Just as there are many different devices that can "resurface" skin, there are many considerations that need to be included in the choice(s) made. The "best laser" for you may be the worst one for someone else.First, no matter what device you choose, it has to be appropriate for your SKIN TYPE and COLOR. Since skin with abundant pigment will also tend to HYPER Pigment following laser, other non-laser options are typically a better choice., though none of those guarantee zero treatment-induced pigment response.The PURPOSE of your treatment also dictates which option is recommended. Simply refreshing the skin may only take light chemical peels; acne scarring may require a lengthy and carefully balanced mix of procedures to get the best response.Availability for "downtime" - if you can't or won't allow time for a healing process, that also limits the options, especially with scar treatments.Fractional lasers and fractional devices, in general, have become popular because healing is accelerated and downtime is usually quite minimal. Fully ablative lasers remove ALL the surface layer of the skin and the post operative care is very precise. Fractional CO2 lasers require longer healing periods than erbium. Depth and density of treatment energy affects both healing time and outcome. (So you see it is not so simple to pick one best device.)Your HEALTH is a factor. Do you heal easily? Scar easily? Are you recovering from illness or taking medications? The choice is not always "which" device, but what's best AND safest for you as an individual.All fractional devices have the ability to improve your skin. The path to a successful outcome requires many considerations and appropriate skill levels. Experience, training and expertise can make the difference between a good or poor end result. Stick with Board Certified physicians who have invested the time being educated about skin, and spend some time of your own researching the available treatment options for whatever you are wanting to correct or improve.
