With modern skin resurfacing technology, laser resurfacing can effectively treat wrinkles, fine lines, sun damage, uneven texture, pigmentation, and more.
At Sydney-based Infinity Skin Clinic, we use the advanced Halo laser by Sciton, which uniquely combines both ablative and non-ablative wavelengths. The treatment is a versatile and effective option for a variety of skin concerns and achieves significant results with minimal downtime.
Read on to learn more about Halo and how laser resurfacing works. If you want personalised advice and to see if the treatment is a suitable option for you, please contact our team to book your consultation.
What is Halo laser resurfacing?
The Halo laser, created by Sciton, is the first hybrid fractional laser that delivers both ablative and non-ablative laser energy to the treatment area. The dual-wavelength technology allows the Halo laser to target the skin’s surface and deeper layers simultaneously.
The ablative laser removes the outermost layers of damaged skin, while the non-ablative laser penetrates deeper to stimulate collagen production and promote long-term skin regeneration. The combination addresses a range of skin concerns more effectively than traditional lasers, which typically use only one wavelength.
Halo can treat various areas, such as the face, eyes, neck, chest/décolletage, and hands, and focus on quite a variety of skin concerns, including signs of ageing, sun damage, and textural concerns.
A treatment session usually lasts 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the size of the area being treated and the type of skin concern being treated. Patients often describe a feeling of warmth or prickling during the treatment, but a topical anaesthetic can help keep discomfort to a minimum.
The treatment achieves results gradually, typically with multiple treatment sessions. The customisable nature of the treatment allows us to create a personalised treatment plan, which will include the expected number of sessions needed to achieve noticeable results.
What stands out about Halo laser resurfacing?
Created with advanced technology and backed by research, the Halo laser is flexible and highly customisable, allowing personalised treatments.
Tailored treatments essentially mean better results, as each person’s treatment plan can carefully consider the type of skin condition being treated, any skin sensitivities and other individual factors.
The Halo laser can also deliver long-lasting results with just a few treatments. Many patients may achieve sufficient results after just one or two sessions, although this can vary depending on individual skin concerns and goals.
In addition to achieving effective results, the laser can also help maintain results in the longer term with tailored maintenance treatments. These treatments can be performed annually or as often as needed.
Before a laser resurfacing treatment
It’s always a good idea to make sure that laser treatments, including Halo, are suitable for you when it comes to your personal needs and expectations.
Before your treatment, you’ll need to have a consultation to discuss your goals so that we can assess your suitability. We’ll need to assess your skin type, identify your specific concerns, and discuss any details about your medical history related to the treatment. We can also explain the procedure in detail, outlining what you can expect before, during, and after the treatment.
We can also provide you with instructions for preparing your skin for the treatment. Generally, we recommend avoiding sun exposure, tanning beds, and certain skincare products (such as exfoliants) for at least two weeks before your treatment. We’ll also advise you to use a good sunscreen with high SPF and keep your skin well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water and regularly applying moisturiser.
What to expect after a laser treatment
In the days following the treatment, the skin in the area may begin to peel and flake as it heals and regenerates, depending on the strength of your personalised treatment.
Peeling and flaking indicate that the laser energy has effectively stimulated the skin’s natural healing processes. Your skin can feel warm and appear red, but this should subside within a few days.
During this time, following the post-treatment care instructions that we provide will ensure that you’re caring for your treated skin well. Aftercare instructions usually include sticking to only gentle skincare products, avoiding sun exposure and shielding the treated area from UV rays, and avoiding undergoing other skin treatments for some time. We’ll specify how long to follow these instructions during your consultation, as it will depend on the strength of your treatment, the area being treated, and the condition of the area.
While Halo laser resurfacing is effective and requires following aftercare instructions, you can resume your normal daily routine afterwards, as long as you avoid sun exposure. It’s a non-invasive treatment, and while it does involve some downtime, it shouldn’t be expensive and should only last one to two weeks, depending on the details of your treatment.
The results Halo laser resurfacing can achieve
After Halo laser, you may notice improvements in your skin’s texture and tone, a reduction of fine lines and wrinkles, less visibility of sun damage, such as sun spots, and more. Thanks to the advanced and powerful nature of the laser, you can even see results in as little as one-to-two treatments.
Results after laser resurfacing can take some time. This is because the treatment effectively stimulates the body’s healing response to repair the treated area.
Some results can sometimes be noticeable after the skin’s initial healing period after the treatment (about one to two weeks), but full results should begin to show over the coming months, especially if you need more than one treatment.
Collagen production and all of the effective steps involved in skin regeneration are gradual processes – essentially, this is part of what makes the treatment so effective.
Halo laser resurfacing at Infinity Skin Clinic
At Infinity Skin Clinic, we have a team of experienced dermal and laser therapists who can carefully assess the needs of your skin and recommend the best way to achieve your goals.
Based in Sydney, we offer advanced treatments that can improve a variety of skin concerns in a tailored, personalised approach.
If you want to treat sun damage, skin texture, fine lines and wrinkles, pigmentation and more, contact our team to book your consultation and have an individual skin assessment.