LUTRONIC eCO2 PLUS™ LASER TREATMENT

No treatment can remove a scar completely or return the skin to exactly how it looked before the injury. CO₂ laser resurfacing aims to reduce the contrast between the scar and surrounding skin by softening raised edges and creating a more even texture. Refer to studies done by lutronic there are many peer reviewed jounrnal whihch will show and prove the results this would be a good ref to demo the effacicy of the machine as it been around a long time some paper show studis that have show to reduce skin cancer by up o 80% 

How much a scar changes depends on its structure. Broader or shallower scars may respond differently from scars that are deep, raised, tightly attached to the tissue below, or made up of several scar types. In some cases, CO₂ laser may form one part of a broader treatment plan rather than being used alone.

Learn more about different scar types and the treatments that may be considered on our scarring page.

CO₂ laser resurfacing can be used to improve the surface appearance of some types of acne scarring, particularly broader, indented scars where the skin’s surface has healed unevenly. The treatment can help soften sharp edges and reduce visible depth.

Acne scars can include rolling, boxcar, ice-pick, raised, and mixed patterns, and they don’t all respond to the same treatment. Active acne may also need to be managed first to reduce the risk of new scars forming during the treatment process.

Explore how acne scars form and which treatment approaches may be considered for different types on our acne scarring page.

Surface recovery from fractional CO₂ laser commonly takes approximately one to two weeks, although the timing and appearance vary with treatment intensity. 

During the first few days, the area may feel hot, swollen, tight, or sensitive. Small areas of crusting, dryness, or temporary darkening may then develop before the surface begins to flake and renew. Once this settles, the new skin may remain pink, sensitive, and more reactive than usual for some time.

The treatment area, settings, skin type, and individual healing response can all affect the amount of redness, swelling, and peeling you’ll experience.

Following your prescribed aftercare is the most important step for managing redness and supporting healing. See manual 

Use only the cleansers, moisturisers, barrier products, and sun protection recommended by your clinician. Avoid hot water, rubbing, exfoliating, active skincare, direct sunlight, strenuous exercise, and other sources of heat while the skin is recovering. Cool compresses may be recommended during the initial period, but products should not be added without checking with your clinician.

Contact the clinic if redness begins worsening rather than settling or occurs with increasing pain, spreading warmth, discharge, or blistering.

After treatment, avoid anything that could irritate the healing surface or increase heat and inflammation.

This generally includes picking or peeling the skin, scrubs, retinoids, exfoliating acids, fragranced products, or makeup before the skin is ready. Direct sun exposure, saunas, steam rooms, swimming, and strenuous exercise should also be avoided. 

Do not restart your usual skincare based only on how the surface looks. The skin barrier may still be sensitive after visible crusting or peeling has settled, so products should be reintroduced gradually according to your aftercare plan.

The price of CO₂ laser treatment depends on the size and location of the area being treated, the depth of resurfacing required, and whether you’re treating an isolated scar or a broader area of skin. A small surgical scar, for example, will involve a different treatment plan from full-face resurfacing or an area with several scar types.

The recommended settings and number of sessions can also affect the overall cost. Some clients may be suited to one more intensive treatment, while others may benefit from several staged sessions or a combination of treatments. Your clinician will assess the area first, explain what is included in your treatment and aftercare, and provide a personalised quote before you proceed.