Carbon reaches where extraction cannot
The lotion settles into the pore before the laser lifts it out, so the debris comes away from inside rather than being squeezed through the opening.
- Length
- 45 min
- From
- $199
- Area
- Skin
- Downtime
- Minimal
What it is
A carbon layer draws oil and debris out of the pore, then a laser pass clears it away and tightens the surrounding skin.
The appointment
Cleanse and carbon lotion application
Laser pass to lift the carbon
Second pass for tone and pore refinement
Cooling mask and SPF
Right for you if
- Oily, congested skin and enlarged pores
- Dull tone across the cheeks and nose
- Breakout-prone skin between clearing courses
Afterwards
Mild warmth for a few hours. Avoid heavy makeup until the following morning.
Your practitioner confirms suitability, strength and the number of sessions at your consultation. Prices are indicative.
Why it is worth it
Two passes, two jobs
The first clears. The second warms the surrounding tissue, which is what refines the pore rather than just emptying it.
It suits oily skin that keeps rebounding
Where facials clear congestion for a fortnight and it returns, this tends to hold longer because the pore itself is treated.
Choosing a practitioner
Carbon facials are only as good as the laser settings behind them. Ask what device is being used and what the operator trained on.
Asked about carbon facial
Does the laser hurt?
It feels warm with a light snapping sensation. Most people find it more comfortable than extractions.
Will I be red afterwards?
Warm and slightly pink for a few hours. Heavy makeup is best left until the next morning.
How many sessions?
Four to six, spaced two to three weeks apart, for congested skin. Then as maintenance between clearing courses.
Start with a plan, not a guess.
A 45 minute mapping appointment reads your skin and sets the order of treatments. Nothing is booked until you agree to it.