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    ResurFX

    /ree-SURF-ex/

    Definition

    A non-ablative fractional laser by Lumenis that resurfaces skin by creating microscopic columns of heat deep in the dermis to stimulate new collagen.

    ResurFX is a non-ablative fractional laser made by Lumenis. Unlike older ablative lasers that strip away the top layer of skin, ResurFX delivers energy in microscopic columns that heat the deeper dermis while leaving the surface intact — triggering new collagen and elastin without significant downtime.

    What It Treats

    • Fine lines, wrinkles, and crepey texture
    • Acne scars and surgical scars
    • Sun damage and uneven tone
    • Enlarged pores and overall skin laxity
    💡 Pro TipMost clients are pink for 24–48 hours and back to normal makeup and routine within 2–3 days. A series of 3–5 sessions, spaced 4 weeks apart, is typical.

    Related Terms

    Collagen

    The most abundant protein in the body, responsible for skin's firmness, elasticity, and structural integrity. Production declines with age.

    Fractional Laser

    A laser that delivers energy in a grid of tiny columns rather than treating the entire skin surface at once, allowing faster healing while reaching deep skin layers.

    Non-Ablative Laser

    A laser that heats tissue beneath the skin's surface to stimulate collagen without removing or destroying the outer layer, resulting in little to no visible peeling.

    Dermis

    The thick middle layer of skin beneath the outer epidermis — where collagen, elastin, blood vessels, hair follicles, and sweat glands live.

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