Helix CO2 Laser Treatments
Helix CO2 Laser Treatments: CoolPeel®, Fusion, and Sultra
If you’re looking for a way to refresh your skin without committing to extended downtime, Helix CoolPeel® CO₂ laser treatment may be an ideal solution. This advanced skin resurfacing option offers many of the same benefits as traditional CO₂ lasers, such as smoother texture, improved tone, and a more youthful glow, but with a significantly gentler approach. At Amaka Aesthetics, Helix CO2 treatments are designed to help patients achieve noticeable skin rejuvenation in a way that fits more easily into their busy lifestyles.
In addition to CoolPeel and DEKA, the advanced Helix laser platform also features Sultra, a non-ablative component that can be done solo for skin tightening, or combined with CoolPeel or DEKA for a deeper tightening effect. The fully ablative CO₂ resurfacing option (DEKA) is for patients who may benefit from a deeper, more intensive level of correction. Whether you are seeking a light refresh, more comprehensive resurfacing, or gradual collagen stimulation, the Helix system offers a versatile solution tailored to your goals. All modalities are safe for all skin tones, with setting adjustments done based on goals, as well as skin type.
Our board-certified plastic surgeon in the Nashville area, Dr. Nneamaka Nwubah, and our skilled laser treatment providers can help you determine whether this procedure is the right option for your goals.
Helix Laser Treatments At a Glance
- Procedure: A customizable laser platform offering two major treatment modalities—CoolPeel (superficial CO₂ resurfacing), and Helix DEKA (fully ablative CO₂ resurfacing option), with the option Sultra (non-ablative collagen stimulation), which can be added to CoolPeel or DEKA —to address a wide range of skin concerns.
- Potential Benefits: Improved skin texture and tone, reduction in fine lines and wrinkles, minimized pores, enhanced radiance, and gradual skin tightening depending on the treatment selected.
- Candidates: Individuals seeking anything from light skin refreshment to more comprehensive rejuvenation; suitable for a wide range of skin types and concerns.
- Recovery: Varies by treatment; CoolPeel typically involves minimal downtime, DEKA typically involves at least 7 days of downtime.
- What Is CoolPeel Laser Treatment?
- What Is CoolPeel Fusion?
- What Is DEKA Fusion?
- What Is Sultra?
- What is Full CO2 Laser Resurfacing with the Helix Platform?
- Helix Laser Treatment Candidates
- Is Helix Safe for All Skin Types?
- Helix Laser Treatment Areas
- Helix Laser Procedure
- Helix Laser Treatment Recovery
- Helix Laser Treatment Cost
What Is Helix CoolPeel Fusion?
Helix CoolPeel Fusion is a highly customizable treatment that combines the resurfacing power of CoolPeel with non-ablative laser technology (Sultra) to address both surface-level and deeper skin concerns in a single session. This dual approach allows our providers to tailor treatment intensity based on your goals, often making it an excellent option for patients seeking more noticeable correction.
CoolPeel Fusion can help improve signs of fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars, uneven pigmentation, and overall skin texture. By treating multiple layers of the skin, it can enhance radiance and smoothness while stimulating collagen production more comprehensively than a superficial treatment alone.
Treatment sessions typically take about 30 to 45 minutes, and downtime can vary depending on the selected settings, ranging from minimal recovery to several days for more intensive treatments.
What Is DEKA Fusion?
Helix DEKA Fusion is a highly customizable treatment that combines the resurfacing power of DEKA with non-ablative laser technology (Sultra) to address both surface-level and deeper skin concerns in a single session. This dual approach allows our providers to tailor treatment intensity based on your goals, often making it an excellent option for patients seeking more noticeable correction.
DEKA Fusion can help improve signs of fine and deep lines and wrinkles, acne scars, uneven pigmentation, and overall skin texture. By treating multiple layers of the skin, it can enhance radiance and smoothness while stimulating collagen production more comprehensively than a superficial treatment alone.
Treatment sessions typically take about 90 minutes, and downtime can vary depending on the selected settings, ranging from 7 to 14 days.
What Is Sultra?
Sultra is a non-ablative, gentle laser treatment designed to gradually improve skin quality by stimulating collagen production beneath the surface. Rather than removing layers of skin, Sultra works from within to enhance firmness, refine texture, and promote a more even tone over time.
This option can be ideal for patients who prefer a subtle, progressive approach to rejuvenation or who want to maintain results between more intensive treatments. Sultra can help address concerns such as fine lines, acne scars, mild skin laxity, enlarged pores, and uneven texture.
Most patients experience minimal downtime, with mild redness or sensitivity that typically resolves within a day or two. Improvements may begin to appear within the first week, with continued enhancement as collagen develops over several weeks.
Sultra can be combined with CoolPeel (CoolPeel Fusion), or DEKA (DEKA Fusion).
What Is Full CO₂ Laser Resurfacing with the Helix Platform?
The Helix laser platform also offers a more intensive, fully ablative CO₂ resurfacing treatment for patients seeking more dramatic skin rejuvenation. This advanced option uses the same DEKA-powered technology but delivers energy at a deeper level to remove more significant layers of damaged skin.
Fully ablative CO₂ resurfacing is often recommended for individuals with more advanced signs of aging, deeper wrinkles, pronounced sun damage, or noticeable acne scarring. By addressing these concerns at a deeper level, this treatment can produce more significant improvements in skin smoothness, tone, and overall quality.
Because this approach is more intensive, it typically involves a longer recovery period compared to other Helix treatments. Patients can expect a more noticeable healing phase as the skin renews itself; however, the results can be more transformative for the right candidate.
During your consultation, our provider will determine whether a fully ablative treatment, a lighter option like CoolPeel, or a customized combination approach is best suited to your goals, skin condition, and lifestyle.
