ProFractional® Laser

ProFractional® uses Sciton’s erbium laser to create thousands of microscopic treatment zones in the skin. Because each zone is surrounded by untouched skin, healing is faster and new collagen forms as the skin renews. Settings are customized for every patient, based on your skin and the downtime you can plan for.

Avoid sun exposure and tanning for at least 2 weeks. Discontinue retinoids, glycolic/salicylic acids, and other active skincare ingredients for about a week before treatment.If treating perioral zones, an oral antiviral may be recommended around the time of treatment

We’ll first clean your skin of any makeup and moisturizers. For male patients, you’ll need to shave in order for us to treat your lower face. Numbing cream will be applied to your canvas.

DO

• Cleanse the skin two times a day with plain, lukewarm water with a gentle cleanser, beginning the morning after the treatment, use your hands and gentle patting motions
• Mist or use cool compresses to soothe the treated area if needed.
• Wear a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ daily once the skin has healed enough to tolerate sunscreen.
• Follow any prescribed skincare or medications recommended by your provider.

AVOID

• Direct sun exposure and tanning beds for at least 4 weeks. Tanning beds should always be avoided.
• Picking, scrubbing, or exfoliating the treated area while it is peeling.
• Active skincare ingredients (retinoids, AHAs, BHAs, vitamin C serums) until advised it’s safe to resume.
• Strenuous exercise, hot tubs, saunas, or steam rooms for at least 48–72 hours, or until redness has subsided.
• Makeup application until peeling has mostly resolved (typically 3–5 days, depending on your treatment).

EXPECT

• Redness and mild swelling for 1–3 days; more intensive treatments may take a little longer to settle.
• A sensation similar to a sunburn for the first 12–24 hours.
• Peeling or flaking beginning around day 2–3; this is normal and part of the healing process.
• Gradual improvement in skin tone, texture and clarity as collagen remodels over the following weeks and months.
• Swelling is common and expected immediately after treatment
• Contact the clinic with any concerns (blistering, excessive redness or swelling).

How many treatments are needed?

Often a single treatment provides noticeable improvement, and a series may be recommended depending on your concern. Your provider will build your plan at consultation.

Is it painful?

Topical anesthesia is applied before treatment; most patients describe moderate discomfort during the procedure and a mild sunburn sensation afterward

What kind of results can I expect?

Improved skin texture, reduced fine lines and scarring, evening of pigmentation, and an overall clearer, more refined complexion. Results build over time as new collagen forms

HALO vs ProFractional, which one?

Both are Sciton lasers that renew the skin in different ways. HALO is often chosen for tone, pigmentation and pore size, with minimal downtime. ProFractional® is often chosen for texture, fine lines and scarring, and typically involves a few extra days of recovery. Your provider will recommend the right one for your skin at consultation.

Can I return to normal activities after the treatment?

Absolutely. For the first 48 hours, you should keep your skin protected according to instructions, but after that you will be able to go about your normal activities. After the first 48 hours, your skin will begin to peel, and that may take up to 5-7 days depending on your treatment, but you will be able to put on makeup.