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Carbon Laser Facial

The charcoal peel with a red-carpet finish

A thin layer of medical-grade liquid carbon is painted onto the skin, drawn deep into the pores — then vaporized by rapid laser pulses, lifting away oil, dead cells, and debris in a flash. Instantly brighter, tighter, more refined skin with no downtime. The "Hollywood facial" celebrities book before events.

How It Works Questions Answered
~30 minutes
No downtime · Event-ready glow
Quoted at consult
$50, credited to treatment
How It Works

Paint, bond, flash, glow

1
The carbon mask

Medical-grade liquid carbon is painted on and settles deep into pores, bonding to oil, dead cells, and debris.

2
The laser pass

Rapid pulses target the carbon, vaporizing it — and everything it bonded to — in a series of gentle flashes.

3
Deep exfoliation

Pores are flushed clean, surface cells lift away, and oil production is calmed at the source.

4
Collagen kick

The laser's warmth stimulates collagen beneath — so the glow keeps improving after you leave.

What It Helps

Made for oily, dull, congested skin

Enlarged, congested pores
Oily & acne-prone skin
Dull, uneven tone
Blackheads & buildup
Fine lines & texture
Pre-event radiance

Gentle enough for a monthly ritual, gimmick-free enough for real results — and the perfect finish before a wedding, reunion, or night out. Pairs beautifully with ClearLift for firming or a HydraFacial for hydration.

The Treatment, Step by Step

Why the mask is black

A thin layer of liquid carbon is painted over clean skin and left to dry for about ten minutes. As it sets, the carbon settles into every pore and binds to the oil, dead cells, and debris sitting there.

The Q-switched laser is then passed across the face in a brushing pattern. Carbon absorbs that wavelength intensely — each pulse vaporizes the carbon and lifts whatever it had bound to with it. That is the audible snap and the puff of smoke; the sensation is warmth and a light flick, nothing more.

A second, deeper pass follows on most clients. This one is not about the carbon at all — the energy reaches the dermis and triggers the collagen response that tightens pores and evens tone over the following weeks.

You leave slightly flushed, with no peeling and no downtime. It is why it earned the Hollywood Peel name: it is the treatment people book the morning of an event.

Carbon Facial FAQ

Questions, answered honestly

No — most clients feel gentle warmth and light snapping as the carbon vaporizes. Many describe it as oddly satisfying. No numbing needed.

None — you may look lightly flushed for an hour or so, then just glowing. It's safe to wear makeup and return to your day immediately.

For congested or oily skin, a monthly series of 4–6 delivers the best cumulative results; for an event glow, book a single session 1–3 days beforehand.

Oily, congested, or dull skin loves it — and it's gentle enough for most skin types. Your provider will confirm fit at your consultation.

Beautifully — it layers well with ClearLift for firming or IPL for pigment, and it's a favorite finishing touch before events. Your provider will sequence them for you.

Your Visit

What to expect

Before
Arrive & settle

Come a few minutes early, settle in, and share your goals — every carbon laser facial visit starts with a short, unhurried check-in so the session fits you, not a template.

During
Your session

Your provider tailors the work to your body and comfort as you go — speak up anytime; adjusting is part of the craft.

After
Carry it home

You leave with honest aftercare guidance — what to expect tonight, and how to keep the benefit building between visits.

Why River's Edge

One roof, every discipline

Medical oversight

Clinical services run under the direction of Ashley Sutton, FNP-MSN — spa comfort with medical standards behind it.

East meets West

Day spa, medspa, Western medicine, and Eastern medicine under one roof — your plan can draw from all four.

On the Animas

Every visit ends riverside — linger in the River Room or on the rooftop instead of rushing back to the car.

Better Together

Pairs well with

Carbon laser facial slots naturally into a larger plan — many clients stack these in the same visit or alternate them through the season.

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Instant glow · Zero downtime

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