Fine Lines & Wrinkles
Around eyes, mouth, forehead. The non-ablative resurfacing smooths lines without the recovery of CO2 laser.
Lasers · Fractional Resurfacing
FRAX Laser in Troy, Michigan
Non-ablative fractional laser for skin resurfacing, fine lines, scars, and melasma. Real results, minimal downtime.
- Resurfaces fine lines, sun damage, scars, and skin texture.
- Non-ablative, preserves the skin's surface for faster recovery.
- Effective for melasma where IPL is not safe.
- 2-3 days of redness and mild bronzing; results over 8-12 weeks.
The Treatment
What is FRAX laser?
FRAX is a non-ablative fractional laser, a category of resurfacing lasers that treats the skin in microscopic columns rather than removing the entire surface. Each column of treated skin is surrounded by untreated tissue, which speeds healing dramatically while still triggering deep collagen remodeling. The result is significant improvement in fine lines, sun damage, scars, and texture with a fraction of the downtime of older ablative lasers.
FRAX is particularly valuable for melasma (the stubborn brown patches often triggered by hormones or sun exposure) where many other treatments (IPL, traditional resurfacing) can make pigmentation worse. The non-ablative wavelength is gentler on melanin, making it safer for sensitive pigment cases.
Scars and etched lines follow the same rule as everything else on this page: they remodel best early. An acne scar in its first years still responds to a short series. The same scar a decade in has organized itself into tissue that needs more passes and more patience. And if FRAX isn't the right wavelength for your skin, we'll say so at the consultation and steer you to the treatment that is. Guests come to us for resurfacing from Troy, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Rochester Hills and across Metro Detroit.
Scars and etched lines follow the same rule as everything else on this page: they remodel best early. An acne scar in its first years still responds to a short series. The same scar a decade in has organized itself into tissue that needs more passes and more patience. And if FRAX isn't the right wavelength for your skin, we'll say so at the consultation and steer you to the treatment that is. Guests come to us for resurfacing from Troy, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Rochester Hills and across Metro Detroit.
At Rêve, FRAX treatments are performed by licensed clinicians who customize the depth and density based on your skin, your concern, and your tolerance for downtime.
Applications
What FRAX laser can address
Sun Damage
Diffuse photoaging, texture, tone irregularity, accumulated damage. Excellent for the face, neck, and chest.
Melasma
The non-ablative wavelength is one of the safest laser options for melasma, where IPL can flare the condition.
Acne Scars
Particularly boxcar and rolling scars. Often combined with subcision or PRP for best results.
Surgical Scars
Improves texture, color, and visibility of surgical scars from C-section, augmentation, or trauma.
Stretch Marks
Especially newer red or pink stretch marks. Older silver-white marks respond more slowly.
Your Visit
What to expect
01
Consultation
Skin assessment, Fitzpatrick type, recent sun exposure, photos for tracking. Decision on density and depth settings.
02
Numbing
Topical anesthetic applied for 30-45 minutes before treatment to ensure comfort.
03
The treatment
FRAX handpiece passes over the skin in sections. You'll feel quick heat with each pass. The full face takes 20-30 minutes; smaller areas are shorter.
04
Immediate aftercare
Significant flushing right after, fading to mild pink over a few hours. Cooling, soothing serum, broad sunscreen. No active skincare for 5 days.
05
Recovery & results
Day 1-3: pink to flushed appearance. Day 3-5: bronzed look, mild flaking. After day 5: makeup okay. Initial smoothing visible at 4 weeks. Full results over 8-12 weeks. 3-5 sessions typically.
Investment
Pricing
Pricing is personal, it depends on your goals and the plan we build together. We share exact pricing at your complimentary consultation, transparently and before anything begins.
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Questions
Frequently asked questions
CO2 produces more dramatic single-session results but requires 7-14 days of significant downtime. FRAX (non-ablative) is gentler with 2-5 days downtime, requires more sessions, and is much safer for melasma and darker skin. Most of our guests prefer the FRAX approach.
For general resurfacing: 3 sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart. For melasma: 4-5 sessions. For scars: 3-5 depending on depth. Maintenance once a year.
2-5 days. Day 1-3 you'll have mild to moderate redness. Day 3-5 a bronzed or "sandpapery" look as skin renews. Makeup can be applied around day 5.
Yes, and this is one of its biggest advantages. FRAX is a safer laser option for melasma than ablative resurfacing or IPL, both of which can flare the condition.
FRAX has a wider safety profile than many other lasers for Fitzpatrick III-V. We use conservative settings and assess your skin carefully. Fitzpatrick VI cases typically benefit more from microneedling protocols.
Initial smoothing visible at 4 weeks. Significant improvement at 8 weeks. Full collagen response over 12 weeks.
Yes, particularly red light therapy in the days after to support healing. We avoid combining FRAX with active retinols or peels for 2 weeks pre and post.
With topical numbing for 30-45 minutes, most guests describe sensation as deep warmth or quick prickles. The forehead and around the bone areas feel more intense.
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