When it comes to laser skin resurfacing, Erbium and CO₂ lasers are often compared — but they are designed for very different skin needs. While both can be effective, in practice, Erbium laser resurfacing is safer, more versatile and better suited to most clients, including darker skin types.
For this reason, at Be Laser & Skin Clinic in Taunton, Somerset, we believe laser treatments should never be more aggressive than necessary. Skin health and safety always come first.
CO₂ Laser Resurfacing in Taunton
CO₂ lasers use intense heat to penetrate deeply into the skin, creating significant tissue injury to force regeneration.
CO₂ laser resurfacing may be appropriate for:
· Deep, etched wrinkles
· Severe sun damage
· Advanced scarring
· Significant skin laxity
However, CO₂ comes with:
· Longer downtime
· Higher discomfort
· Increased inflammation
· Greater risk of pigmentation issues
· Unsuitability for many darker skin tones
For these reasons, we recommend CO₂ laser resurfacing only when less aggressive treatments will not achieve the desired result.
Erbium Laser Resurfacing in Taunton (Gold Standard for Most Skin)
Erbium laser works by targeting the water in the skin, allowing extremely precise resurfacing with minimal heat damage to surrounding tissue.
Benefits of Erbium laser resurfacing include:
· Improved skin texture and tone
· Reduction in fine lines and wrinkles
· Refined pores
· Brighter, clearer skin
· Collagen stimulation
· Faster healing and reduced downtime
As well as these benefits, Erbium produces less residual heat, it is safer for all skin types, including darker skin tones, with a much lower risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Why Erbium Is the Better Choice for Most Clients
Taken together, these factors mean that Erbium is the better choice for most clients:
· Safer across all skin tones
· Effective without unnecessary trauma
· Customisable treatment depth
· Shorter recovery time
· Lower risk of pigmentation complications
Erbium delivers powerful resurfacing results without over-treating the skin — making it the preferred option for modern, results-driven skincare.
That said, there are situations where CO₂ laser treatment is appropriate.
When Is CO₂ Laser Needed?
CO₂ laser resurfacing should be reserved for:
· Severe, fixed wrinkles
· Advanced structural skin damage
· Cases where extended downtime is acceptable
Furthermore, if CO₂ is not clearly indicated, it should not be used.
Laser Resurfacing at Be Laser & Skin Clinic, Taunton
At Be Laser & Skin Clinic, we choose the right laser for your skin — not the strongest one available. For most clients, Erbium laser resurfacing offers exceptional results with a far superior safety profile.
Finally, If this sounds like something you could benefit from, book a consultation with us to find out whether Erbium laser resurfacing is right for your skin. We are based at Be Laser & Skin Clinic, Taunton, Somerset.
