CO₂ Laser Resurfacing is a technique developed on Fraxel Laser Resurfacing which has been popular among people around the world.

It is usually used for those patients who are dealing with severe sun damage, uneven tone, and texture, deep wrinkles, or severe acne scars. It has positive effects on skin tightening as well and provides a smooth complexion with very few sessions.

So one can say, these are the best on the market these days for skin resurfacing.

What can we use CO₂ Resurfacing for?
There are skin issues that can be treated, some of which are depicted below;

1. It can be used to correct Acne Scars and uneven texture.
2. It is used to help to tighten the eyelids.
3. It is even used for removing pre-cancerous growths.
4. Used to treat stretch marks and other scars.
5. It can be used for treating uneven skin pigmentation and brown spots.

How does it feel to take a CO₂ Laser Resurfacing Session?
CO₂ lasers focus really high-energy laser light in short bursts to the skin. This helps in removing dead and damaged skin cells. Also, because it is easily handled because of the CO₂ handpiece, the professional can control the depth of the treatment, making it an effective option for delicate areas like the face or nearby eyes.

It is a bit painful for some patients, for which some technicians also provide some mild sedatives or anesthetics.

How much time does it take to heal?
The healing process depends upon several things, like the treatment for which you are using CO₂ laser resurfacing, or your health history, etc. 

But on average, it takes about one week to heal after your treatment session, which means that you should actually plan for at least two weeks off from any meetings or commitments.

How to take care of skin after the treatment?
After the treatment is done, you should take good care of your skin frequently and also keep it moisturized. 

Many patients can find that their skin is covered in a fine crust and is reddish in color. Until you are completely healed, you should protect your skin from sunlight with regular sunscreen use. 

With proper treatment and good quality product usage, CO₂ laser resurfacing results can last for several years.

Conclusion:
Yes, CO₂ laser resurfacing is worth it, as you can actually get rid of so many complications in terms of cosmetics. 

It's just that you should take care of your skin afterwards to get long lasting results.