The Fraxel laser is the biggest breakthrough in skin repair and rejuvenation of this decade. This is due to the fact it can penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin (dermis) and the amount of skin treated each time can be varied.

Fraxel is suitable for all skin conditions and all skin colours. Furthermore, results can be achieved without the downtime, pain and complications of traditional lasers that remove damaged layers of skin to stimulate skin renewal.

Due to the nature of the laser, treatments can tailored individually – reduced for minimal recovery and downtime or increased as necessary according to your needs. Treatments can also be personalised to achieve optimum results for all degrees of skin resurfacing and rejuvenation.

Call us on 1300 559 770 to discuss in detail which style of treatment is best for your skin concern

Any area of face, neck and chest where you would like to address fine lines and creases.

The machine is FDA- and TGA-approved for use, which means it has been through rigorous investigation to ensure its safety.

Fraxel laser has been trialled since 2000, was released into the market in 2004 and has been used for tens of thousands of treatments since.

At Elite Laser & Cosmetic Clinic, we have completed thousands of treatments using the Fraxel laser.

The Fraxel laser drives thousands of individual columns of light (about the width of a hair) deep into the skin, leaving the remaining skin to stimulate collagen – the basic building blocks or structural support of our skin.

The fraction of skin treated by the laser beams can be varied 14-32 per cent – the microscopic columns of treated skin are eliminated slowly over many weeks as they are replaced by healthy, new tissue.

You will find your skin improves in thickness and elasticity (springiness), as well as in colour, lustre and tone.

The Fraxel laser is rolled across the entire area it is treating eight or more times.

Topical anaesthetic is applied before the procedure plus cold air is used during it to minimise discomfort.

Afterwards, cold compresses are applied to cool the skin. There is no skin breakage or burning – the skin remains dry.

A sunscreen and a post-laser lotion are applied and often a dry, mineral powder camouflage make-up is used to cover the resulting redness.

Most people don’t need someone to pick them up and take them home after Fraxel laser and feel comfortable travelling home by public transport.

15-30 minutes per session, depending on the size of the area treated (+ 2 hours preparation and 1 hour cooling time).

Depending on your skin’s needs, you will need 1-5 Fraxel laser sessions, 2-6 weeks apart, for best results.

You will have the appearance of a red, “sunburnt” face for 1-3 days with some swelling, depending on the level of treatment you have experienced.

Much deeper treatments may require a few more days of recovery. Most people arrange their laser treatments for a Friday or Saturday morning and comfortably return to work the following Monday.

Your home aftercare is carefully discussed before and during each treatment session, which includes ongoing sunscreen protection.

Also, you will need to return for a post-treatment facial to help with exfoliation and maximise new collagen stimulation.

The Fraxel laser can take up to 10 years off your skin’s age, depending on the degree of your wrinkles before treatment.

We recommend maintaining this improvement and slowing future ageing by using good skin care products containing anti-oxidants and always practicing sun protection.