Erase damage. Restore your youthful glow.

CO2 Laser
Resurfacing

If wrinkles, age spots, acne scars, and uneven skin tone have left your complexion looking worn and tired, CO2 CoolPeel® Laser Resurfacing offers a safe and effective way to renew your skin and restore a smoother, firmer glow. Using the advanced SmartXide Tetra CO2 laser, CoolPeel precisely removes damaged skin tissue while stimulating collagen production, improving texture, tone, and radiance with results you can both see and feel.

We’re proud to offer this cutting-edge treatment exclusively at our Cherry Creek med spa.

Treatment 

CO2 Laser

CO2 laser is a powerful ablative laser treatment that removes damaged skin layers and promotes collagen regeneration. It is highly effective for treating wrinkles, sun damage, scars, and uneven skin texture. Traditional CO2 lasers typically require longer recovery time due to deeper skin resurfacing but provide significant and lasting skin renewal benefits.

CO2 CoolPeel® Laser 

CoolPeel® is an advanced laser technique that uses CO2 laser technology to treat only the skin’s very surface (the top epidermal layer to be exact). This controlled, gentle delivery minimizes heat damage to surrounding tissue, resulting in less redness and downtime compared to the CO2 laser. CoolPeel effectively improves skin texture, tone, and firmness by stimulating collagen production while promoting faster healing and natural-looking results.

Benefits of CO2 include:

  • Refines skin texture for a smoother, more radiant complexion
  • Diminishes wrinkles, sunspots, and discoloration
  • Softens the look of acne scars and surface imperfections
  • Helps reduce pore size and evens out skin tone
  • Boosts skin firmness by encouraging natural collagen growth

Areas We Treat 

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    Face
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    Neck, Chest

Available at our Cherry Creek location

Real Clients and Real Results

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Rejuvenate your skin with CO2 and Cool Peel®

Sun damage, wrinkles, scars, and uneven skin texture can make your complexion look aged and dull. CO2 Laser and CO2 CoolPeel® Laser are advanced ablative laser treatments designed to remove damaged skin layers and stimulate collagen regeneration for smoother, firmer, and more youthful skin. Both treatments harness the power of CO2 laser technology but differ in their approach to skin resurfacing and recovery time.

CO2 Laser provides deep, effective skin resurfacing that targets wrinkles, sun damage, scars, and texture irregularities with long-lasting results. While it may require a longer recovery due to its intensive treatment, it delivers significant skin renewal benefits for those seeking dramatic improvements. This treatment is ideal for patients typically ages 40 and above, who are experiencing advanced signs of aging or significant sun damage.

In contrast, CO2 CoolPeel® Laser uses a precise, gentle technique to treat only the skin’s surface, minimizing heat damage to surrounding tissue. This controlled approach results in less redness and downtime while still effectively improving skin tone, texture, and firmness through collagen stimulation. CoolPeel® offers a faster healing process with natural-looking, radiant results. It is well suited for patients generally in their 20s-30s, who want to refresh their complexion and address early signs of aging.

At Facial Aesthetics Inc, we proudly offer both CO2 and CO2 CoolPeel® Laser treatments exclusively at our Cherry Creek location. Whether you desire deeper resurfacing or a gentler refresh, our expert team can help you choose the ideal treatment to reveal smoother, healthier, and revitalized skin.

Your Treatment Journey

  • Expect downtime to range from 5-7 days for CoolPeel® and 10-14 days for CO2, depending on the depth and intensity of the treatment.
  • Avoid natural sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanners for at least 72 hours prior to your appointment.
  • Stop using skincare products that contain exfoliating ingredients such as retinoic acid, tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic or salicylic acids, and astringents at least 72 hours before treatment.
  • Some medications and supplements may increase your risk of bruising or sensitivity – consult your provider to determine what should be paused.
  • Inform your provider if you’ve taken Accutane within the last 12 months, as this may affect eligibility for treatment.
  • Inform your aesthetician if you are on any Steroid medications (topical or oral) or any antibiotics.
  • If you have a history of cold sores, start a course of antiviral medication before and after treatment to prevent a breakout.
  • Clients with Fitzpatrick skin types IV may be required to pre-treat with Hydroquinone and Retinol for 2+ weeks to minimize the risk of hyperpigmentation.
  • CoolPeel treatments typically take 1 hour total, including 30 minutes for numbing.
  • CO2 DOT treatments take approximately 2 hours, with 1 hour for numbing and about 45–60 minutes for laser treatment.
  • A topical numbing cream is applied to ensure your comfort.
  • You may feel a warm, prickly, or tingling sensation—CoolPeel is gentler, while CO2 DOT provides deeper resurfacing.
  • Your provider will customize the treatment to your skin type and goals, ensuring safe, even, and effective results.
  • Follow your provider’s post-care instructions closely to support healing and maximize results.
  • Avoid sun exposure while healing to prevent sensitivity, heat reactions, and pigmentation.
  • Redness, swelling (especially under the eyes), pinpoint bleeding, and warmth are normal for the first 12–24 hours.
  • Sleep elevated and use cool compresses to reduce swelling in the first day or two.
  • Expect bronzed or “coffee ground” flaking within 2–3 days for DOT, with skin exfoliating naturally between days 4–7—do not pick.
  • Use only approved skincare; avoid scrubs, exfoliants, or facial tools until peeling is fully complete (usually around day 7).
  • Change pillowcases nightly and avoid contact with pet saliva or dander for at least 24–48 hours.

CO2 DOT & Cool Peel® | Frequently Asked Questions

Some medical-aesthetics services at Facial Aesthetics are delegated to aestheticians by John Grossman, M.D. (CDRH.0018139).

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