Laser Skin Resurfacing in Boulder, CO
$350 – 1 treatment
$1,000 – 3 treatments
Looking to smooth uneven skin texture, soften fine lines, or improve the appearance of acne scars? Laser skin resurfacing can help rejuvenate your skin by stimulating natural collagen production.
At Barris Laser & Skincare in Boulder, we use the Palomar Icon™ 1540, a non-ablative fractional laser that delivers targeted energy beneath the skin’s surface without intentionally removing the outer layer. This encourages collagen remodeling and gradual improvements in skin texture, fine lines, and certain types of scarring.
With less downtime than more aggressive ablative laser treatments, the Palomar Icon 1540 is an option for clients looking for smoother, refreshed skin without an extended recovery period. Every treatment is tailored to your skin and individual goals.
At Barris, we use the Palomar Icon™ 1540, a non-ablative fractional laser that delivers controlled energy into tiny treatment zones beneath the skin’s surface.
This stimulates the body’s natural healing response and encourages collagen production without intentionally removing the outer layer of skin. Over time, the process can help improve skin texture, fine lines, and certain types of scarring.
The Palomar Icon 1540 can help improve the appearance of several common skin concerns, including:
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Acne scars and certain surgical scars
- Uneven or rough skin texture
- Stretch marks
- Some pigmentation concerns, depending on the condition
Results vary depending on your skin, the severity of the concern, and your treatment plan. We’ll help determine whether laser resurfacing is the best option for you.
Laser resurfacing may be a good option for clients who want to improve skin texture, fine lines, or certain types of scarring without undergoing more aggressive ablative treatments.
Your skin tone, medical history, medications, recent sun exposure, and treatment goals all influence whether the procedure is appropriate.
During your consultation, we’ll evaluate your skin and recommend the treatment best suited to your needs.
Most clients describe the sensation as warmth, prickling, or a quick snapping feeling against the skin.
Some areas may be more sensitive than others. Your provider will explain what to expect and discuss ways to make your treatment as comfortable as possible.
Because the Palomar Icon 1540 is a non-ablative laser, recovery is generally shorter than with more aggressive ablative resurfacing procedures.
You may experience redness, mild swelling, warmth, or temporary roughness following treatment. These effects often improve over several days, although recovery varies.
Less common risks include blistering, burns, pigmentation changes, infection, and scarring. We’ll provide detailed aftercare instructions, including how to protect your skin from the sun.
The number of treatments depends on your skin concerns and desired results. At Barris, we generally recommend a series of two to four treatments, spaced approximately four weeks apart.
Because collagen production takes time, improvements develop gradually. Your provider will recommend a schedule based on your skin and how it responds to treatment.
Some clients begin noticing improvements in skin texture within a few weeks, but the full benefits develop gradually as collagen remodeling occurs.
More noticeable changes may appear over the following months, particularly after completing a series of treatments.
Results vary depending on your skin and treatment goals. Occasional maintenance treatments may help preserve improvements over time.
Both treatments can improve skin texture, fine lines, and certain types of scarring, but they use different technologies.
- Laser Resurfacing at Barris uses the Palomar Icon 1540, a non-ablative fractional laser that delivers light energy beneath the skin’s surface to stimulate collagen remodeling.
- FSR (Fractional Skin Resurfacing) uses EndyMed fractional radiofrequency technology to create tiny, controlled areas of skin resurfacing while delivering RF heat into the tissue.
Both treatments encourage skin renewal, but the experience, recovery, and recommended treatment plan may differ. We’ll help determine which approach is best suited to your skin and goals.
