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Tetra Pro CO₂ / CoolPeel® in Cupertino, CA

Conveniently located to serve Cupertino, Los Gatos, and Greater Bay Area

Bring back smooth, radiant skin—with less downtime.

What is the Tetra Pro CO₂ (CoolPeel®) laser?

The Tetra Pro CO₂ by DEKA is a next-generation fractional CO₂ platform designed to resurface skin, smooth fine lines, soften scars, and improve tone and texture. Its hallmark CoolPeel® setting delivers true CO₂ energy in ultra-short pulses that precisely ablate the skin’s superficial layer while minimizing heat build-up in surrounding tissue—translating to noticeably brighter, smoother skin with faster recovery.

Tetra CO₂ vs. CoolPeel®: What’s the difference?

• Tetra CO₂ (traditional/deeper resurfacing)
  • Customizable for moderate to significant sun damage, etched lines, crepey texture, acne scars
  • Treats deeper layers for more dramatic results
  • Downtime: typically 5-10+ days of redness/light peeling; pinkness can persist longer as skin remodels
  • Often 1 treatment annually (or a short series) for major change
• CoolPeel® (light/medium resurfacing)
  • Targets texture, tone, pores, fine lines, dullness with low downtime
  • Superficial fractional ablation with reduced thermal injury
  • Downtime: usually 1–3 days of redness/sandpaper/grainy feel; makeup often by day 2–3
  • Best in a series of 3-4 sessions for cumulative glow and smoothness

Think of CoolPeel® as the “polish and refine” setting, and full-field or deeper Tetra CO₂ as the “reset and rebuild” option. We’ll tailor settings to your skin, lifestyle, and timeline.

What concerns does Tetra CO₂ / CoolPeel® treat?

• Fine lines and etched wrinkles (eyes, upper lip, cheeks)
• Rough texture and enlarged pores
• Acne and surgical scars
• Sun damage, brown spots, and uneven tone
• Crepey, lax skin on face, neck, chest, and hands
• Overall dullness—for a clearer, glassier look

Who is a good candidate?

You may be a great fit if you want smoother, tighter, more even skin and you’re ready for either a long-weekend recovery (CoolPeel®) or a more intensive reset (deeper Tetra CO₂).

We’ll review your skin type, medical history, and timeline during consultation. Certain conditions (active infection, recent significant sun exposure, some medications, pregnancy, or tendency to form thick scars) may require postponement or an alternate plan.

What to expect: treatment & downtime

• Comfort: We use topical numbing for the deeper CO₂, no numbing is required for CoolPeel® ; sessions typically take 10–30 minutes depending on area and settings.
• Immediately after: Warmth/redness similar to a sunburn. With CoolPeel®, many patients feel “toasty” for a few hours.
• Days 1–3 (CoolPeel®): Redness, sandpaper feel, light flaking. Many return to normal activities within 24–48 hours.
• Days 5–10+ (deeper Tetra CO₂): More pronounced peeling and pinkness as new skin reveals; plan for social downtime.
• Results: Skin looks brighter within days, with continued improvement as collagen remodels over 6–12 weeks.

Pre-treatment prep (for best results)

• Avoid tanning and unprotected sun for 2–3 weeks prior.
• Pause retinoids, acids, benzoyl peroxide, and exfoliants for 5–7 days pre-treatment.
• If you’re prone to cold sores, let us know—an antiviral prescription may be recommended.
• Arrive with clean skin (no makeup, lotion, self-tanner, or SPF).

Aftercare: simple, soothing, protected

• Cleanse gently; keep skin hydrated with our post-laser balm/hydrator.
• No actives (retinoids, acids, scrubs) until we clear you—usually 7–10 days for CoolPeel®, longer for deeper settings.
• No heat/sweat (sauna, hot yoga, heavy workouts) for 48–72 hours or as advised.
• SPF 30+ daily and strict sun avoidance while healing.
• Expect temporary redness, dryness, and flaking; don’t pick or peel.

How many treatments will I need?

• CoolPeel®: typically 1–3 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart for smoother texture, refined pores, and glow maintenance.
• Deeper Tetra CO₂: often 1 treatment for major change; some benefit from a second session after several months.

Why choose Cupertino Facial Esthetics for CO₂ resurfacing?

• Consultation-first philosophy: Your plan is built around your face, goals, and timeline—never cookie-cutter.
• Expertise in regenerative aesthetics: We integrate CO₂ resurfacing with medical-grade skincare and collagen-stimulating strategies for durable, natural-looking results.
• Advanced protocols: From antiviral and pigment-care guidance to staged treatment planning (face/neck/chest), we manage the details so you can focus on healing beautifully.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready for smoother, brighter, more even skin?

Book a consultation to see whether CoolPeel® or deeper Tetra CO₂ is the best path for you. We’ll map a step-by-step plan, prep your skin for success, and guide you through a comfortable recovery—all in our Cupertino studio.

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