Fractional co2 has quicker healing and only treats part of the skin at once, whereas co2 laser is fully ablative and burns the entire skin surface. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Laser resurfacing/Chemical peels/Thermismooth (RF) or similar are treatments that will improve the fine lines or texture of the skin. They won't specificallt tighten the skin but you may see some improvement with them in that regard. Modalities that improve tightening from underneath...
I would use a combination of Melarase creams + Q switch laser to help reduce the pigmentation in the skin from sun exposure and CO2 laser. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles