Best Skin Resurfacing in San Diego, CA
San Diego has 5 med spas offering Skin Resurfacing. Skin Resurfacing typically costs $1,000–$5,000 per session (ablative); $300–$1,500 (non-ablative) in this market. Top-rated providers include La Jolla Cosmetic Medical Spa, South Coast MedSpa, Neu Look Med Spa & Skin Center. Typical downtime: 3–10 days (ablative); 1–3 days (non-ablative).
Find expert skin resurfacing providers in San Diego, CA. Compare 5 med spas offering fractional laser, CO2 laser, and non-ablative resurfacing treatments for deep wrinkles, acne scars, uneven texture, and sun damage. Explore providers who use the latest technology for faster healing.
About Laser Skin Resurfacing in San Diego
Laser skin resurfacing uses ablative or non-ablative laser energy to treat wrinkles, sun damage, acne scars, and uneven texture. Ablative lasers (CO2, Erbium) remove the outer skin layer for more dramatic results; non-ablative lasers heat deeper layers with less downtime.
- Typical Cost
- $1,000–$5,000 per session (ablative); $300–$1,500 (non-ablative)
- Downtime
- 3–10 days (ablative); 1–3 days (non-ablative)
- Sessions Needed
- 1–3 sessions (ablative); 3–5 sessions (non-ablative)
What to Expect at a San Diego Laser Skin Resurfacing Appointment
Results from ablative resurfacing are dramatic but require significant recovery. Non-ablative options offer more gradual improvement with minimal downtime. SPF is mandatory after all laser treatments.
Top Skin Resurfacing Providers in San Diego
5 providers found
La Jolla Cosmetic Medical Spa
FeaturedSan Diego's most-awarded medical spa, voted 'San Diego's BEST' by Union-Tribune readers 8 times, and named a Top Morpheus8 Provider in North America.
Neu Look Med Spa & Skin Center
FeaturedSan Diego med spa known for a conservative yet effective treatment approach with commitment to natural, beautiful results and excellent customer service.
South Coast MedSpa
Doctor-owned facility boasting over a million successful laser treatments with the most up-to-date equipment and highly trained staff.
Dermacare Medical Aesthetics
Premier San Diego med spa and Black Diamond provider for Botox, Juvederm, and Fraxel laser resurfacing, and a Top 100 provider for Sculptra nationwide.
Siti Med Spa
San Diego's #1 med spa in Bankers Hill led by certified aesthetic nurse practitioner Susan Kincaid with 27 years of experience in dermatology and medical aesthetics.
About Skin Resurfacing
How Skin Resurfacing Works
Skin resurfacing treatments use laser energy or other technologies to remove damaged outer layers of skin and stimulate the body's natural healing response. Ablative treatments (such as CO2 or Erbium lasers) vaporize the outer skin layers, prompting the growth of new, healthier skin. Non-ablative treatments heat the deeper layers without removing surface skin, stimulating collagen production with less downtime. Fractional technology treats a fraction of the skin at a time, leaving untreated areas to speed healing.
Who It's For
Skin resurfacing is appropriate for adults who want to address acne scars, surgical scars, fine lines and wrinkles, sun damage, uneven skin texture, or enlarged pores. The best candidates have realistic expectations and are willing to follow post-treatment care instructions. Skin type, tone, and the specific concern being addressed all factor into which resurfacing method is most appropriate. A provider consultation is essential to determine the best approach.
What to Expect
Treatment time varies from 30 minutes to over an hour depending on the type of resurfacing and the area treated. Topical numbing cream or local anesthesia is typically used. Ablative treatments involve more significant recovery, with redness and peeling lasting 1 to 2 weeks. Non-ablative and fractional treatments have shorter recovery periods, often 3 to 7 days of redness and mild swelling. Sun avoidance and diligent skincare are required during the healing period.
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