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CO₂ Fractional Laser – Gold Standard Skin Resurfacing

An advanced medical-grade laser treatment designed to dramatically improve skin texture, tone, firmness, and overall skin quality. Widely considered the gold standard for skin resurfacing and correction of visible skin concerns.

What is CO₂ Fractional Laser?

CO₂ Fractional Laser is an advanced medical-grade laser treatment designed to dramatically improve skin texture, tone, firmness, and overall skin quality. It is widely considered the gold standard for skin resurfacing and correction of visible skin concerns.

The treatment works by resurfacing the skin in a controlled, fractional way, stimulating intense collagen renewal while leaving surrounding skin intact for faster healing.

Becky Colwill performing CO2 Fractional Laser treatment on a patient
The Science

How CO₂ Fractional Laser Works

The laser creates thousands of microscopic treatment zones in the skin. These micro-columns:

Remove damaged outer skin layers

Trigger powerful collagen and elastin production

Stimulate skin regeneration from deep within

Improve skin structure and strength

By treating only a fraction of the skin at a time, CO₂ Fractional Laser delivers dramatic results with controlled downtime.

Why Choose CO₂ Laser

Key Benefits

This treatment significantly improves both skin appearance and skin health.

Improves fine lines and wrinkles
Tightens and firms skin
Reduces acne scars and surgical scars
Minimises enlarged pores
Improves pigmentation and sun damage
Smooths uneven skin texture
Boosts collagen for long-term rejuvenation
Results are long-lasting
Versatile Treatment

Areas CO₂ Laser Can Treat

CO₂ Fractional Laser is particularly effective for areas with visible ageing, scarring, or texture irregularities.

Face

  • Full face rejuvenation
  • Under-eye fine lines
  • Crow's feet
  • Cheeks and mid-face
  • Mouth lines and smoker's lines
  • Jawline and lower face

Body

  • Neck and décolletage
  • Hands
  • Arms
  • Abdomen
  • Surgical or acne scar areas
During Treatment

What to Expect

  • A strong topical anaesthetic is applied for comfort
  • Treatment time varies between 30–90 minutes, depending on the area
  • You may feel warmth or a prickling sensation during treatment
  • The procedure is well tolerated and performed in a clinical setting
Recovery

Aftercare & Recovery

  • Redness and swelling similar to sunburn for several days
  • Skin may feel tight, dry, and flaky as it heals
  • Micro-crusting or peeling can occur
  • Downtime typically ranges from 5–10 days, depending on intensity
  • Full skin recovery continues over several weeks

Strict sun protection and post-treatment skincare are essential for best results.

Transformative

Results

  • Visible improvement once initial healing (one week) is complete
  • Continued collagen remodelling for 3–6 months
  • Smoother, firmer, clearer skin
  • Long-lasting rejuvenation with proper skincare

Many clients see significant improvement after just one single treatment, with additional sessions optional depending on skin concerns.

CO2 Fractional Laser results - Immediately after, 24 hours, and Day 3 recovery progression
CO2 Fractional Laser recovery timeline - 1 hour, 2 hours, 24 hours, and 1 week after treatment
Testimonials

Client Reviews

"The improvement in my skin texture is incredible. My acne scars are noticeably smoother and my skin looks tighter and more youthful. The downtime was completely worth it."

"I've tried many treatments over the years, but CO₂ laser gave me the most dramatic results. My skin looks clearer, firmer, and brighter. I honestly wish I'd done it sooner."

Why Choose CO₂ Fractional Laser?

CO₂ Fractional Laser is ideal for clients seeking visible, transformative skin improvement. It addresses multiple skin concerns in one treatment by resurfacing damaged skin and stimulating deep collagen renewal, delivering results that topical treatments and non-ablative lasers simply cannot achieve.

Aesthetic MedicalBy Becky Colwill

Award-winning aesthetic treatments in Trowbridge, Wiltshire. Natural-looking results, trusted by clients across the South West.

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    Trowbridge, BA14 8HN
  • 07715 625854

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