ProFractional in Columbus

ProFractional is an advanced erbium: YAG laser that works in a unique, grid-like pattern. Unlike full-field lasers, which treat the entire surface area, ProFractional works in small sections at a time to reach beneath the surface and trigger a healing response.

Because this laser doesn’t remove entire layers of skin, it requires far less downtime than traditional laser resurfacing treatments—without sacrificing results. It’s like planting seeds only in the worn-out patches of your lawn, caring for the areas that need it most without damaging the surrounding, healthy grass (or, in our case, skin).

While both microneedling and ProFractional stimulate collagen, they do it in different ways. Microneedling uses tiny needles to create microscopic wounds on your skin’s surface, triggering healing. At Blush, we take microneedling even further with needles that emit radiofrequency (RF) waves, which further boost collagen production without causing more damage to the surface.

ProFractional doesn’t involve needles, relying on laser energy instead to create precise channels into your skin’s deeper layers to start the repair process. Neither approach is better than the other, but our skin specialists help you decide which is best for you. For example, we may recommend ProFractional in Columbus for someone struggling with deeper-set wrinkles or acne scars, and microneedling for someone dealing with fine lines or stretch marks—but we also consider your skin type, budget, and timeline.

Skin resurfacing is a category of treatments that focuses on removing or renewing your skin’s outermost layers, including laser peels and chemical peels. Similar to refinishing hardwood floors, resurfacing addresses superficial concerns like discoloration, uneven texture, and fine lines.

Skin remodeling happens beneath the surface, strengthening your skin’s foundation by boosting collagen and elastin production. These kinds of treatments focus on restoring firmness and elasticity, addressing deeper-rooted skin concerns, such as more significant wrinkles, scars, and sagging.

Uniquely, ProFractional does both resurfacing and remodeling. The result? Skin that looks healthier on the outside and is stronger and more resilient on the inside, so you see and feel improvements that last.

While some people may achieve the results they envision from a single treatment, others may require 1 or 2 additional sessions to achieve the best results. The exact number of ProFractional sessions you’ll need depends on your skin type, the nature and severity of your concerns, and how you care for your skin outside of our office.

If you’re struggling with more prominent texture issues or scarring, you may require more treatments than someone dealing with fine lines, as your skin requires less of a collagen boost to heal from surface-level damage. Don’t worry—we’ll discuss all of this during your consultation and create a long-term plan that aligns with your goals and lifestyle.

Yes! We don’t just recommend ProFractional in Columbus for patients struggling with visible signs of aging, but also to prevent these concerns before they become more pronounced. Because your body produces less collagen and elastin every year, skin aging is a gradual process.

Using the ProFractional laser, we restore your skin’s supply of those natural resources before structural issues become serious, and before you can even see them. With ample collagen and elastin, your skin regains its strength, delaying the formation of fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging to support your skin’s health—and your confident flow—for the long run.

While boosting collagen and elastin production beneath the surface, ProFractional gently removes dead and damaged skin cells from the surface. Those cells create a barrier between topical products and your skin, limiting their effectiveness.

By removing that barrier and creating tiny pathways into your skin’s deeper layers, ProFractional allows products to penetrate deeper. That’s why we recommend using medical-grade skincare after your treatment, allowing the active ingredients in these scientifically proven formulas to target issues at the source.