Fast, precise CO₂ resurfacing with minimal downtime
Reveal smoother texture, refine pores, soften fine lines, and brighten sun damage, without the long recovery of traditional CO₂ lasers. CoolPeel® is a fractional CO₂ treatment performed exclusively with the Tetra PRO platform to refresh the skin’s surface while keeping downtime short and recovery predictable.
Why patients choose CoolPeel®
- Leading-edge CO₂ with less downtime. CoolPeel leverages Tetra PRO’s H-Pulse delivery—very high peak power in ultra-short pulses—to ablate the superficial skin precisely while limiting excess thermal injury. Less heat = faster recovery with impressive resurfacing results.
- Efficient appointments. Full-face treatments are typically under 10 minutes, and Tetra PRO’s newer delivery modes speed things up further.
- Customizable intensity. Your provider can tailor depth, density, and pattern for your skin and schedule—light “refresh” sessions or more intensive passes.
What CoolPeel® treats
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Fine lines and early wrinkles
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Sun damage and dyschromia
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Rough or uneven texture (“crepe-y” skin)
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Enlarged pores and dull tone
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Mild acne scarring (selected cases)
Common treatment zones: face, neck, chest, and hands.
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How it works:
- The Tetra PRO CO₂ laser performs a controlled, fractional ablation of the skin’s outermost layer. Its exclusive H-Pulse delivers very short, high-energy pulses that vaporize targeted columns of tissue while minimizing surrounding heat. The result: fully ablative, superficial resurfacing with reduced collateral thermal damage and quicker downtime compared to conventional CO₂.
What to expect
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Consultation & plan. We assess your skin, goals, Fitzpatrick type, and timing to select the right settings.
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Prep. Cleansing and optional topical anesthetic (many patients tolerate light CoolPeel without it).
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Treatment. Full face often takes <10 minutes; targeted areas are even faster.
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Out the door. Expect warmth and redness, similar to a sunburn. Makeup is typically resumed after a short window per your plan; texture may feel “sandpapery” for several days as micro-peels lift. (Light CO₂ treatments commonly show pinkness day 1 and flaking 3–5 days.)
Downtime & recovery
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Light CoolPeel: social downtime ~1–3 days (pinkness, dryness, flaking).
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Moderate settings: plan for 3–7 days of redness and visible exfoliation.
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Hydration, barrier support, sun avoidance, and SPF are critical during healing.
Note: Downtime is adjustable based on intensity—your provider will match the plan to your calendar.
Results & series
You’ll notice a brighter tone and refined texture as early as the first week, with collagen remodeling and clarity continuing to improve over 4–12 weeks. Many patients choose 1–3 sessions spaced 4–8 weeks apart; others do a single seasonal refresh.
Is CoolPeel® right for me?
CoolPeel works beautifully for patients seeking meaningful resurfacing with limited downtime. As with all CO₂ treatments, appropriate settings and skin prep matter, especially in higher Fitzpatrick types; fractional delivery and parameter adjustments support safe treatment across a broader range of skin tones in expert hands. We’ll review your history (including keloids, photosensitivity, and healing tendencies) to choose the safest approach—or recommend alternatives if needed.
Pairing CoolPeel® with other treatments
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Injectables (for lines/volume) while CoolPeel improves overall skin quality. Cartes Aesthetics
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RF microneedling or non-ablative lasers (staged) for collagen and texture synergy. Cartes Aesthetics
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Medical-grade skincare for barrier recovery and pigment control.
We’ll map the sequence and timing to optimize healing and outcomes.
Frequently asked questions
Only Tetra PRO (and DEKA Helix) can perform a branded CoolPeel. Its H-Pulse allows fully ablative, superficial passes with minimized thermal damage—so you get resurfacing benefits with less downtime than traditional protocols.
Most patients describe brief warmth/tingling; topical numbing is available. Discomfort is usually mild for light settings. (Moderate settings can feel “hot” the evening after, subsiding by day 1–2.)
A typical full-face treatment is under 10 minutes; add time for consultation, photos, and post-care.
Early brightness shows within days to a week as the micro-peels lift; collagen and clarity continue to improve for weeks to months.
We’ll avoid or modify treatment if you’re prone to poor wound healing/keloids, have active infection, recent isotretinoin, or can’t avoid sun exposure during recovery. We also tailor parameters for darker skin types to reduce risk.