Fractionated CO2 is widely considered the gold standard in advanced skin resurfacing — and one of the most transformative treatments offered at NewSkin Laser Center in Northridge and Simi Valley. By delivering microscopic columns of laser energy deep into the dermis, fractionated CO2 triggers powerful collagen remodeling that dramatically improves wrinkles, scars, and skin laxity in a single treatment for many patients.
Unlike fully ablative resurfacing, the 'fractional' approach treats only a fraction of the skin's surface at a time, leaving healthy tissue intact between the microscopic treatment columns. That intact tissue accelerates healing and reduces overall downtime, while the treated zones drive the deep wound-healing response that produces new collagen, tighter skin, and visibly improved texture over the following weeks and months.
Fractionated CO2 is highly effective for moderate to deep wrinkles, acne scars and surgical scars, advanced sun damage, uneven pigmentation, enlarged pores, and skin laxity around the eyes, mouth, and jawline. Many patients see continued improvement for up to six months as new collagen forms, and a single comprehensive session often delivers results comparable to a series of lighter treatments.
A fractionated CO2 session at our Southern California medical spa takes about an hour. After thorough cleansing and topical numbing — sometimes combined with local anesthesia for deeper treatments — the laser is passed across the treatment area in a precise pattern. Immediately after, the skin feels hot and looks bronzed; over the next five to seven days the treated tissue sloughs and reveals fresh, pink, smoother skin. Strict sun avoidance, occlusive moisturizer, and physician-guided aftercare are essential for the best results.
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