Collagen Laser

What it is

Laser treatment that stimulates collagen production to tighten the skin and reduce fine lines.

Treatment protocol

• Number: 3-5 treatments

• Interval: 4-6 weeks

• Effect: Gradually over 3-6 months

• Maintenance: Every 6-12 months

• Best results with full series

Procedure

1. Face wash (10-30 min)

2. Laser treatment (10-20 min)

3. Soothing mask and serum (20-30 min)

4. Total time: 40-80 minutes

Duration

90 minutes

Pain level

• Moderate discomfort with anesthesia

• Intensity: 4 out of 10

• Burning, hot feeling

• Tolerable with preparation

• Cooling helps

Downtime

• Minimum: 1-5 days

• Average: 5 days

• Redness and swelling

• Light flaking

• Makeup from day 3

• Social downtime: 7 days

Healing time

Day 0:

• Redness

• Swelling

• Burning sensation

• Route monster possible

Day 1-3:

• Continued redness

• Swelling (especially around the eyes)

• Dryness

• Slightly darker skin

Day 3-7:

• Mild to moderate flaking

• The redness subsides

• Pink skin

• The swelling is gone.

Day 7-14:

• Most of the redness gone

• Makeup can cover the rest

• Skin still sensitive

Week 2-12:

• Progressive improvement

• Collagen buildup continues

• Best results 3-6 months later

Side effects

Black common:

• Redness (days to weeks)

• Swelling (3-7 days)

• Dryness and flaking

• Sensitivity

Common:

• Prolonged redness (transient)

• Hyperpigmentation (transient)

• Acne breakouts (transient)

• impurities (transient)

Rare:

• Infection

• Permanent pigment changes

• Prolonged swelling

• Scarring

Aftercare

First 24-48 hours:

• Cooling on demand

• Skansen cleaning

• Moisturize often

First week:

• Moisturize your skin A LOT

• SPF 50+ daily

• Avoid exfoliation

• No makeup for the flaking is done

• Avoid heat, steam, sweat

Week 2-4:

• Still high SPF

• Gradual reintroduction of products

• No other facial treatments

• Avoid sun (CRITICAL)

Critical restrictions:

• Sun: No sun for 4-8 weeks

• Exercise: Avoid first week

• Sauna/steam room: No for 2-4 weeks

Who is this for

• Early signs of aging
• Mild to moderate skin laxity
• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Those who want a non-surgical solution
• Realistic expectations
• Good skin elasticity

Who is this not for

• Significant skin laxity (requires surgery)
• Deep wrinkles (better options exist)
• Dark thin skin
• Unrealistic expectations of dramatic lift
• Pregnancy
• Active infection

Important information

REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS:

• Subtle to moderate improvement
• NOT dramatic tightening
• Best for early signs of aging
• Requires series of treatments
• Gradual effect over months

Documented effect:

• 20-40% improvement in skin firmness
• Reduction of fine lines
• Improved skin texture
• Best results after 3-6 months

Contraindications

• Pregnancy/breastfeeding
• Active infection
• Isotretinoin last 6-12 months
• Keloid tendency
• Recent sun exposure
• Unrealistic expectations

Warning signs

• Increasing pain/redness/swelling after 48 hours
• Signs of infection
• Severe swelling around the eyes
• Blisters or sores

Individual variations

Good response (30-40%):

• Younger skin (30-50 years)
• Good skin elasticity
• 30-50% improvement

Moderate response (40-50%):

• 20-30% improvement
• Visible improvement but subtle

Minor response (10-20%):

• Older skin with poor elasticity
• <20% improvement
• May need other treatments

Maintenance

• Maintenance every 6-12 months
• Can be combined with other treatments
• Skin care is important to maintain
• Sun protection is essential