What should you know about Lumenis fractional laser?

Fractional delivery creates treated columns beside untreated skin. This can stimulate remodelling while allowing the surrounding skin to support healing. Depending on the technology and settings, the procedure may be used for acne scars, uneven texture, lines, or selected pigment concerns. The brand name does not tell you the wavelength or intensity; those details should be part of the consultation.

Warmth, redness, swelling, roughness, and peeling are common healing experiences. Temporary darkening or lightening can occur, especially after inflammation or sun exposure.

Report active rashes, infection, cold sores, recent tanning, medicines, and a history of raised scars or prolonged pigment change. Follow instructions about stopping irritating products before treatment. Afterwards, cleanse gently, apply only recommended products, avoid picking, and protect the area from sunlight. Do not restart retinoids, acids, or scrubs until the clinician says the barrier has recovered.

Get advice if pain or swelling intensifies, redness spreads, blisters or pus develop, or pigment change is becoming more pronounced. Fever needs prompt medical advice. Seek urgent help for vision symptoms, severe eye pain, breathing difficulty, or sudden facial swelling.

Ask which fractional wavelength is planned, whether the goal is scar softening or texture change, how deep the columns will be, what downtime to expect, and which products are safe during healing.