— LASER & LIGHT —
Laser Skin Resurfacing
Advanced Texture & Wrinkle Treatment
Performed by licensed medical providers under physician supervision
60 minutes reserved for your first consultation or a new treatment plan. See how we care for you
Laser resurfacing treatments are performed by licensed medical providers under physician supervision, part of our Clinical Aesthetics Team at 30 N Michigan Ave (60602). Meet the Clinical Aesthetics Team.
At a glance
- Full face
- Face and neck
- Visit length
- About 60 minutes for a perioral or periocular area, and about 75 minutes for full face or face and neck, including numbing.
- Suggested plan
- Often a single session; lighter treatments may be planned as a series of about 3, spaced at least 4 weeks apart.
- Ongoing care
- Annually or as needed.
— Overview —
What It Is
Advanced laser skin resurfacing addresses visible signs of aging at Chicago Medspa, centrally located at 30 N Michigan Ave in Downtown Chicago. This medical-grade treatment improves texture, pigmentation, scars, wrinkles, and overall skin quality using an FDA-cleared laser system.
Benefits
- Improves fine lines & wrinkles
- Reduces acne scars & textured skin
- Fades sun damage & pigmentation
- Tightens and firms skin
- Smooths rough or crepey skin texture
- Minimizes enlarged pores
- Long-term collagen remodeling
— The Experience —
How It Works
- 01
Consultation & Assessment
We evaluate skin thickness, pigmentation, wrinkle depth, scarring, sensitivity, and downtime availability to choose the correct laser type.
- 02
Numbing & Comfort
Topical numbing applied, with cooling systems and optional nerve blocks for deeper treatments.
- 03
Laser Treatment
The laser device passes over skin in controlled patterns. You may feel warmth, tingling, or light snapping. Treatment takes about 20 to 60 minutes depending on the area, plus numbing time.
- 04
Recovery
Skin may appear red, swollen, and warm immediately after. We provide a full home-care regimen for optimal healing.
— Candidacy —
Who It's For
Clients with fine lines, acne scars, sun damage, enlarged pores, rough texture, uneven tone, or early to advanced aging concerns. We adjust settings to safely treat a variety of skin types.
Contraindications
Pregnancy/breastfeeding, keloid scarring history, recent isotretinoin use (6-12 months), active infection or eczema, recent tanning, or photosensitivity.
— Aftercare & Results —
What to Expect After
Pre-Care
- Avoid sun exposure for at least four weeks
- Discontinue retinoids 5-7 days before
- Stop exfoliants before treatment
- Hydrate well
Post-Care
Gentle cleansing, hydrating barrier ointment, no sweating for 48 hours, strict sun protection, and avoid retinoids until cleared by provider.
— Planning Your Visit —
Treatment Details
Treatment options
- Full face
- Face and neck
- Perioral or periocular
Current service prices are available in online booking or at your complimentary consultation. Your plan is confirmed at the complimentary consultation, with no obligation to book.
- Appointment Length
- About 60 minutes for a perioral or periocular area, and about 75 minutes for full face or face and neck, including numbing.
- Typical Course
- Often a single session; lighter treatments may be planned as a series of about 3, spaced at least 4 weeks apart.
- Maintenance
- Annually or as needed.
Depth, downtime, and timing are planned with you at consultation.
In-clinic visits: no deposit, no fees
Your consultation is complimentary, with no obligation to book. We take no deposit to hold your in-clinic appointment, and we charge nothing to cancel, to reschedule, or for a visit you miss.
Your care, thoughtfully planned
Time to be heard.
Clarity at every step.
Tell us what matters to you, what you are unsure about, and what you want to understand before deciding. We make space for that conversation.
Your consultation is complimentary, with no obligation to book.
Consultation and treatment are separate reservations. If you want both on the same day, ask our team to reserve both. A consultation alone does not include a treatment slot.
Returning patients and package visits receive a focused progress review. A new concern or treatment plan may need a separate extended consultation.
Questions before or after your visit? Call (312) 426-2033.
01 / We listen and explain
Discuss the texture, scar or other skin concern you want assessed, previous procedures and the recovery time you can plan around.
You can bring questions, your current routine and details of prior treatments. Our team provides any intake or consent forms through the separate secure care system.
Ask us to explain unfamiliar terms or repeat anything. We review your priorities together before recommending a next step.
02 / We agree on your plan
We explain the proposed approach, alternatives, limits, relevant risks, expected recovery and the total cost before you decide. You can take time to think, ask for a staged plan or decide against treatment.
Questions we will work through with you:
- Which resurfacing approach and area are you proposing, and why?
- What appointment preparation and recovery arrangements should I make?
- When would you want to review healing and assess the result?
03 / You stay part of the conversation
If you proceed, your provider explains the steps and comfort options, confirms your agreement and checks in with you throughout. Let us know if you need a pause or more explanation.
The reserved visit includes the care around the procedure, not just active treatment. Preparation, treatment time and instructions vary by service. We confirm the appointment length before booking and discuss any change with you.
04 / Leave with clear next steps
Before you leave, we review your written instructions, what to expect next, which concerns need a call or urgent care, and how to reach the team. We invite you to talk through the plan in your own words so we can clear up anything that is uncertain.
Your take-home conversation includes:
- The written cleansing, product and skin-protection guidance for your specific procedure.
- How to reach the team about healing and which concerns should not await review.
- When to discuss your ongoing skincare and whether another assessment is appropriate.
We discuss how to support your goals at home and when to review your plan. Where a treatment has a visible result, we explain what is known about maintenance without promising that a product, routine or extra treatment will make it last longer. Your next step follows your response and goals.
— Frequently Asked —
Questions, Answered
Is laser resurfacing painful?
How long does healing take?
How long do results last?
Can it treat deep acne scars?
When will I see results?
— Explore Next —
Related Treatments
- RF microneedling for texture and firmness
RF microneedling reaches similar collagen goals through radiofrequency rather than light, and suits a different downtime tolerance.
- Laser skin tightening as a lower-downtime option
Where resurfacing removes surface, tightening works on laxity, and the two are often sequenced across a plan.
- Chemical peels for pigment and surface clarity
- Choosing between microneedling and RF microneedling
- What accumulated sun damage responds to
- Peel depths, from light to deep
- Two resurfacing approaches, compared
- Explore all laser and skin treatments
— Begin Here —
Request a Consultation
Every client begins with a consultation and medical review. Leave your contact details and our team will reach out to schedule a private conversation.
Results vary between individuals.