Carbon Laser Peel (Nd:YAG)

A carbon laser peel — sometimes called a carbon facial — works in two stages. First a fine layer of liquid carbon is spread over the skin and allowed to settle into the pores. An Nd:YAG laser is then passed over the area; the light is strongly absorbed by the carbon, so as the particles are targeted they exfoliate the uppermost layer of skin and lift away absorbed oil and debris, while the laser's warmth is associated with a temporary improvement in the…

At FemiCentrum the cosmetologist cleanses the skin, applies the carbon and works the laser methodically across the area, with the whole treatment usually taking around thirty to forty-five minutes. It is essentially comfortable, with most people feeling only a light warm or snapping sensation, and there is no real downtime — the skin may look a little pink immediately afterwards but typically appears brighter and feels smoother straight away. Because the…