Solaria CO2 Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing

Each treatment session takes 15 to 60 minutes, depending on the size of the treated area and your provider’s level of experience. Here’s what to expect.

• Your provider will begin by cleaning and prepping the skin.
• They’ll cover the treatment area with topical numbing cream or gel, which may take an hour or more to fully numb the skin.
• During your consultation, your provider will assess your skin and customize settings based on your concerns, skin type, and goals.
• The device allows providers to customize the depth of the radiofrequency heat delivered by its microneedles, to reach different depths of the dermal layers (e.g., superficial, intermediate, deep) and target specific skin concerns. Once the settings are adjusted, your provider should begin with a test spot, to make sure you don’t have any adverse reactions.
• Then they will methodically stamp the handpiece across your skin, allowing the needles to penetrate below the surface and deliver the radiofrequency energy. The number of passes and amount of energy delivered into the tissue depends on the treatment area and desired goals.
• Pinprick marks from the needles should fade on their own within two weeks.

Some areas may feel more sensitive than others. If it becomes very painful, your provider may be able to adjust the settings or pause to administer local anesthetic and/or pain medication.

You may feel a mild tingling sensation during treatment, but a topical numbing cream is applied beforehand to keep you comfortable. Most patients describe the sensation as tolerable, similar to a light sunburn. After the procedure, your skin may feel warm for a few hours. 

Many patients see noticeable improvements after just one session. However, depending on the severity of your concerns, such as deeper wrinkles, scarring, or significant sun damage, you may benefit from a series of treatments spaced several weeks apart. Your provider at Invigue will create a customized plan tailored to your skin’s needs and desired results.

To ensure optimal healing and results after your Solaria treatment:

• Avoid sun exposure for 7–10 days. Use a broad-spectrum SPF daily.
• Do not pick or scratch the treated area—allow the skin to flake naturally.
• Apply a gentle, hydrating moisturizer as directed.
• Cleanse the skin with a fragrance-free, non-active cleanser.
• Avoid exfoliants, acids, and active skincare (retinol, glycolic acid, etc.) for at least 10 days.
• Stay well-hydrated and follow any customized instructions provided at your appointment.

Downtime varies from 3–7 days depending on intensity. Mild redness, swelling, or dryness is normal and temporary.

Initial improvements, such as a healthy glow, can be visible within 7 to 10 days. However, the most dramatic changes, such as firmer skin, develop gradually as your skin produces new collagen, with optimal results appearing 6 to 12 weeks post-treatment. 

Yes, and it often is! For best results, we may recommend combining Solaria with Morpheus8 with other rejuvenation procedures like:

• Chemical peel
• Neurotoxins (such as Botox or Dysport)
• Dermal fillers
• Laser treatments
• Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) or VAMP
• Biostimulators, like Radiesse  

For example, Morpheus8 and dermal fillers work synergistically to correct acne scars, skin texture, and volume loss. Fillers help plump and smooth indentations while Morpheus8 stimulates the collagen needed to repair the surrounding tissue.
When combined with PRP or biostimulators, Solaria becomes an even more powerful solution for mild to moderate skin laxity, textural irregularities, and visible aging. The results are enhanced, natural-looking, and long-lasting.