Smoother, Younger-Looking Skin with Erbium YAG Laser Resurfacing
Reduce fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and sun damage with precision laser skin resurfacing. No surgery. No needles. Just expert care from licensed clinicians. Located on Minnetonka Blvd. in Deephaven, Carolyn Anderson Premier Salon & Med Spa will guide you through your journey to healthier, more beautiful skin.
About the Treatment
What is Erbium YAG Laser Skin Resurfacing?
Erbium YAG laser skin resurfacing is a precision skin renewal treatment that gently removes the outermost layers of damaged skin to reveal fresher, smoother skin underneath. The Erbium YAG laser is highly absorbed by water in skin tissue, allowing it to precisely ablate surface irregularities while minimizing heat damage to surrounding tissue.
Unlike more aggressive CO2 lasers, Erbium YAG delivers controlled resurfacing with a gentler recovery profile, making it an excellent option for clients who want meaningful results without extended downtime.
The result is visibly smoother skin texture, reduced lines and wrinkles, and a more even, youthful complexion. Most clients complete a short series of comfortable in-office sessions with personalized aftercare guidance.
Precise, effective resurfacing for a wide range of skin concerns.
What Erbium YAG Laser Treats
One Treatment. Many Concerns Addressed.
Erbium YAG laser resurfacing is a highly versatile treatment. It addresses multiple skin concerns with precision, making it one of the most effective resurfacing options in medical aesthetics.
Real Results
Erbium YAG Laser Before & After
Visible improvement in skin texture, tone, and clarity. Most clients see progressive results that continue to develop over several weeks as collagen rebuilds.
Visible reduction of fine lines around the eyes and upper lip. Removal of under-eye color variation. More vibrant skin tone.
Significant redness reduction and smoother skin tone after just a few sessions.
Clearer, more even skin tone with reduced sun spots and surface discoloration.
Removal of skin tone variance and reduction of wrinkles around the mouth and eyes.
The Premier Med Spa Experience
What to Expect at Your Erbium YAG Appointment
Commonly Asked Questions
Erbium YAG FAQs
Ablative Resurfacing: Removes outer layers of skin to treat severe wrinkles and scars.
Fractionated Resurfacing: Targets only a fraction of the skin, leaving surrounding tissue intact for faster healing
While similar to lasers in treating aging skin, the Er:YAG is often considered more comfortable with less “down-time,” though it may not provide the same depth of tightening as a laser in a single session. We recommend a thorough consultation to determine which treatment plan is right for your skin and goals.
Primary applications include treating photoaging, facial wrinkles, benign lesions, scars, and some vascular issues. It is often favored for milder skin damage (Glogau types I/II) but can be adjusted for deeper, more aggressive treatments.
Er:YAG treatments provide controlled tissue removal with minimal residual thermal damage to surrounding skin, resulting in lower risk of side effects, shorter downtime, and improved texture/firmness.
Er:YAG lasers produce infrared light that is highly absorbed by water in tissue, allowing for precise, superficial ablation (micro-peeling) to deeper, collagen-stimulating resurfacing.
Yes. Erbium YAG resurfacing works well as part of a comprehensive skin care plan. Many clients pair it with facials, aesthetician services, or other laser treatments we offer at Carolyn Anderson Premier Salon & Med Spa. Your technician can help you build a personalized treatment plan during your consultation.
Erbium YAG is considered safe for a wide range of skin tones and Fitzpatrick skin types. During your consultation, our licensed technician will evaluate your skin and confirm the appropriate settings and approach for your specific complexion. We will walk through all options with you at your visit.
The number of treatments depends on your skin concerns and goals. Many clients achieve their desired results in 1 to 3 sessions spaced several weeks apart. Deeper resurfacing for more significant concerns may require additional treatments. Your licensed technician will create a personalized plan during your consultation.
Some redness, mild swelling, and skin flaking are normal as your skin heals. Most clients find that these effects resolve within 4 to 14 days. Erbium YAG is generally considered to have a more manageable recovery than CO2 laser resurfacing, making it a popular option for clients who cannot afford extended downtime. Your technician will provide detailed aftercare instructions to support your recovery.
Avoid sun exposure and tanning for at least 2 to 4 weeks before your treatment. Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin. Let your technician know about any medications you are taking, as some can affect healing or increase light sensitivity. Your technician will walk you through a complete pre-treatment checklist at your consultation.
Erbium YAG laser skin resurfacing is a precision treatment that removes damaged outer layers of skin using a laser wavelength highly absorbed by water in skin tissue. It ablates surface irregularities with minimal heat damage to surrounding tissue, stimulating your body’s natural collagen production. The result is smoother, clearer, more youthful-looking skin with a gentler recovery profile than more aggressive laser options.
