Fractional CO2 laser skin resurfacing, which is performed using local anesthesia with light sedation, typically lasts for about 20 to 30 minutes.

Regarding the healing process after fractional CO2 laser treatment, patients can expect:
Light crusting for 2 to 3 days
Healing and return to normal activities within 3 to 7 days
The ability to resume wearing makeup after about a week
Redness to diminish within 1 to 3 weeks

Despite being in the recovery stage, the skin will already feel smoother and show fewer lines, less blotchiness, and a more radiant glow. It’s important to note that the CO2 laser can be tailored to the individual needs of each patient. More advanced cases of skin aging and sun damage may require deeper treatments, resulting in longer healing and downtime, while less advanced cases may require more conservative treatments with shorter healing times.

As for the visibility of results, while patients may notice improvements in skin texture and tone within the first week, the final results of laser skin resurfacing will become apparent after approximately 3 months.