Addresses visible damage at the surface while stimulating collagen below it.
Advanced Ablative Resurfacing · Bozeman, Montana
Smoother Skin. Dramatic Renewal.
Powerful CO₂ resurfacing for wrinkles, sun damage, scars, and uneven texture, with a carefully planned recovery and results that keep developing.
We use the Tetra Pro CO₂ platform to precisely resurface damaged skin and support deep collagen remodeling. Treatment intensity, recovery, and aftercare are planned around your skin and goals.
CO₂ Laser at a glance
Skin type, medical history, healing capacity, and goals must be assessed first.
Additional treatment may be considered after at least six months when appropriate.
Early improvement follows healing, with collagen remodeling continuing for months.
Redness can remain longer and varies with treatment intensity.
Heat, tightness, tenderness, and a sunburn-like sensation are expected afterward.
Treatment goals
What CO₂ resurfacing can address
Ablative CO₂ is our most intensive resurfacing option. It may be considered when visible damage, texture, scarring, or lines call for a stronger treatment and you can commit to the required recovery.
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Fine Lines + Wrinkles
Early lines, etched-in wrinkles, and textural changes caused by expression, collagen loss, sun exposure, and time.
Explore concern 02Sun Damage + Hyperpigmentation
Brown spots, uneven pigment, mottled tone, and surface changes associated with ultraviolet exposure.
Explore concern 03Acne Scars
Pitted, uneven, raised, or discolored areas that remain after acne has healed.
Explore concern 04Uneven Skin Texture
Roughness, bumps, visible pores, scarring, or a surface that does not feel as smooth as it once did.
Explore concern 05Loose + Sagging Skin
Mild to moderate skin laxity on the face or body, including the cheeks, neck, arms, abdomen, or knees.
Explore concern 06Enlarged Pores
Visible pores and uneven surface texture, commonly through the nose, cheeks, forehead, or chin.
Explore concernWhat it is
Our most intensive skin-resurfacing treatment
Tetra Pro is a 10,600 nm CO₂ laser that can remove precise columns of damaged skin while delivering controlled heat into the dermis. Untreated tissue between those columns supports healing.
The stronger ablative settings are designed for clients seeking a more significant change than a light peel or low-downtime laser can provide. With that potential comes a real recovery period and detailed pre- and post-treatment care.
How it works
Precise resurfacing, followed by months of renewal
The laser creates a controlled pattern of microscopic treatment columns. This removes damaged tissue and initiates a healing response while surrounding skin helps the area recover.
Heat delivered below the surface also stimulates new collagen. Texture and tone begin changing as the skin heals, while firmness can continue improving over the following three to six months.
Fractional ablation
Microscopic columns of skin are treated while intervening tissue remains intact to support a more predictable healing process.
Controlled thermal energy
Heat reaches the dermis to stimulate collagen remodeling that continues well beyond the visible healing period.
Personalized intensity
Depth, coverage, and pulse settings are selected for the treatment area, skin type, goals, and acceptable downtime.
Is ablative CO₂ right for me?
Best for clients ready for a stronger treatment and a planned recovery
This treatment can produce significant improvement, but it is not the right starting point for every skin type, concern, schedule, or comfort level.
- You want to address deeper wrinkles or advanced sun damage.
- Acne scars or rough texture are a major treatment priority.
- You can follow detailed preparation and aftercare instructions.
- You can plan for at least one week of visible healing.
- You understand that redness may outlast the active peeling stage.
We currently limit fully ablative CO₂ treatment to appropriate Fitzpatrick skin types 1–3. Medical history, pigment conditions, cold-sore history, medications, anxiety, and healing capacity must be reviewed during a required consultation.
Real results
What CO₂ resurfacing can look like
Use the sliders to compare visible changes in texture, tone, lines, and overall skin quality after Tetra Pro CO₂ treatment.
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Full-face resurfacing
Visible improvement in texture, tone, and overall skin quality after one moderate Tetra Pro CO2 treatment.
- One treatment
- Images courtesy of Revive Wellness and Beauty.
More transformations
View More CO₂ Laser Results
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Eye-area resurfacing
Visible improvement around the upper and lower eyes after one Tetra CO2 treatment.
- One treatment
- Images courtesy of D'vine Aesthetics.
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CO2 laser result · knee
A knee comparison from Juniper's previously published CO2 laser results gallery.
- Previously published by Juniper Face + Figure.
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CO2 laser result · eyes
Eye-area comparison from Juniper's previously published CO2 laser results gallery.
- Previously published by Juniper Face + Figure.
BeforeAfter
CO2 laser result · eyes
Eye-area comparison from Juniper's previously published CO2 laser results gallery.
- Previously published by Juniper Face + Figure.
