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CO2 Laser in Charleston, SC

CO2 laser resurfacing removes damaged outer layers of skin and stimulates collagen production to address wrinkles, scars, sun damage, and uneven texture, and SG Aesthetics & Wellness offers CO2 laser treatments in Charleston to reveal smoother, clearer, and more youthful-looking skin over time.

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CO2 laser treatment in Charleston targeting wrinkles, sun damage, and skin texture using advanced resurfacing technology
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Is CO2 Laser Right for You?

  • You have fine lines, deep wrinkles, or skin laxity that has not responded to lighter treatments
  • You have acne scars, surgical scars, or textural irregularities you want to reduce
  • You have sun damage, age spots, or uneven pigmentation on your face or neck
  • You are comfortable with a recovery period of several days to two weeks
  • You have fair to medium skin tone, or have been assessed by a provider for treatment suitability on darker skin tones
  • You are in good overall health with no active skin infections or conditions that impair healing

What to Expect from Your CO2 Laser Treatment

  • 01
    Consultation

    Your provider assesses your skin concerns, tone, and treatment goals to determine if CO2 laser resurfacing or a non-ablative alternative is the most appropriate approach.

  • 02
    Procedure

    CO2 laser resurfacing is performed in-office with a topical numbing cream applied beforehand, using a controlled laser to remove outer layers of skin with treatment times typically ranging from 30 minutes to 1.5 hours depending on the area.

  • 03
    Recovery

    Because CO2 is an ablative treatment, skin will appear red, sensitive, and may peel for several days, with most patients returning to normal activity within about 7 to 10 days as healing progresses.

  • 04
    Results

    Improvements in skin texture, tone, and the appearance of fine lines and scars develop as the skin heals, with visible results emerging within a few weeks and continued collagen remodeling enhancing outcomes over time.

Benefits of CO2 Laser Resurfacing

  • Reduces fine lines, wrinkles, and deep texture irregularities in a single treatment
  • Minimizes the appearance of acne scars, surgical scars, and sun damage
  • Stimulates collagen remodeling for skin improvement that continues after the initial healing period
  • Treats multiple concerns simultaneously: texture, pigmentation, tone, and laxity
  • Performed in-office with precision depth control calibrated to your skin concerns
  • Results are long-lasting with appropriate sun protection and skin care

Frequently Asked Questions

Cost depends on the size of the treatment area and the intensity of resurfacing needed. During your consultation, your provider will review your skin concerns and provide a personalized treatment plan with pricing. SG Aesthetics accepts cash, personal checks, and credit cards, and financing options are available.

Both are ablative resurfacing lasers, but CO2 typically produces more thermal stimulation and is suited for deeper correction, while Erbium laser uses a wavelength that ablates skin with less surrounding thermal effect, generally resulting in a shorter recovery for equivalent surface correction. Your provider will assess which option fits your skin concerns and downtime tolerance during a consultation. Learn more about Erbium Laser in Charleston, SC

Most patients return to normal activity within 7–10 days. Skin will appear red and feel sensitive during the first several days, with redness and texture gradually normalizing as new skin forms. Final results develop over 4–6 weeks as collagen remodeling continues. Sun protection is essential during the healing period.

Many patients achieve significant improvement with a single treatment. For more extensive scarring or texture concerns, 2–3 sessions spaced 6–8 weeks apart may be recommended to allow full healing between treatments. Your provider will advise based on your specific concerns and how your skin responds.

CO2 laser is most commonly used on fair to medium skin tones. Patients with darker skin tones require provider assessment before treatment, as ablative lasers carry a higher risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation on deeper skin tones. Your provider will evaluate your skin tone and recommend the most appropriate resurfacing option for your concerns. Learn more about Skin Texture & Resurfacing in Charleston, SC 

Conditions Treated with CO2 Laser

Schedule Your CO2 Laser Consultation in Charleston

Meet with a provider at SG Aesthetics to assess your skin concerns and determine whether CO2 laser resurfacing is the right treatment for your goals.

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