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Skin Rejuvenation

Gentle, non-ablative heating that boosts collagen with no downtime.

Target (chromophore)
Water
Lasers used
Nd:YAG 1064 nm (long-pulse), 1550 nm fractional non-ablative
Main effect
Non-ablative photothermal
Typical course
3–6 sessions
Recovery time
None to 1 day

1 What is the problem?

Early signs of ageing: dullness, mild fine lines, large pores and loss of firmness.

2 The science

The laser warms the dermis to around 40–45 °C without damaging the surface. This mild heat injury signals fibroblasts (collagen-making cells) to produce new collagen and elastin, gradually firming the skin.

Laser lightNd:YAG 1064 nm (long-pulse)
Absorbed byWater
CausesNon-ablative photothermal

3 Key points to remember

  • Top layer stays intact
  • Subtle, gradual results
  • Suitable for most skin types
  • Often used for maintenance

4 What happens during treatment

  1. 01

    Skin is cleansed

  2. 02

    Laser passes warm the skin

  3. 03

    Mild redness for a few hours

  4. 04

    Normal activities resume the same day

5 Possible risks

Temporary redness and swelling; rare pigment change. Correct settings, skin cooling and experienced hands reduce these risks.

Did you know? Fibroblasts — the collagen factories of the skin — are activated by controlled heat.