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I had few options for my skin to look its best at my brother’s wedding right around the corner—I was still breastfeeding, and I couldn’t use any relaxers like Botox or Dysport, or even fillers. There had to be a treatment that would give my skin back its radiant appearance while crunched on time and options, so I talked with Dr. Monica Scheel, and we landed on something that would give me a refreshed, glowy look without injectables: a Micro CO2 laser.
What is a Micro CO2 Laser?
The Micro CO2 laser is a gentler version of the full CO2 laser, so it’s perfect if you’re looking for real results but don’t have a full week to commit to healing. It resurfaces the outer layer of the skin, evens out tone and texture, and helps reduce fine lines and sun damage—all while kick-starting collagen production. My downtime was about 7–10 days, but many people find they’re ready to go in just three or four days with the micro settings.
Dr. Monica performed the treatment herself using an ablative setting of the CO2 laser, which is a bit more intense but comes with amazing results. We started by numbing my face for 30 minutes. Once I was numb, the procedure took another 30 minutes. She treated my full face, including the more delicate areas around my eyes and lips—something I was really excited about since fine lines tend to show up there first.
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To be totally honest, I was nervous about the pain, but it really wasn’t bad. With the numbing cream, the whole thing just felt like tiny rubber band snaps. And since this is a true medical-grade laser, it requires a doctor on site to oversee or perform it, which gave me a lot of peace of mind. It felt like I was in great hands.
Right after the procedure, my skin was red and warm—completely normal. That same day, I used Benev Exosomes, which are designed to accelerate healing and stimulate even more collagen. I kept the rest of the exosomes in the fridge and applied them two to three times a day for the next 72 hours. Once I finished the exosomes, I switched to Plated Intense Exosomes to keep my skin hydrated and help with recovery. A few days after treatment, I still had faint grid marks on my face, which is part of the laser pattern, but by day 10, my skin was completely healed and glowing just in time for the wedding festivities.
What is the Commitment?
Dr. Monica typically recommends a series of three Micro CO2 treatments spaced a month apart if you want to see full results, and then just one treatment a year to maintain them. It’s safe for most skin types, and the procedure itself is super manageable with numbing cream and post-care products. If you’re someone who wants smoother, healthier, more youthful-looking skin but are not quite ready for injectables—or just can’t have them at the moment, like me—this treatment is a game changer.
I’m so happy I did it. My skin feels fresh, my lines are softer, and the glow was real. Whether you’re prepping for a big event or just want to feel more confident in your skin, Micro CO2 might be exactly what you’re looking for.