Renew, Restore, and Reveal Your Best Skin
At Chicago Cosmetic Surgery & Dermatology, our Board-Certified Dermatologists and expert clinical team help you achieve smoother, clearer skin with advanced laser and energy-based resurfacing. Whether you’re addressing fine lines, acne scars, uneven texture, sun damage, or pigmentation, our collection of technologies — BBL HEROic, Clear + Brilliant Touch, UltraPulse CO₂, Fraxel DUAL, and Excel V — allows us to tailor treatment to your skin type and goals for natural-looking improvement with measurable results.
What Is Skin Resurfacing?
Skin resurfacing uses targeted light and energy to remove damaged outer layers, stimulate collagen, and remodel texture and tone. Treatments range from gentle rejuvenation with little downtime to deeper resurfacing for more dramatic correction. During a personalized consultation we’ll match the right device and treatment depth to your concerns and recovery preferences.
BBL® HERO™️
BroadBand Light High Energy Rapid Output delivers powerful skin resurfacing and rejuvenation with little to no downtime. By gently heating the skin’s surface, it stimulates collagen renewal and cellular turnover to smooth texture, refine pores, and restore a radiant, even tone. The result is healthier, fresher-looking skin that glows from within.
Clear+Brilliant® Touch Laser
A gentle fractional laser ideal for first-time resurfacing or for regular “preventative” treatments. Improves pore appearance, tone, and fine lines with very short recovery — a good choice for subtle, frequent upkeep.
UltraPulse® C02 Laser
A powerful ablative laser for significant texture improvement, deep lines, and scar revision. Removes precise layers of skin and kickstarts robust collagen remodeling. Expect more visible results and longer downtime; recommended when deeper correction is needed.
Fraxel® DUAL Laser
A fractional, non-ablative/resurfacing platform that treats microscopic zones of skin to improve scars, lines, and pigmentation while leaving surrounding tissue intact for faster healing. Offers meaningful results with moderate downtime and is versatile across many concerns.
Excel® V Laser
A targeted vascular laser that treats visible blood vessels, redness, and vascular lesions. Often used alongside resurfacing treatments to address redness and broken capillaries for a more even complexion.
Benefits of Skin Resurfacing
Treatment Overview
Consultation
We review your skin, medical history, and goals, then recommend a customized plan.
During Treatment
Most procedures include topical numbing or cooling; sessions range from 10–90 minutes depending on area and device.
Downtime
Downtime varies by treatment. Clear + Brilliant and BBL HERO have minimal recovery, Fraxel DUAL requires several days, UltraPulse CO₂ about 6–7 days, and Excel V typically has little downtime with mild swelling or bruising for up to four days.
Aftercare
Gentle cleansing, hydration, strict sun protection, and following post-procedure instructions help optimize healing and results.
Why choose Chicago Cosmetic Surgery & Dermatology?
FAQ's for Skin Resurfacing
Is it painful?
Is it painful?
Comfort varies by procedure; topical numbing and cooling are used to minimize discomfort.
How many treatments will I need?
How many treatments will I need?
Depends on the device and concern; many patients see improvement after 1 session, with best results from a series.
What does a typical treatment plan look like?
What does a typical treatment plan look like?
- Maintenance / glow: 3–6 Clear + Brilliant or BBL HEROic sessions spaced monthly.
- Texture + scar improvement: Fraxel DUAL series (2–4 sessions) or single/multiple UltraPulse CO₂ sessions for deeper correction.
- Redness & vessels: Excel V combined with BBL HEROic or Fraxel for comprehensive tone and texture improvement.
When will I see results?
When will I see results?
Early improvement can appear within days to weeks; collagen remodeling continues for 3–6 months.
Can all skin tones be treated?
Can all skin tones be treated?
Yes, but device choice and settings will be adjusted for safety and effectiveness. A consultation is essential.
Ready to refresh your skin? Smoother, healthier-looking skin starts with a personalized plan.
Schedule a consultation to create a tailored resurfacing plan using the best combination of BBL HEROic, Clear + Brilliant Touch, UltraPulse CO₂, Fraxel DUAL, or Excel V for your skin.