NouvaDerm™ Laser Resurfacing

NouvaDerm may be appropriate for adults who want to improve concerns such as sun damage, pigmentation, rough texture, visible pores, fine lines, or acne scarring without surgery. It can also be a good option for clients interested in preventative skin maintenance and improving overall skin quality.

The best way to determine whether NouvaDerm fits your needs is through a consultation. Your provider can evaluate your skin and determine whether laser resurfacing or another treatment at Admire Aesthetics is the better fit for your goals.

Certain medical conditions, medications, active infections, open wounds, or other skin concerns may mean treatment needs to be postponed or avoided. Pregnancy and recent significant sun exposure may also affect when laser treatment can safely be performed.

Be open with your provider about your health history, medications, skincare products, recent procedures, and sun exposure. This information helps us determine the safest and most appropriate treatment plan for you.

Treatment time depends on the size and number of areas being treated, as well as the intensity of your session. Treating a small area will generally take less time than performing comprehensive resurfacing across the face, neck, chest, or body.

Your provider will give you a better idea of appointment length once your customized treatment plan has been created.

Your provider will give you specific pre-treatment instructions based on your skin and treatment intensity. In general, protecting your skin from excessive sun exposure and avoiding tanning before laser treatment is important.

You may also be asked to temporarily adjust certain skincare products or active ingredients before your appointment. Follow the personalized instructions provided by Admire Aesthetics rather than making changes to prescription medications or skincare on your own.

Immediately after NouvaDerm, your skin may look pink or red and feel warm, similar to the sensation of a mild sunburn. As your skin begins its renewal process, you may notice dryness, flaking, or a rough or sandpaper-like texture.

These effects are part of the resurfacing process and gradually improve as fresh skin becomes visible. Your provider will explain what is normal based on the intensity of your treatment and provide detailed aftercare instructions.

Your provider will tell you when it is appropriate to resume makeup based on the depth of your treatment and how your skin is healing. Avoid applying makeup prematurely if your skin is still irritated or sensitive.

When you do return to makeup and your regular skincare routine, choose gentle products and follow the recommendations provided after your appointment.

Your skin will be more sensitive following resurfacing, so careful aftercare matters. You may need to temporarily avoid direct sun exposure, strenuous exercise, excessive heat, exfoliating products, retinoids, acids, and other potentially irritating skincare ingredients.

Do not pick, peel, or aggressively exfoliate flaking skin. Allow your skin to shed naturally and follow the post-treatment regimen provided by your Admire Aesthetics provider.

Sun protection is essential after laser resurfacing. Newly treated skin can be especially vulnerable to UV exposure, and unprotected sun exposure can contribute to irritation, pigmentation changes, and the return of visible sun damage.

Use the sunscreen recommended by your provider and make daily sun protection part of your long-term skincare routine. Hats, shade, and limiting unnecessary direct sun exposure can provide additional protection.

Some clients notice visible improvement after a single treatment. More significant concerns, such as extensive sun damage, uneven texture, or scarring, may benefit from a series of treatments.

A plan of approximately three to six sessions may be recommended depending on your skin and goals, but we do not believe in putting every client into the same treatment package. Your provider will recommend a realistic treatment schedule after evaluating your skin.

Results vary depending on treatment intensity, your skin concerns, natural aging, skincare habits, and sun exposure. Improvements may remain visible for months or longer, particularly when treatments are paired with consistent skincare and sun protection.

NouvaDerm cannot stop your skin from continuing to age or prevent new sun damage. Many clients choose periodic maintenance treatments to help preserve improvements in skin clarity, texture, and overall quality.

NouvaDerm is designed to improve the appearance of concerns such as pigmentation, uneven texture, and acne scarring, but no resurfacing treatment can guarantee complete removal.

Your outcome will depend on factors such as the type and severity of the concern, treatment depth, number of sessions, and your skin's individual response. During your consultation, your provider can set realistic expectations for what NouvaDerm may accomplish for your skin.

NouvaDerm can be incorporated into a year-round skincare plan when appropriate sun precautions are followed. However, many clients find fall and winter particularly convenient for laser resurfacing because they tend to spend less time in strong, direct sunlight.

If you have a vacation, outdoor event, or significant sun exposure planned, mention it during your consultation so your provider can help you choose the appropriate treatment timing.

The ideal timeline depends on how intensive your treatment will be. If you are preparing for a wedding, reunion, vacation, photoshoot, or another important event, scheduling well in advance gives your skin time to recover and your results time to develop.

Tell your provider about your event during your consultation. We can work backward from the date and recommend a treatment schedule that accounts for both healing and results.

Your consultation is where we determine what your skin actually needs rather than placing you into a standard laser package. Your provider will evaluate your skin, discuss the concerns you would like to improve, review relevant health and skincare history, and explain whether NouvaDerm is appropriate for you.

If NouvaDerm is recommended, we will discuss treatment intensity, anticipated downtime, number of sessions, expected results, aftercare, and pricing so you know what to expect before moving forward.