Who Is a Candidate for Helix Laser Treatments?
CoolPeel is often well-suited for individuals who want to improve the overall quality of their skin without undergoing a more aggressive resurfacing procedure. You may be a good candidate if you are concerned about early signs of aging, mild to moderate sun damage, uneven tone, or rough texture.
Patients with more advanced concerns, such as deeper wrinkles, acne scarring, or more noticeable discoloration, may benefit from CoolPeel treatments, which offer a more customizable and intensive approach. Those seeking gradual, low-downtime improvement may find Sultra to be an excellent option. Individuals with more advanced skin concerns may be candidates for fully ablative CO₂ resurfacing, which offers a more intensive approach compared to other Helix treatments.
During a consultation, our provider will evaluate your skin, discuss your goals, and determine which Helix treatment is best suited to your needs.
Is Helix CO2 Laser Treatment Safe for All Skin Types?
The Helix CO2 treatments are generally considered safe for all skin types when performed by a qualified provider. The customizable nature of the Helix platform allows each treatment to be adjusted based on individual skin tone, sensitivity, and concerns.
During your consultation, our provider here at Amaka Aesthetics will carefully assess your skin and develop a treatment plan designed to maximize results while maintaining safety.
Helix CO2 Laser Treatment Before-and-After Results
What Areas Can Be Treated with the Helix Laser Platform?
While CoolPeel is commonly performed on the face, it is not limited to that area. The versatility of the Helix system allows for treatment on multiple regions of the body where signs of aging or environmental damage may be visible.
Common treatment areas include the face, neck, and décolletage, where sun exposure often leads to fine lines and discoloration. The hands can also benefit from improved texture and tone, and in some cases, areas such as the back may be treated to address acne scarring or uneven skin quality.
The Helix CO2 laser treatment can produce beautiful results on its own, or it can be paired with other skin care treatments, facial plastic surgery procedures, or other surgical and non-surgical cosmetic options for more comprehensive aesthetic rejuvenation.
What Does Helix Laser Treatment Involve?
A CoolPeel session is typically quick and straightforward. After cleansing the skin, a topical numbing cream may be applied to enhance comfort, although many patients find the treatment tolerable without it. The laser device is then passed over the targeted area, delivering controlled bursts of energy that create microscopic treatment zones in the skin.
A full-face CoolPeel treatment can often be completed in 30 to 45 minutes. Patients may feel a mild warming or tingling sensation during the procedure, but discomfort is generally minimal.
CoolPeel Fusion (CoolPeel + Sultra) treatments may take longer due to their dual-technology approach. More intensive, fully ablative treatments are typically performed with additional preparation and may require a longer treatment time depending on the area and depth of correction. Our provider strives to make all of our Helix laser treatments as comfortable as possible. Each treatment is tailored to the patient’s goals to help ensure a personalized experience.
What Can I Expect During Recovery from Helix Laser Treatments?
Recovery timelines can vary depending on the Helix treatment selected. One of the most appealing aspects of CoolPeel is its minimal downtime. After treatment, the skin may appear slightly red—similar to a mild sunburn—and feel warm or tight. These effects usually subside within a day or two, allowing most patients to return to their normal routines almost immediately. As the skin begins to heal, you may notice some dryness or a light, flaky texture. Keeping the skin well-hydrated and following post-treatment care instructions is important to support optimal healing.
Helix CoolPeel Fusion may involve little to moderate downtime depending on intensity. Less intense treatments can necessitate little (if any) downtime, while more aggressive treatments may require a period of downtime between 7-14 days. Fully ablative CO₂ resurfacing involves a longer recovery period than other Helix treatments, as the skin undergoes a more extensive renewal process. For Sultra treatments, many patients are able to resume normal activities the following day.
How Much Does Helix Laser Treatment Cost?
The cost of a Helix CoolPeel laser facial treatment at our practice typically starts at approximately $800 ($640 for Aesthetics Collective Med Spa members), and the cost of the DEKA-powered, fully ablative laser procedure for the face starts at about $2,500 ($2,000 for med spa members). It is important to note that this is a starting price, and the total price WILL vary significantly among patients depending on the specific modality selected—CoolPeel, Fusion, Sultra, or the fully ablative laser option—as well as the size of the treatment area, the number of sessions recommended, and your individual skin goals. CoolPeel treatments are often priced for patients seeking a quick, low-downtime refresh, while Helix Fusion treatments may involve higher costs due to their customizable, multi-layer approach. Sultra treatments are typically performed as a series to achieve gradual, long-lasting improvements in skin quality.
While some patients achieve noticeable results after a single Helix treatment session, a series of treatments in some cases is often suggested for more comprehensive improvement.
During your consultation at Amaka Aesthetics, a personalized treatment plan will be created based on your needs. You will also receive a detailed cost estimate, along with information about any package pricing or financing options that may be available. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have about payment options that can help make the cost of this treatment as convenient as possible.
Key Takeaways
- The Helix platform includes CoolPeel, DEKA, and Sultra for customizable skin rejuvenation
- The Helix platform also includes a fully ablative CO₂ resurfacing option for deeper, more dramatic skin renewal (DEKA)
- CoolPeel offers superficial resurfacing with minimal downtime
- Helix Fusion combines technologies for more advanced correction
- Sultra provides gradual, non-ablative skin tightening and refinement
- Treatments can address fine lines, sun damage, texture, and overall skin tone
- Many patients can return to normal activities relatively quickly depending on the treatment selected
If you’re ready to achieve smoother, brighter, and healthier-looking skin with minimal interruption to your daily routine, contact Amaka Aesthetics today to schedule your consultation and find out whether a Helix laser treatment plan is right for you.