Secret PRO CO2 Laser Resurfacing

Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing to improve deeper lines, acne scarring, sun damage and overall skin texture

Cutera Secret PRO CO2 Ablative Laser Resurfacing is an advanced fractional resurfacing treatment designed to improve more established skin concerns such as deeper lines, acne scarring, uneven texture and significant sun damage. This page refers specifically to the CO2 ablative resurfacing treatment, which works on the outer layers of the skin to stimulate renewal and collagen remodelling. It is different from Secret PRO RF microneedling, which targets deeper dermal layers, and may be used alone or as part of a broader treatment plan depending on your skin concerns.

Best for
Deeper lines, acne scars, sun-damaged skin, uneven texture, enlarged pores and more advanced resurfacing needs.

Ideal if
You would like a stronger resurfacing treatment for more established skin concerns rather than a lighter skin-refreshing approach.

Treatment areas
Face, around the eyes, neck, chest, décolletage and hands, depending on suitability and treatment plan.

Skin goals
Smoother texture, softer lines, improved skin clarity, refined pores and firmer-looking skin.

Next step
Consultation to assess suitability, treatment area, recovery expectations and whether CO2 resurfacing alone or a combined Secret PRO plan is most appropriate.

Secret PRO CO2 resurfacing is used for more advanced skin concerns where texture, damage or lines are more established. It may help improve acne scarring, deeper wrinkles, rough skin texture, enlarged pores, pigment change, dullness, crepey skin and sun damage. Because it is an ablative resurfacing treatment, it is generally positioned as a stronger corrective option than gentler maintenance-style treatments.

This treatment may be suitable if your concerns include deeper textural change, visible sun damage, acne scarring or more advanced signs of ageing and you are comfortable with a more noticeable recovery period than you would usually expect from lighter laser or RF-only treatments. It is especially important to distinguish this page from Secret PRO RF microneedling: this page is for the CO2 resurfacing treatment, which focuses on resurfacing the upper layers of the skin, not the deeper RF microneedling mode. A consultation is important to decide whether CO2 resurfacing is the right option for your skin, goals and downtime tolerance.

Your appointment begins with a consultation and treatment plan. During treatment, fractional CO2 laser energy is delivered across the skin in a controlled pattern to resurface the treated area with precision. The aim is to create a controlled healing response that supports smoother texture and collagen renewal. Treatment can be tailored to the area being addressed and the severity of the concern.

As this is a more intensive resurfacing treatment, it is usually more noticeable than lighter laser treatments or RF microneedling alone. Most patients describe it as a stronger treatment experience, and your practitioner will talk you through comfort measures and what to expect based on the area being treated and the depth of resurfacing planned.

After treatment, the skin can look red and feel reactive, and peeling is a normal part of the recovery process as the treated skin renews. This is one of the clearest differences from more minimal-downtime skin treatments: Secret PRO CO2 resurfacing usually involves a more visible recovery phase while the skin heals and remodels.

Downtime varies from person to person, redness and peeling can last for around 5 to 7 days after treatment. Your practitioner will advise you on aftercare and healing expectations based on the treatment intensity and area treated.

Some improvement may be noticeable after one treatment, and the results are long-lasting, with continued improvement as the skin heals and collagen remodelling develops. Depending on the severity of the concern and your treatment goals, a series of treatments may sometimes be recommended for best results.

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