Decoding Ablative Laser Skin Resurfacing: 5 Quick Ways to Compare Erbium & CO2
Erbium (erbium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet, or Er:YAG) and CO2 (carbon dioxide) skin resurfacing are popular methods used in aesthetics for skin revitalization and treatment of various skin conditions. Both 'ablative' lasers use high-powered light beams to heat and vaporize the top layer of skin—removing old or damaged skin, triggering the...