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CO2 laser result · chin
Chin comparison from Juniper's previously published CO2 laser results gallery.
- Previously published by Juniper Face + Figure.
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CO2 laser result · lips
Lip-area comparison from Juniper's previously published CO2 laser results gallery.
- Previously published by Juniper Face + Figure.
Individual results vary. Courtesy images may reflect treatment protocols that differ from ours. Images are educational and do not promise a particular outcome.
What to expect
The CO₂ laser process
The treatment itself is one appointment. The complete process includes preparation, a carefully controlled procedure, and hands-on support throughout healing.
- 01
Consultation + preparation
We review your health and skin history, Fitzpatrick skin type, goals, and healing tolerance. Pretreatment skincare or prescribed medication may be recommended before your appointment.
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Treatment
After topical numbing and cleansing, your provider treats the planned areas using customized CO₂ settings. Eye protection is used when treatment extends close to the eyelids, and a calming mask follows treatment.
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Healing + results
Redness, swelling, tightness, pinpoint crusting, and flaking are expected during early healing. Texture and tone emerge as the surface recovers, with collagen improvement continuing for several months.
Pricing + offers
A plan confirmed at consultation
Treatment depth and area materially affect the procedure and aftercare. Current prices are available in our booking platform and your exact total is confirmed before treatment.
Current ways to save
Save $500 when combining eligible device packages
Qualifying combinations of CO₂, CoolPeel, LaseMD Ultra, XERF, EMSCULPT NEO, RF Microneedling, EMSELLA, EMFEMME, EXION Face, or EXION Body packages may receive $500 off the paired package.
Package eligibility and combination rules can change. Ask us which combinations currently apply.
Save 20% on ZO Skin Health
Purchase an eligible CO₂ laser treatment or package and receive 20% off ZO Skin Health products during the week of purchase.
Product eligibility and timing can change. We will confirm the offer when you purchase your treatment or package.
Save $1,000 on a second CO₂ treatment
Purchase a full-face-and-neck CO₂ treatment and receive $1,000 off a second treatment completed within the eligible return window.
The second treatment must be completed three to six months after the original treatment. We will confirm eligibility and scheduling requirements.
Pricing, package eligibility, and promotions can change and cannot be combined unless stated. A required consultation confirms candidacy, treatment area, preparation, and final cost.
Frequently asked
CO₂ laser questions, clearly answered
What to know about candidacy, comfort, recovery, results, pigment risk, aftercare, and combination planning.
What is the difference between ablative and non-ablative laser resurfacing?+
Ablative lasers remove controlled portions of the skin's surface and can create more dramatic improvement with a longer recovery. Non-ablative lasers heat tissue without removing the surface and usually involve less downtime, but often require a series. CoolPeel uses a light fractional ablative CO₂ setting and sits between those experiences.
How much downtime should I honestly expect?+
We advise planning for roughly 5–14 days of active healing, depending on intensity and area. Swelling, redness, tightness, pinpoint crusting, and flaking can occur. Residual redness may continue after the surface has healed and can sometimes be covered with makeup.
Does ablative CO₂ laser treatment hurt?+
Topical numbing is used before treatment, and we apply a cooling mask afterward. Most discomfort is described as heat, tightness, tenderness, or a sunburn-like sensation during the first hours and days. Individual sensitivity varies.
When will I see my results?+
Early changes become visible as the skin heals over the first one to two weeks. Collagen remodeling and improvement in texture, firmness, scars, and lines can continue for three to six months.
How long can results last?+
Improvements can remain visible for years, but treatment does not stop aging or future sun damage. Daily sun protection, appropriate skincare, and maintenance treatments can help protect the result.
Can CO₂ laser be used around the eyes or mouth?+
For appropriate candidates, we can customize treatment around the upper and lower eyelids or around the mouth. Eye-area treatment requires specialized internal eye protection and additional preparation.
Can I receive ablative CO₂ if I have melasma or a darker skin tone?+
Pigment disorders and higher Fitzpatrick skin types require careful risk assessment because ablative resurfacing can trigger pigment changes. We limit fully ablative CO₂ to appropriate Fitzpatrick types 1–3 and may recommend pretreatment, CoolPeel, a non-ablative laser, or another approach instead.
What if I have a history of cold sores?+
Tell us during consultation. Laser resurfacing can reactivate the virus that causes cold sores, so preventive antiviral medication may be prescribed around treatment.
Can CO₂ be combined with other treatments?+
Often, but timing matters. The skin must be adequately healed before many additional procedures. Your provider will coordinate a safe sequence based on treatment intensity and your full plan.
Medical-grade resurfacing
Decide whether the results and recovery fit your goals
During your consultation, we'll assess your skin, explain realistic outcomes, and compare full ablative CO₂ with CoolPeel and lower-downtime alternatives.