Sciton MOXI Fractional Laser

A non-ablative fractional laser resurfacing treatment using the Sciton MOXI, a 1927nm thulium fibre laser that creates microscopic treatment zones in the skin to improve tone, texture, pigmentation, and early signs of sun damage with minimal downtime.

The Sciton MOXI at Spire Clinic is a 1927nm thulium fibre laser that delivers non-ablative fractional resurfacing — meaning it creates thousands of microscopic thermal columns in the upper dermis without vaporising the skin surface. This wavelength has a strong affinity for water in the tissue, allowing it to target superficial pigmentation, melasma, sun spots, and uneven skin tone with precision while leaving the surrounding tissue intact to serve as a reservoir for rapid healing. MOXI is positioned by Sciton as a 'prejuvenation' device — designed for patients who want to maintain healthy skin and address early damage rather than treat severe photoaging. It sits below the company's more aggressive HALO hybrid fractional laser in intensity, making it suitable for a broader range of skin types (Fitzpatrick I-V) and requiring significantly less downtime. This gentler profile makes MOXI one of the few fractional lasers safe for use on darker skin tones where more aggressive devices carry a higher risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Treatment at Spire Clinic takes approximately 45 minutes. Topical numbing cream is applied beforehand, though many patients tolerate MOXI with minimal discomfort. Post-treatment, the skin develops a sandpaper-like texture as the microscopic treatment zones form tiny bronzed dots (MENDs — microscopic epidermal necrotic debris) that slough off over 3-5 days, revealing fresher, more even-toned skin beneath. Social downtime is minimal — most patients feel comfortable returning to work the next day with light makeup. A course of 3-4 MOXI sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart produces cumulative improvement in skin clarity, reduced pigmentation, refined pore appearance, and a visible 'glow' that comes from accelerated epidermal turnover. MOXI pairs well with BBL HEROic — many Sciton practitioners combine the two in a single session for simultaneous deep pigment correction and surface resurfacing.