What Is Erbium YAG Laser Resurfacing?

Erbium YAG laser resurfacing is an advanced skin renewal treatment designed to improve surface-level skin concerns while stimulating collagen production beneath the skin. This laser targets water within the skin, allowing for precise resurfacing with controlled heat, making it an excellent option for improving texture and tone with more predictable healing.

Erbium YAG is often chosen by patients looking to refresh and refine the skin without committing to the deeper downtime associated with CO₂ resurfacing.

What This Treatment Can Help Improve

  • Fine lines and wrinkles

  • Sun damage and pigmentation

  • Rough or uneven skin texture

  • Enlarged pores

  • Dull or tired-looking skin

  • Mild to moderate skin laxity

Erbium YAG Treatment Options & Pricing

Ablative Erbium YAG – Face & Neck

$1,150

Ablative Erbium YAG resurfacing removes the outer layers of damaged skin to allow for more dramatic texture and tone improvement. This option provides stronger resurfacing results and is ideal for patients wanting noticeable skin renewal with moderate downtime.

Best for:

  • More advanced texture concerns

  • Deeper sun damage

  • Patients ready for visible resurfacing results

Downtime:
Typically several days of redness, sensitivity, and peeling.

Fractionated Erbium YAG – Face & Neck

$599

Fractionated Erbium YAG delivers laser energy in a controlled, pixelated pattern, treating only a fraction of the skin at a time. This stimulates collagen and improves texture while leaving surrounding skin intact — resulting in less downtime and a gentler recovery.

Best for:

  • Early signs of aging

  • Texture refinement and brightening

  • Patients wanting improvement with minimal downtime

Downtime:
Usually mild redness and flaking for a shorter recovery period.

Choosing the Right Option

The choice between ablative vs fractionated Erbium YAG depends on your skin concerns, goals, downtime tolerance, and overall treatment plan. A consultation is required to determine which option is the safest and most effective for you.

Erbium YAG resurfacing is an excellent option if you want meaningful skin improvement without the intensity of deeper laser treatments, and it can also be paired strategically with other services for enhanced results.

Schedule a consultation today to find out which Erbium YAG resurfacing option is right for your skin.