarantee is neither provided nor implied.