Fraxel FTX Fractional Laser
Fraxel FTX is a non-ablative, fractional laser designed to improve sun damage, pigmentation, fine lines, texture, and acne and surgical scars—without removing the entire surface layer of skin. Using microscopic columns of laser energy, Fraxel precisely treats damaged skin while leaving surrounding skin intact to allow for more rapid healing.
What makes Fraxel FTX particularly versatile is its dual-wavelength technology. With both 1550 nm and 1927 nm wavelengths, our physicians can target different depths of the skin—and different concerns—during a customized treatment. Skinfocused's new and updated Fraxel model features a redesigned system which uses the proven dual-wavelength technology for greater precision, efficiency, and patient comfort. This makes for better treatments for our patients.
How Fraxel FTX Works
Fraxel uses fractional laser technology to create thousands of microscopic treatment zones while leaving the surrounding tissue intact. These controlled areas of thermal injury stimulate the skin's natural healing response, promoting collagen remodeling and the replacement of damaged cells with healthier, fresher skin.
The 1550 nm wavelength penetrates more deeply into the dermis, where it stimulates collagen remodeling and addresses concerns such as fine lines, wrinkles, texture, and acne and surgical scars.
The 1927 nm wavelength works more superficially and is particularly effective for addressing sun damage, freckles, age spots, and other unwanted pigmentation.
Depending on your skin and your goals, our physicians may recommend one wavelength or incorporate both into your treatment.
What Fraxel FTX Treats
Fraxel FTX is an excellent choice for patients looking for meaningful improvement in both the tone and texture of their skin without the more extensive downtime associated with ablative resurfacing.
Sun damage and brown spots
Uneven pigmentation and tone
Fine lines and wrinkles
Uneven or rough texture
Acne scars
Surgical scars
Actinic keratoses (precancerous spots)
Overall skin quality and radiance
Fraxel can be used on the face, neck, chest, hands, and other areas of the body as appropriate.
Downtime & Results
Immediately after treatment, redness, warmth, and swelling are expected. The sensation of heat is generally most noticeable for the first few hours. Over the next several days, the skin may feel dry or rough and develop a bronzed or "sandpaper-like" appearance as treated tissue works its way to the surface.
On the face, this renewal process generally begins within 3 to 4 days, with most patients completing the visible healing process within approximately 5 to 7 days. Treatment of areas off the face may require a longer recovery.
As the skin renews itself, tone and texture improve, while collagen remodeling continues over the following months. Depending on the concern being treated and the intensity of treatment, our physicians may recommend a single treatment or a series of treatments.
Two Wavelengths. A Customized Approach.
At Skinfocused, we don't believe in choosing a laser simply because it is the newest device—or because it worked well for someone else. The best laser is the one that most effectively addresses your skin, your concerns, and your goals.
Fraxel FTX adds two highly effective wavelengths to our extensive laser toolbox. Our physicians can customize the wavelength, depth, energy, and treatment intensity—or recommend a different technology altogether—based on what they believe will give you the best result.
Because when it comes to lasers, the technology matters. Knowing which technology to use matters even more.
