If you want smoother texture, softer acne scars, or more even tone without changing your facial features, fractional resurfacing may be an option.
The treatment creates controlled zones of skin renewal while leaving surrounding skin to help recovery.
We choose the depth and intensity based on the problem, your skin tone, and how much downtime you are willing to have.
Recovery & Results
Daily activities: Depend on the laser and treatment depth.
Visible recovery: Clear + Brilliant has a shorter recovery than ablative CO2 resurfacing.
Results: Develop as skin heals; deeper remodeling can continue for months.
Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing
Fractional resurfacing treats controlled portions of the skin rather than the entire surface at once. Depending on the device and depth, it may improve selected acne scars, rough texture, fine lines and sun-related skin changes.
What is the difference between lighter and deeper resurfacing?
Lighter nonablative treatments generally involve less downtime but may require a series. Deeper or ablative fractional resurfacing can produce a stronger remodeling response but comes with greater recovery and risk.
Which resurfacing options does Borealis offer?
Explore Clear + Brilliant / Permea for a lighter nonablative approach and CO2 laser resurfacing with CO2RE or Fraxis Duo for more intensive ablative resurfacing.
Does skin tone matter?
Yes. Melanin-rich skin can be treated with selected resurfacing approaches, but inflammation can trigger hyperpigmentation or, less commonly, hypopigmentation. Device choice, settings and aftercare should reflect the patient’s skin tone and pigment history.
Fractional laser resurfacing in Garden City, NY
A consultation helps determine whether fractional resurfacing, microneedling, RF microneedling or another scar or texture treatment best matches the goal.
Your Questions, Answered
Does “fractional” mean Fraxel?
No. Fractional describes a treatment pattern; Fraxel is a brand.
Which treatments should I compare?
Clear + Brilliant and CO2 resurfacing, including their benefits and recovery requirements.
Recovery varies with your skin, treatment area and settings. Follow your individual aftercare instructions.