Halo laser resurfacing in naperville

HALO is a hybrid fractional laser that combines ablative and nonablative wavelengths to rejuvenate the surface of your skin and increase collagen production for dramatic, long-lasting results. As a fractional device, it breaks the laser energy up into thousands of smaller beams that are delivered in a grid-like pattern, targeting sections of the skin while leaving the surrounding areas untouched. This allows for more intensive treatments with less downtime. Fractional lasers can be compared to aerating a lawn or planting seeds in a garden — although only certain areas are affected, the entire lawn or garden benefits from treatment.

This will vary from person to person. Generally, only one intensive treatment is required for improving the health and appearance of your skin — two if we are focused on very severe acne scarring or deeper textural repair. The HALO laser is a very tunable device so it can be adjusted to target your exact concerns and deliver the long-lasting results you want.

You will feel minimal to no discomfort during your HALO session. Prior to treatment, numbing cream is first applied to the area for at least 30 minutes to ensure that you remain comfortable while the HALO laser handpiece is rolled across the treatment area in a criss-cross pattern.

You can resume normal activities immediately following your treatment, but for the first 24 hours, we recommend protecting your skin and following all aftercare instructions for optimal healing and results. Most patients experience a few days of social downtime, during which time swelling, redness and flaking may appear. Around day three, tiny dark spots called MENDs (microscopic epidermal necrotic debris) may begin to appear, which are composed of dead skin cells and melanin. This is a normal part of the recovery process and indicative of treated tissue working its way out of the body as newer, fresher and healthier skin is regenerated.

You’ll see initial results within the first week of your HALO laser treatment and the greatest improvement after two to three weeks. Your skin will look healthier and have the much sought-after “HALO glow.” Results improve over time with increased collagen production.

The longevity of your results from a HALO laser treatment could vary depending on several factors, including your skin type, the severity of your concerns and your lifestyle. Generally, patients can expect noticeable improvements that last for years following the procedure. We recommend sunscreen and adopting a healthy skin care routine to maintain your results.