Carbon laser peel in Ottawa is a process that can help reduce skin concerns like acne and pigmentation. The result is bright, clear, smooth skin. This treatment is perfect for those who want to improve the appearance of their skin without undergoing surgery. The carbon laser peel can be used on the face, neck, chest, and hands. It is a minimally-invasive procedure that uses laser energy to penetrate the top layer of skin.
How does it work?
This is a two-stage process. A carbon lotion is applied to the skin. We use a laser to stimulate the healing process. Through the procedure, collagen, elastin, and fibroblast are produced and begin to remodel and rejuvenate the skin. It can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It also allows the pores to contract. For acne, it goes directly to the membrane and destroys the acne and its inflammation.
The carbon lotion is removed using a short pulse Q-switched laser in the second phase. This breaks apart the carbon and then absorbs the particles. At the same time, it removes any dead skin, oils, and impurities. This results in a deep exfoliation that will leave the skin brighter and smoother.
What to expect from carbon laser peel?
Before the treatment, you will be scheduled for an assessment visit. This will allow our Ottawa skin clinic to develop a personalized plan for your treatment. We will take a detailed medical history and ask other pertinent questions. Your safety is our utmost concern, and we expect our clients to be forthcoming so that we can best treat them.
On the day of the treatment, we begin with a skin cleaning and applying a thin layer of carbon paste. Passing the laser over the skin’s surface will immediately break down the carbon. We generally perform several passes over the skin. Then, using a short pulse Q-switched laser will remove the carbon mask and any impurities along with it.
During the procedure, you are seated in a relaxing chair. Many of our clients drift off in a nap since it is a painless process.
What does it treat?
At our clinic, we use carbon peel to treat several conditions.
- Acne and Bacne
- Pigmentation and uneven skin tones
- Ageing skin
- Enlarged pores
Does it have any side effects?
This treatment has proven completely safe, with no reports of significant complications or side effects. There is generally a bit of redness, and the skin will tingle, both of which will subside over the next several hours. There is no downtime or recovery period. You may resume daily activities immediately.
How many sessions will I need?
The number of sessions is determined by the size of the treatment area and the amount of correction to be achieved. A standard recommendation is two to six treatments over two to three weeks.
What do I need to do after the procedure?
You can soothe any redness by using aloe vera gel. While there is redness, be sure the skin is clean and dry. After that, makeup is fine, although a natural mineral foundation is preferred over an oil-based product. We recommend minimal sun exposure, no smoking, and being as stress-free as possible. Sunscreen with an SPF rating of 50 is best.
If there is any blistering, keep the area as clean as possible and avoid touching or picking at it, resulting in scarring.
Contact Dermis Advanced Skin Care for carbon laser peel in Ottawa.
As you can tell, our carbon peel uses a mask that draws out skin impurities. Chemical peels use acidic compounds to move into the epidermis and exfoliate the top layers. A chemical peel will need higher concentrations to achieve the same result, which means more downtime while the swelling and redness reduced. Our carbon laser peel in Ottawa renews the skin through heat, and the chemical peel uses chemical reactions.
