Transform Your Skin with a Gentle Yet Powerful Fractionated Laser for Marco Island, Bonita Springs, Ft. Myers, and Naples, FL

In the past, many people waited until they started seeing more advanced signs of aging to seek out ways to rejuvenate their skin. Sciton's Moxi^® at the Naples and Marco Island-based Skin Wellness Physicians is an advanced fractionated laser skin resurfacing treatment that can help you maintain youthful-looking skin. As of 2024, Moxi^® laser revitalization treatments continue to be one of the most effective approaches to maintaining a youthful appearance. It was specifically designed as a preventative, entry-level skincare option that delivers a brightened and rejuvenated complexion with virtually no downtime.

What Causes Signs of Aging on the Skin?

Our skin is affected by many forces as we age including everything from the sun’s rays to harsh weather and bad habits. The way our skin ages depends on factors such as our lifestyle, diet, genetics, stress, gravity, daily facial movement, sleep, and personal habits. It’s common for changes to occur as we age, such as the skin becoming rougher, developing lesions, losing elasticity, and becoming more fragile. Excessive sun exposure is often the biggest culprit when it comes to aging skin.

Luckily, cosmetic treatments such as laser skin treatments can help us maintain supple and refreshed-looking skin.

Moxi^® Facts: What is Prejuvenation?

The skin sustains damage over the years due to sun exposure, pollution, contact with harsh chemicals, and other stressors. You may be wondering, what is the best approach to preventing this damage? One of the best methods of "prejuvenation"—which is a term used to describe methods used by younger patients hoping to prevent the signs of aging—is Moxi^®.

Individuals who are interested in prejuvenation often seek out preventative cosmetic procedures like Moxi^® that are designed to postpone the visible signs of aging rather than correct more pronounced signs of aging that have already occurred later in life. Prejuvenation involves taking a proactive approach. Rejuvenation, on the other hand, is more restorative–it usually focuses on making the skin appear young again. Typically, prejuvenation will include combining a good skincare routine with non-surgical treatments like Moxi^® to help keep the skin in good condition. This beginner-level laser treatment improves the general tone and texture of the skin by correcting uneven pigmentation.

Who Is an Ideal Candidate for Moxi^®?

Patients will sometimes ask us, “Who is a good candidate for Moxi^®?” This energy-based treatment is ideal for preventative skincare, light touch-ups, or more dramatic improvements with less downtime.

Moxi^® is safe for any time of year on all skin types or tones for both men and women. What sets it apart from many other laser treatments is that it works well on any skin tone. It can be ideal for individuals who have busy and active lifestyles as very little preparation is needed and a treatment session can be completed within a typical lunch break. The treatment is designed for active people who are seeking ways to address the initial signs of aging and sun damage.

How Does Moxi^® Work?

People who are interested in enhancing the look of their skin will often search for, “What are the benefits of Moxi^®?” or “What is Moxi^® laser best for?” Moxi^® is a gentle, non-ablative laser treatment that provides consistent results with its fractionated 1927 nm wavelength laser. For fractional laser treatments like this one the laser beam is split into thousands of microscopic treatment zones as a way of heating a fraction of the skin at a time while creating microscopic columns surrounded by untreated skin in the same area. The laser creates tiny perforations in the superficial layer, but there is no open wound in the skin.

The micro-coagulation zones created by the laser trigger a natural wound- healing process in the skin and encourage collagen production to promote a smoother and more even surface.

A numbing cream may be applied before the treatment, but most patients don't require this step since the laser isn't painful. You may experience a mild stinging sensation, but it is typically well tolerated. Each Moxi^® preventative anti-aging treatment for the full face is completed in just 12 to 15 minutes. Given how easy it is to fit into a person's day, this treatment is ideal for incorporating into a patient's long-term skincare routine.

One of the gentlest laser options available, Moxi^® brightens and refreshes the skin for a more radiant, vibrant, and even appearance.

What Are the Benefits of Moxi^®?

Moxi^® is a good treatment for younger patients who are seeking light skin revitalization treatments to maintain healthy, radiant skin and address minor forms of existing skin damage. The laser procedure addresses early signs of aging and sun damage such as brown and red spots. It improves the overall quality of the skin and can also correct specific types of concerns such as pigmentation issues, sun damage, uneven skin tone, and skin texture issues. This laser is usually not recommended for deep wrinkles or severe sun damage.

This laser works well during any season, so patients can undergo treatments all year round, and it is safe for all skin types and tones. Since Moxi^® has three energy settings, it can be customized to fit each patient's needs. Level one tackles superficial skin issues while levels two and three treat issues that affect the deeper layers. Patients who want to preserve the results from a more aggressive laser treatment can also benefit from Moxi^® in 2024 and beyond.

How Do You Prepare for Moxi^®?

Not much preparation will be required. We usually recommend that patients avoid sun exposure for a few weeks prior to the treatment and show up to the treatment appointment with no makeup on.

What Can You Expect for Recovery and Aftercare After a Moxi^® Session?

How long does it take to heal after a Moxi^® laser? What is the downtime for Moxi^®? How do I take care of my skin after Moxi^® laser? There is minimal to no downtime and a low risk of side effects from Moxi^® laser treatments, so recovery will usually be quick and easy. You'll be able to resume your normal daily activities right away, though there may be mild redness, swelling, and a rough texture on the skin for a few days. As your skin will be raw and more sensitive to sunlight after this laser treatment, you should limit sun exposure and apply sunscreen often. With multiple sessions, patients will notice significant skin tone improvements.

When Will You See the Results from a Moxi^® Session?

This laser can make your skin look completely refreshed and the results are very natural and subtle, so it won’t appear as if you have had any treatments. Results can be seen as soon as one week.

Which Aesthetic Treatments Complement Moxi^®?

Aside from Moxi^®, we also offer a complete range of injectables and skin rejuvenation or resurfacing procedures that improve the look and feel of the skin. Some of the cosmetic treatments that can be combined with Moxi^® to optimize results at Skin Wellness Physicians include chemical peels, dermaplaning, HydraFacial^®, and microneedling. DiamondGlow^® is a three-in-one resurfacing facial. Other energy-based procedures such as laser skin resurfacing and IPL also improve the tone, texture, and color of the skin by reducing unwanted pigmentation.

Injectables can treat common signs of aging such as wrinkles, asymmetry, and volume loss. Dermal fillers including the Juvederm^® and Restylane^® collections and collagen stimulator fillers such as Sculptra^® work by adding lift and volume beneath the skin to reduce wrinkles or enhance facial contours.

BOTOX^® is an injectable neuromodulator that works differently to facial fillers. This injection softens dynamic expression wrinkles such as crow's feet and frown lines that occur when the skin is continually stretched during facial expressions.