CoolPeel: One Laser Treatment for Three Signs of Aging

Most adults notice the same three changes in the mirror as the years go by: brown spots and uneven tone, fine lines around the eyes and mouth, and skin that feels less firm than it used to. Many people assume that correcting all three requires a separate laser treatment for each concern, or a week of recovery at home. CoolPeel laser treatment addresses all three signs of aging in a single session with virtually no downtime.

CoolPeel is a light resurfacing laser treatment performed with the Tetra PRO CO2 laser by DEKA. This combination of results and convenience is why CoolPeel has become one of the most popular antiaging options offered by the laser treatment experts at SpaMedica in Grand Rapids.

What Is the CoolPeel Laser Treatment?

CoolPeel is a fractional CO2 laser treatment delivered by the Tetra PRO, a 40-watt CO2 laser powered through an RF-excited metal tube. The RF-excited design produces a stable, consistent beam with very short, high-powered pulses, which allows the Tetra PRO to vaporize a precise, shallow layer of damaged skin while sending very little heat into the surrounding tissue. Less heat means less redness, less swelling and a faster return to normal activities after this antiaging CoolPeel laser treatment.

Fractional means the laser treats thousands of microscopic columns of skin while leaving the untouched skin between them intact. The untouched skin speeds healing, while the treated columns prompt the body to shed damaged surface cells and build fresh collagen. The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) recognizes fractional laser resurfacing as a proven option for improving sun damage, texture and fine lines.

The Tetra PRO is also the first CO2 laser to offer Moveo, an in-motion setting that glides continuously across the skin. Moveo allows each CoolPeel laser treatment to blend treated areas seamlessly, reach delicate zones such as the neck and around the eyes, and move at a faster pace, which is a major advantage for patients at SpaMedica in Grand Rapids.

CoolPeel Laser Treatment for Pigment, Brown Spots & Sun Spots

Years of sun exposure leave behind brown spots, sun spots, freckling and a blotchy, uneven skin tone on the face, neck, chest and hands. This pigment sits in the upper layers of the skin, which is exactly where CoolPeel laser treatment works best. The Tetra PRO removes the pigmented surface cells, and the treated skin flakes away over the following days to reveal a clearer, more even complexion.

Many patients see brighter skin within a week of their first CoolPeel laser treatment, and the results continue to improve as new, healthy cells replace the old ones. A series of sessions spaced about four weeks apart produces the most even tone for patients with extensive sun damage. Because CoolPeel is gentle on the surrounding tissue, this antiaging laser treatment is well suited to the chest and hands, areas that often show sun damage but need a lighter touch.

Daily sunscreen keeps new brown spots from forming after CoolPeel laser treatment and protects the investment patients make in their skin. This is why a personalized skincare and sun protection plan is part of every CoolPeel laser treatment at SpaMedica in Grand Rapids.

CoolPeel Laser Treatment for Fine Lines & Wrinkles

Fine lines and wrinkles form as the skin gradually produces less collagen and elastin, the proteins that keep the skin smooth and resilient. Crow’s feet, lines around the lips and creases across the forehead become more visible, and the skin surface often turns rough or dull. CoolPeel laser treatment smooths these lines in two ways, by resurfacing the outer layer of skin and by stimulating new collagen beneath it.

The controlled micro-injuries created during CoolPeel laser treatment trigger the skin’s natural healing response. Over the following weeks and months, cells in the dermis called fibroblasts produce fresh collagen that softens fine lines and refines skin texture. Studies published in the journal Lasers in Surgery and Medicine have shown that fractional CO2 resurfacing increases new collagen formation in treated skin, which explains why results continue to improve long after each CoolPeel session.

CoolPeel laser treatment is especially effective for fine lines around the eyes and mouth, where the skin is thin and heavier treatments require longer recovery. For people who want smoother skin without time away from work, CoolPeel is one of the most effective antiaging treatments available from the antiaging experts at SpaMedica in Grand Rapids.

CoolPeel Laser Treatment for Lax Sagging Skin

As collagen declines, the skin loses firmness and begins to look lax, particularly along the jawline, under the eyes and on the neck. Mild laxity often appears in the late thirties and forties, long before most people are ready to consider surgery. CoolPeel laser treatment offers a non-surgical way to firm and tighten the skin during these early stages.

The controlled energy from the Tetra PRO stimulates the skin to rebuild its supply of collagen and elastin, which gradually firms the skin from within after CoolPeel laser treatment. Improvements in firmness build steadily over three to six months as the new collagen matures. Most patients see the greatest tightening after a series of three to five CoolPeel laser treatment sessions.

CoolPeel laser treatment works best for mild to moderate laxity, and the firming results look natural rather than overdone. For deeper wrinkles or more advanced laxity, the antiaging experts at SpaMedica in Grand Rapids may recommend pairing CoolPeel with deeper laser resurfacing or other skin tightening treatments to achieve the firmest, smoothest result.

No Downtime AntiAging with CoolPeel Laser Treatment

Traditional CO2 laser resurfacing is highly effective, but it typically requires one to two weeks of recovery while the skin heals. CoolPeel laser treatment delivers many of the same antiaging benefits with virtually no downtime, so patients can return to work and social plans the same day or the next day. This advantage makes CoolPeel an ideal antiaging choice for busy professionals and parents.

A topical numbing cream keeps each CoolPeel laser treatment comfortable, and most sessions take about 20 to 30 minutes. Afterward, the skin may look pink and feel warm, similar to a mild sunburn, for a day or two. Over the next several days the treated skin feels slightly rough, like fine sandpaper, as the damaged surface cells flake away, and makeup can usually be worn within 24 to 48 hours.

Because CoolPeel laser treatment is so gentle, it fits easily into a busy schedule and can be repeated throughout the year to maintain youthful, radiant skin. Many patients schedule a CoolPeel laser treatment a week or two before a wedding, vacation or special event for a fresh, glowing complexion. This convenience has made CoolPeel a favorite antiaging laser treatment at SpaMedica in Grand Rapids.

CoolPeel Laser Treatment | Grand Rapids

If brown spots, fine lines or loose skin are making you look older than you feel, CoolPeel laser treatment can address all three concerns in one convenient session. You can enjoy smoother, brighter and firmer skin with virtually no interruption to your daily routine.

The laser treatment experts at SpaMedica in Grand Rapids will evaluate your skin, discuss your goals and design a personalized CoolPeel treatment plan for you. Schedule an appointment with SpaMedica in Grand Rapids today to learn how CoolPeel laser treatment can help you look as young as you feel.