What is the ideal time between Halo procedures? I have my first treatment 5 weeks ago.

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I had my first Halo procedure 5 weeks ago. I'm going to have a second treatment, how long should I wait?

Faiyaaz Kalimullah, MD, FAAD · Answer

This is an excellent question!  I generally recommend waiting at least 6-8 weeks between Halo treatments - this allows your skin to heal fully between treatment, and also allows us to see the initial results of your prior treatments.  It takes several weeks to see the full extent of collagen stimulation after a Halo treatment (in some cases up to 12 weeks), so I don't like to perform treatments too closely together.  The results build on themselves, so a series of treatments is often best.  Best of luck!

Kara K. Criswell, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Halo is an excellent laser that will address many skin issues.  If the patient should need a second treatment in one year, we recommend scheduling the treatments three to six months apart for optimal results.

Robert G. Aycock, MD, FACS · Answer

Optimal results take about 6-8 weeks. If you know that you need more laser after your first treatment, then you can follow up with your doctor and schedule another treatment. Each treatment will be different depending what your skin needs and what the laser protocols are in the office.

Val Alexander Daniyar, DMD · Answer

As mentioned here before lots depend of the Halo treatment parameters (density, ratio of ablative to non-ablative, combination with other treatments such as BBL, etc) and skin condition to be addressed. In my practice we repeat it every 3 to 6 months. Results are more vivid and dramatic if combined with full field resurfacing.

Rebecca Gelber, MD · Answer

A lot depends on the intensity of your Halo. With light Halo treatments, I have many patients find that doing a series every 6-8 weeks is great. For more intense ones, I have patients wait 10-12 weeks. The collagen building effects are cumulative, so if you can do a series, the results are amazing!

David A. Sieber, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for the great question! What I typically tell patients is that they should wait about 12 weeks between Halo treatments. In my experience I've found that it usually takes 10-12 weeks for all of the new collagen to build up after the treatment and for patients to see the final result of the treatment. There are no studies that I know of yet which tell exactly how long it takes the skin to heal between treatments. If you're only at 5 weeks, then you still have a lot more improvement which will occur in your skin! Best of luck and I hope you love your results!~Dr. Sieber

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

For skin texture changes, the erbium component can give good results within a week, however for collagen remodelling it may take 3-4 months for the best results. A time frame of 4-8 weeks - depending on your skin type , and settings. All the best, Davin Lim. Brisbane. Australia.

What is the ideal time between Halo procedures? I have my first treatment 5 weeks ago.

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