What is eCO₂
The eCO₂ Laser by Lutronic, is an advanced fractional ablative CO₂ laser treatment designed to resurface and rejuvenate the skin. This advanced treatment delivers precise columns of laser energy to the skin, targeting imperfections while stimulating deep collagen renewal for smoother, firmer, and more youthful looking skin.
As an ablative laser, eCO₂ gently removes damaged outer layers of the skin while triggering the body’s natural healing response. This results in significant improvements in skin tone, texture, and elasticity. It is particularly effective for reducing wrinkles, acne scars, pigmentation, and other signs of ageing or sun damage.
How Does It Work?
The eCO₂ laser creates micro ablative columns of controlled thermal energy within the skin. These microscopic zones of injury encourage the production of new collagen and elastin fibres while leaving the surrounding skin intact to support faster healing.
This fractional technology allows your practitioner to precisely customise the treatment depth and intensity to your individual needs — from light resurfacing and texture refinement to deeper correction for scars and wrinkles. The result is smoother, tighter, and more radiant skin that continues to improve over time.
What Does the Treatment Involve?
Your eCO₂ treatment begins with cleansing the skin and applying a topical numbing cream for comfort. During the procedure, your practitioner will guide the laser handpiece across the targeted area, delivering short bursts of fractional CO₂ energy in a grid-like pattern.
You may feel a warm, tingling, or prickling sensation as the laser works, but the treatment is generally well tolerated. Depending on the size of the area treated, sessions typically take between 30–60 minutes. The eCO₂ laser can be used on the face, neck, décolletage, hands, and other areas where skin rejuvenation is desired.
What Can I Expect After My Treatment?
Immediately after treatment, the skin will appear red and may feel warm, similar to a sunburn. Mild swelling and tiny scabs or crusting can develop as the skin begins to heal which is a normal part of the resurfacing process. Most redness subsides within 5–10 days, depending on the treatment intensity.
As your skin heals, you’ll notice a smoother texture, reduced lines, and a more even tone. Collagen continues to remodel over the following weeks and months, providing progressive, long-lasting results.
Because eCO₂ is an ablative treatment, some downtime is expected — your practitioner will provide specific aftercare instructions to support recovery and protect your new skin. Regular use of a broad-spectrum SPF is essential after treatment.
Main Benefits
- Improves skin texture and tone
- Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
- Softens acne and surgical scars
- Minimises pigmentation and sun damage
- Tightens and firms ageing skin
- Promotes long-term collagen renewal
