Helix
Smooth texture, soften fine lines, and improve the look of scarring and sun damage with fractional CO2 laser resurfacing, delivered on the advanced Helix by DEKA platform, with options ranging from low-downtime refreshes to deeper treatments.
CO2 laser resurfacing is one of the most established approaches in skin rejuvenation. A fractional CO2 laser uses a 10,600nm wavelength to create controlled microscopic channels in the skin. This prompts the body’s natural repair response and stimulates new collagen, which over time can improve texture, tone, and firmness while softening the appearance of lines and scarring.
“Fractional” means the laser treats a fraction of the skin at a time, leaving surrounding tissue intact to support faster healing than older, fully ablative CO2 lasers. That’s what makes modern CO2 resurfacing far more comfortable and lower-downtime than the treatments many people picture.
CO2 resurfacing is a versatile option for a range of common skin concerns on the face, neck, chest, and hands. It’s often considered for:
Rough or uneven texture, enlarged pores, dullness, and the general loss of smoothness that comes with age and sun exposure.
Fine lines and more etched-in wrinkles, including areas that tend to show age first such as around the eyes and mouth.
The appearance of acne scarring and other textural scars, where resurfacing can help smooth and soften over a series of treatments.
Sun damage, uneven tone, and pigmentation concerns like brown spots that develop with years of UV exposure.
We deliver our resurfacing treatments on the Helix by DEKA platform, which pairs fractional CO2 with a non-ablative 1570nm laser in a single, versatile system. Rather than a one-size-fits-all setting, that combination lets us tailor each treatment, from a gentle, no-downtime tightening session to deeper CO2 resurfacing. These are tailored around your specific concerns, your skin type, and how much recovery time realistically suits your schedule. Whether you’re looking for a subtle refresh, targeted correction, or comprehensive rejuvenation, there’s likely an option to match. During your consultation, your provider will assess your skin and recommend the right approach, or the right combination, to help you reach your goals.
A superficial fractional CO2 treatment that works on the outermost layers of skin to refresh tone and texture, designed to keep recovery time short. A popular choice for a brighter, smoother finish with minimal disruption.
A deeper fractional CO2 treatment with controlled lateral heat that reaches beneath the surface to address more pronounced concerns. Often considered for etched-in wrinkles and deeper scarring where more correction is the goal.
The non-ablative option on the Helix platform, using the 1570nm wavelength to deliver heat deep into the skin without resurfacing the surface. It stimulates collagen and elastin for gradual firming and tightening, with little to no downtime, a gentle introduction to laser and suitable for a wide range of skin types.
Combines fractional CO2 with the non-ablative 1570nm wavelength to treat the surface and deeper layers together. A comprehensive option for texture, laxity, scarring, and photodamage, with settings suitable for a range of skin types.
Treatments are delivered on the Helix platform by DEKA. CoolPeel® is a registered trademark of Cartessa Aesthetics. Individual results and the number of treatments needed vary from person to person.
Every CO2 laser treatment begins with a consultation. We’ll assess your skin, discuss your goals, review your history, and recommend the treatment and settings that fit — including a realistic picture of downtime and aftercare.
Downtime depends on the depth of treatment. A surface refresh like CoolPeel is designed to be low-downtime, while deeper CO2 and combination treatments may involve a few days of redness and mild swelling as the skin renews. Your provider will give you tailored aftercare guidance.
A CO2 laser treatment uses a 10,600nm wavelength to create controlled microscopic channels in the skin, stimulating collagen and the skin’s natural repair process. Fractional CO2 resurfacing can improve texture, tone, fine lines, and the appearance of scarring with less downtime than older fully ablative lasers.
CO2 resurfacing is commonly considered for fine lines and wrinkles, uneven texture, enlarged pores, acne and textural scarring, sun damage, uneven tone, and pigmentation. It can be used on the face, neck, chest, and hands.
It depends on the depth of treatment. A surface refresh is designed for minimal downtime, while deeper CO2 and combination treatments may involve a few days of redness and mild swelling as the skin renews. Your provider will review what to expect during your consultation.
This varies from person to person depending on your concerns and the depth of treatment. Some goals are addressed in fewer, deeper sessions, while others suit a series of lighter treatments. Your provider will recommend a plan during your consultation.
Papillon Medical offers CO2 laser skin resurfacing at our Calgary location (Gulf Canada Square, Suite 235).