Age spots, wrinkles and acne scars can ruin an otherwise clear complexion, but you don’t have to settle for layers of makeup to hide skin problems and achieve a healthier appearance.   

Laser skin resurfacing treatments are a step up from skin rejuvenation treatments such as microdermabrasion and deep chemical peels, and can help remove scar tissue, skin discoloration and pigmentation after a short series of treatments.   

If you want to improve your skin tone without resorting to surgery or other invasive procedures, laser skin resurfacing may be a valuable treatment for you. Consider these six benefits of these innovative facial rejuvenation treatments:  

Laser Resurfacing Can Treat Acne Scars

Acne scars can be difficult to treat with over the counter products such as scar removal creams and serums. Laser treatments can help rebuild the damaged tissues and reduce the appearance of acne scars. A series of treatments can effectively get rid of acne scars permanently, leaving skin smooth and brightening up the complexion.  

Laser Skin Resurfacing Helps Remove Fine Lines and Wrinkles

The heat and energy from the laser treatment penetrates deep within the skin’s layers to increase collagen production.  This helps skin look ‘plumper’ as cells begin to repair and regenerate, and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the skin’s surface.  

Laser Resurfacing Reduces Signs of Sun Damage

Age spots or ‘sun spots’ are a result of overexposure to UV rays, and can leave dark pigmentation on the cheeks, forehead, chin, and other areas of the face. Laser resurfacing treatments can slowly reduce the appearance of these damaged cells so they become much less noticeable and may even disappear after a series of treatments.  

Laser Skin Resurfacing Increases Collagen Production

The powerful laser energy that reaches deep within the skin’s layers can ‘injure’ the skin so that it stimulates the production of collagen. Collagen is the essential fiber that gives skin a smooth and supple appearance; more collagen helps increase skin healing time and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.  

Laser Resurfacing Reduces Skin Pigmentation

Pigmented skin as a result of scars, blemishes or just a dull complexion overall can be improved with laser resurfacing technology. Laser treatments can lighten up the skin tone to create a brighter, more youthful-looking appearance.  

Laser Skin Resurfacing Removes Moles and Freckles

Moles and freckles can be a result of sun damage, or appear on the skin at different stages of life. Laser treatments can help remove the discolored patches of skin permanently, and encourage healthy cell growth for a smoother and blemish-free look.  

Whether you want to reduce the signs of aging or achieve a healthier glow, laser skin resurfacing treatments can help you achieve a brighter, more youthful look. Laser skin resurfacing technologies such as the Erbium laser and Fraxel CO2 Laser are especially effective for skin that has become discolored from trauma or injury, and these can help repair damaged tissues and encourage healthier skin cell growth for months after treatment.  

Learn more about laser skin resurfacing and skin rejuvenation in our information guide, or consult with a cosmetic dermatologist in your area to find out how laser skin resurfacing can help you achieve a clearer complexion.