• laser season: why fall + winter are the best time for laser treatments

  • laser season: why fall + winter are the best time for laser treatments

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If you've been putting off addressing sun damage, uneven tone, or skin texture concerns, fall is your window. Laser treatments can be performed year-round, but cooler months are the strategic choice. Less active sun exposure can support recovery, results, and a lower risk of post-treatment pigmentation concerns.

Here's what to know about the two laser skin treatments we offer at milk + honey medSPA: BroadBand Light (BBL) and Moxi.

BroadBand Light (BBL)

What it is

BroadBand Light (BBL) is a photofacial treatment from Sciton that delivers multiple wavelengths of light energy into the outer layer of the skin. It promotes collagen production and stimulates cell regeneration, with technology precise enough to be customized to your specific skin concerns.

What BBL treats

BBL is most effective for improving skin tone and targeting:

  • Hyperpigmentation and age spots
  • Active acne and acne scarring
  • Rosacea and redness
  • Broken capillaries
  • Freckles

Treatment areas include the face, neck, décolleté, arms, and hands.

One important note: BBL is typically best suited for lighter skin tones. Darker skin tones can absorb more light energy, which may result in hypo- or hyperpigmentation. Our medSPA providers will always conduct a consultation first to confirm whether BBL is the right fit for your skin.

How many sessions does BBL require?

BBL is not a single-session treatment. A minimum of three to four sessions spaced four to six weeks apart is recommended for meaningful results. Your provider will build a customized treatment plan based on your skin's condition and your goals.

BBL downtime

Expect redness immediately after treatment that typically subsides within a few hours. Some guests experience a coffee-ground-like texture as pigmentation naturally sloughs off over a few days. Pigmentation may appear temporarily darker before it clears.

During this time, avoid picking, exfoliating, or scrubbing the treated area, as doing so can cause longer-term scarring. Daily SPF and limited direct sun exposure can help protect your results.

Moxi laser

What it is

Moxi is a non-ablative fractional resurfacing laser, meaning it delivers energy to the skin without removing the surface layer. Compared to more aggressive resurfacing lasers, Moxi gently improves visible signs of aging with minimal downtime. It can be customized with three energy settings based on your skin and goals.

What Moxi treats

Moxi is designed to improve skin texture and is particularly well suited for:

  • Fine lines and wrinkles
  • Uneven texture and acne scarring
  • Sun damage and brown pigmentation, including melasma
  • Minor skin laxity

Treatment areas include the face, neck, décolleté, arms, and hands.

How many sessions does Moxi require?

A minimum of three sessions spaced four to six weeks apart is recommended. As with BBL, your provider will tailor a plan to your skin's needs.

Moxi downtime

Expect immediate redness and a warm sensation that typically resolves within a day or two. Mild swelling, pinpoint sensitivity, and surface roughness as the treated skin cells slough away are all normal. Daily SPF and reduced direct sun exposure support recovery and results.

BBL vs. Moxi: what's the difference?

Both treatments use energy-based technology to address visible skin concerns, but they target different needs. Here's a quick comparison:

BBL Moxi
Primary focus Skin tone Skin texture
Best for Hyperpigmentation, redness, acne, and broken capillaries Fine lines, scarring, sun damage, and minor laxity
Skin tones Typically best suited for lighter skin tones Can be customized for a range of skin types and tones
Downtime Minimal Minimal, typically one to two days
Sessions Typically three to four sessions Typically three sessions
Can they be combined? Yes. BBL and Moxi may be combined to address tone and texture. Yes

For some guests, combining both in a single session may be recommended. BBL addresses concerns related to tone, while Moxi focuses more closely on texture.

How laser treatments fit into a broader skin plan

Laser skin treatments can be incorporated into a longer-term approach to skin health. Depending on your concerns, your provider may also recommend:

At-home skincare matters too. Supporting your skin between appointments with a clinical-grade routine, especially a broad-spectrum SPF, can help maintain your results.

Ready to start laser season?

Laser skin treatments are available at select milk + honey medSPA locations. Our medSPA providers will walk you through which treatment, or combination of treatments, makes sense for your skin.

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