FAQs: Non‑Ablative Fractional CO₂ Laser (Secret Pro)

Yes. When delivered by trained medical practitioners using controlled settings, it is a well‑established and clinically supported resurfacing technology.

A topical anaesthetic (numbing cream) is applied 45 minutes to one hour before treatment to maximise comfort. Most patients describe a warm, prickling sensation during the procedure, which is generally very manageable once the skin is fully numbed.

Heat, redness, and swelling are normal in the first few days. The skin may feel hot, tight, or slightly oozy as it begins the initial healing phase. This is expected and settles gradually.

Yes. As the skin regenerates, it may feel dry, textured or flaky for several days. This is part of the resurfacing process and will smooth out as healing progresses.

Avoid heat, sweating and strenuous exercise for at least 72 hours. Heat exposure increases inflammation and pigmentation risk.

Most patients complete the main healing stages within 10–14 days, but deeper redness can persist for several weeks. Collagen remodelling continues for months, which is when the most meaningful improvements appear.

Retinol, vitamin A, exfoliating acids and strong vitamin C should be avoided until your practitioner confirms your skin is ready. Introducing them too early increases the risk of irritation and pigmentation.

Makeup should only be used once the skin surface has fully healed and is no longer open or oozing – typically after Day 7. Mineral or non‑comedogenic formulas are preferred initially.

If you experience increasing redness, spreading heat, significant discomfort, unusual discharge or anything that feels “not right,” pause all actives and contact the clinic for guidance.

Healing skin is highly sensitive to UV and visible light. Even brief exposure can trigger pigmentation. Daily SPF 50+ is essential, and tinted sunscreen is strongly recommended.

Non‑ablative fractional CO₂ heats the deeper layers without removing the full surface of the skin. This means shorter recovery, lower risk, and more gradual improvement, while still stimulating collagen.