Co2 Laser Resurfacing

We now offer CO2 Laser Resurfacing at M&M Aesthetics in Norwich.

This is one of the most powerful and respected treatments in advanced skin rejuvenation, helping to improve the appearance of ageing, sun damage, acne scarring,

loose skin, lines, wrinkles and uneven texture.

CO2 laser resurfacing works by using precise laser energy to resurface the skin and stimulate your body’s natural healing response. As the skin repairs, it encourages fresh collagen and elastin production, helping the skin look firmer, smoother and more refreshed over time. Fractional CO2 lasers create microscopic columns of treated skin while leaving surrounding tissue intact, which helps support recovery compared with traditional fully ablative resurfacing.

Consultation & Skin Assessment

Treatment Planning

CO2 Laser Resurfacing Treatment

Recovery, Results & Aftercare

CO2 Laser Resurfacing can be used to

improve the appearance of:

• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Crepey skin
• Loose or lax skin
• Drooping-looking eyelid skin
• Acne scarring
• Surgical or trauma scars, depending on suitability
• Sun damage
• Pigmentation and age spots
• Uneven skin tone
• Rough or uneven skin texture
• Enlarged pores
• Dull, tired-looking skin
• Lines around the mouth
• Neck ageing
• Chest and décolletage damage
• Skin that has lost firmness and bounce

Laser resurfacing is commonly used to improve fine lines, age spots, uneven colour, scars, wrinkles and skin texture.

Benefits can include:

• Smoother skin texture
• Firmer-looking skin
• Improved skin tone
• Reduced appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
• Softened acne scarring
• Improvement in sun damage and pigmentation
• Fresher, brighter-looking skin
• Collagen stimulation
• Skin tightening
• Long-lasting results
• A more rejuvenated appearance without immediately jumping to surgery 

Results vary from person to person, but because this treatment stimulates collagen, improvements can continue to develop over several months after treatment.

Booking a consultation is the first step.

Ready to tighten, smooth and refresh your skin?

After Care Instructions

Immediately After Treatment

Following treatment, your skin will feel hot, tight, red, and swollen — similar to severe sunburn. This is completely normal.

Swelling is often worse the morning after treatment, especially around the eyes.

Cooling the Skin

Use your ice pack regularly during the first 24 hours to help reduce heat and swelling. Never apply ice directly onto the skin — always wrap it in a clean cloth

Vinegar Soaks & Cleansing Instructions

Starting 2 Hours After Treatment

You must begin vinegar soaks approximately 2 hours after your treatment.

After the first soak, repeat the process every 4 hours during the initial healing phase.

The diluted distilled white malt vinegar helps keep the skin clean and helps reduce the risk of infection while your skin is healing.

How to Prepare the Solution

Mix:

• 1½ inches of cool boiled water
• 1 tablespoon of distilled white malt vinegar

Always wash your hands thoroughly before touching your skin.

How to Apply

Using the sterile gauze provided:

• Soak the gauze in the vinegar solution
• Gently pat the treated areas
• Do NOT rub the skin
• Do NOT scrub
• Do NOT pick at the skin or peeling areas

This is extremely important and helps prevent irritation, scarring, infection, and pigmentation problems.

Continue the soaks regularly, especially if the skin feels hot, tight, or uncomfortable.

Sleeping Instructions

For at least the first 2 nights:

• Sleep elevated with extra pillows
• Avoid lying completely flat

Sleeping elevated helps significantly reduce swelling and puffiness.

We also recommend:

• Using a clean pillowcase each night
• Keeping hair away from the face
• Avoiding pets near the treated area while healing

Healing Process

Your skin will begin to:

• Feel dry and tight
• Darken or bronze
• Shed and peel naturally

This is a normal part of the healing process.

IMPORTANT

• Do NOT pick peeling skin
• Do NOT rub or exfoliate
• Allow the skin to shed naturally

Prematurely removing skin can lead to scarring, prolonged redness, and post-inflammatory pigmentation.

Moisturising

From approximately Day 4 onwards, you may apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly (such as Vaseline) to the treated areas if advised by your practitioner.

This can help relieve dryness and support healing.

Recovery Time

Most clients are largely healed within:

• 5–7 days

Some redness or sensitivity may continue for several weeks while collagen remodelling takes place.

Results will continue to improve over the following months as new collagen develops.

Sun Protection

Once the skin has fully healed and there is:

• No open skin
• No crusting
• No active peeling

You MUST:

• Use a medical-grade broad-spectrum SPF 50 daily
• Reapply SPF regularly
• Avoid direct sun exposure
• Wear a wide-brimmed hat outdoors

Sun exposure after CO2 laser can cause pigmentation and may compromise your results.

Things to Avoid During Healing

Please avoid the following until fully healed:

• Sun exposure
• Saunas and steam rooms
• Swimming pools and hot tubs
• Intense exercise causing excessive sweating (48–72 hours minimum)
• Makeup until advised safe
• Active skincare ingredients including:
• Retinol
• AHAs/BHAs
• Vitamin C acids
• Exfoliants

Avoid anything that may irritate or overheat the skin.

When to Contact the Clinic

Please contact the clinic immediately if you experience:

• Increasing pain after the first few days
• Excessive swelling
• Yellow crusting or pus
• Fever
• Blistering
• Signs of infection
• Severe itching or allergic reaction

Important Reminder

Healing is a process. Looking after your skin correctly after treatment is just as important as the treatment itself and plays a huge role in achieving the best possible outcome.

If you have any concerns during healing, please contact M&M Aesthetics for advice.

CO2 Resurfacing Prices

Eye Area

Single area (upper or lower eyes) £385

Complete eye rejuvenation - combined upper & lower eyes and crows feet £495

Most clients choose the combined treatment for optimal blending and full eye rejuvenation

Perioral/smokers lines £450

Neck Resurfacing £495

Full Face Resurfacing £795

Face Face & Neck £995

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