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Treatments - Laser Services

Deka Duo

The Deka Duo is a next-generation laser treatment designed to address various skin concerns including skin rejuvenation, acne scars, laxity, fine lines, and pigmentation. It combines the benefits of ablative and non-ablative lasers, ensuring a balance of effective results and minimal downtime. The dual wavelengths allow for precise targeting of both superficial and deeper layers of the skin, providing a customizable treatment for different skin types and issues. 

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treatment length

90 Minutes

recommended treatments

3-5 series

interval

every 8-12 weeks

recovery time

5 to 7 days

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Pre-treatment prep

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The Healing Process

Post Treatment

  • Stop the Actives: Discontinue Retinol, Tretinoin, glycolic acid, and salicylic acid for 7 days prior. Your skin needs to be calm and hydrated.

  • No Sun: You cannot have a sunburn or active tan. Avoid direct sun exposure for 4 weeks prior.

  • Viral Prep: If you have a history of cold sores, let us know. The heat can trigger a flare-up, so we will prescribe a prophylactic antiviral.

  • Come Clean: Arrive with a clean face. We will numb you in-office if we are doing a deeper setting.

Cool Peel Treatment

  • Numbing: For lighter “CoolPeels,” numbing isn’t always necessary, but for deeper “Duo” sessions, we apply a topical numbing cream for 30–45 minutes.

  • The Sensation: You will feel a warm, prickly sensation, like static electricity on your skin. It is generally very tolerable.

  • Duration: The laser portion is fast—usually 15–20 minutes for a full face.

  • Immediate Look: You will leave looking red, similar to a sunburn. Your skin may feel tight and warm for a few hours.

  • Days 1–2 (The Redness): You will look red (like a sunburn) and feel dry.

  • Days 3–5 (The Sandpaper): This is the signature CoolPeel phase. Your skin will feel rough, like sandpaper, as the old layers dehydrate and prepare to slough off.

  • The Downtime: Listed as 3 to 7 days depending on intensity. Lighter peels heal in 3; deeper Duo treatments may take the full week.

  • Appearance: Unlike heavy lasers, you won’t have oozing or scary peeling sheets—just a dry, flaky roughness that buffs away.

  • Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate: Your skin will be thirsty. Use a bland, gentle moisturizer (like the one we recommend) as often as needed.

  • No Exfoliating: Do not scrub the “sandpaper” skin. Let it shed naturally while you wash your face gently.

  • Sun Protection: This is non-negotiable. Your fresh skin is extremely vulnerable to UV damage. Wear SPF 30+ and a hat.

  • Makeup: You can wear mineral makeup after 24–48 hours, which easily covers the residual pinkness.

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frequently asked questions

FAQ

Comparison with CoolPeel

While both the Deka Duo and CoolPeel offer advanced laser treatments, their methods and ideal use cases differ:

  1. Technology:

    • Deka Duo: Uses dual wavelengths for both ablative (resurfacing) and non-ablative (collagen-boosting) effects, suitable for deeper rejuvenation.
    • CoolPeel: Exclusively employs fractional CO2 laser technology focused on achieving skin resurfacing with almost no downtime.

  2. Targeted Issues:

    • Deka Duo: Broader scope, addressing surface and deeper skin concerns including deeper wrinkles and acne scars.
    • CoolPeel: Ideal for clients looking for a gentler touch with minimal recovery, targeting fine lines, sun damage, and mild textural issues.

  3. Downtime:

    • Deka Duo: Can require a few days of recovery depending on intensity.
    • CoolPeel: Typically allows patients to resume daily activities immediately with no visible signs of treatment.

  4. Results:

    • Deka Duo: Provides both immediate skin tightening and long-term improvements in tone and texture due to collagen remodeling.
    • CoolPeel: Offers subtle, natural-looking results with a focus on maintaining normal routines.

It is fully customizable.

  • Light Setting: You will look like you have a sunburn for 24 hours. You can wear makeup the next day.

  • Aggressive Setting: You will be red, swollen, and rough (like sandpaper) for 3–4 days, followed by peeling. Plan for 5–7 days of social downtime. We will decide the depth together during your consult.

We won’t lie—it’s spicy. However, we numb you thoroughly for 45–60 minutes before we start. Most clients describe the sensation as a “prickling heat” or a rubber band snap. Afterward, it feels exactly like a sunburn for a few hours.

Yes! The Deka is one of the few CO2 lasers sophisticated enough to safely treat delicate skin on the neck, décolleté, and hands, which are often the first places to show age.

CO2 lasers must be used with extreme caution on melanin-rich skin. We typically stick to the lighter “CoolPeel” settings or recommend our RF Microneedling or BBL alternatives for safer results on darker skin tones (Fitzpatrick IV-VI).