Carbon Laser Peel

A carbon laser peel is a two-step laser treatment. First, a thin layer of medical liquid carbon is spread over the skin and allowed to settle into the pores, where it binds to oil, dead cells and other impurities. A laser is then passed over the area; the carbon absorbs the laser energy, and as it is targeted it lifts away the debris it has bound to while the warmth gently exfoliates the surface and is associated with stimulation of the skin. The result…

At JCTL the skin is cleansed before the carbon is applied and treated, with the whole session taking around half an hour to forty-five minutes. It is comfortable — usually felt as light warmth and a mild snapping sensation — and has essentially no downtime, so it suits patients wanting a refresh without recovery time. It is particularly useful for oily and congested skin, visible pores and a dull surface, and can be repeated as a short course for…