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What is NOUVADerm?

NOUVADerm is our latest advanced fractional laser treatment designed to rejuvenate the skin from within. Using a 1927 nm thulium wavelength, NOUVADerm gently resurfaces the skin to improve tone, texture, fine lines, and pigmentation while stimulating collagen and elastin production. Depending on your skin goals and desired recovery time, NOUVADerm can be performed at various intensity levels—from a no-downtime glow to deeper resurfacing treatments for more dramatic correction.

What Can NOUVADerm Help With?

NOUVADerm is an incredibly versatile treatment that can address a wide range of skin concerns, including:

  • Uneven skin tone and pigmentation
  • Sun damage and brown spots
  • Fine lines and wrinkles
  • Acne scars and enlarged pores
  • Rough texture and dullness
  • Early signs of aging on the face, neck, chest, and hands

Whether you’re looking for a gentle refresh or a full rejuvenation, NOUVADerm helps reveal brighter, smoother, and healthier-looking skin.

What Are the Pre-Care Instructions?

To prepare for your NOUVADerm treatment:

  • Avoid direct sun exposure, tanning beds, or self-tanners for at least 2 weeks prior.
  • Discontinue the use of retinoids, exfoliants, and alpha/beta hydroxy acids 5–7 days before treatment.
  • Avoid any photosensitizing medications or topical products unless cleared by your provider.
  • Arrive with clean skin — no makeup, lotion, or sunscreen on the treatment area.
  • Let your provider know if you’ve recently had any other laser or injectable treatments.

Following these steps ensures optimal safety and best results.

What Happens During the NOUVADerm Treatment?

Your provider will begin by performing a digital VISIA® Skin Analysis to customize your settings and goals. A topical anesthetic may be applied for comfort. During treatment, the NOUVADerm handpiece glides over the skin, delivering controlled energy pulses that target the surface and deeper layers simultaneously. You may feel a warm, tingling sensation, but most patients find it very tolerable. The entire session typically lasts 20–40 minutes, depending on the area being treated.

What Are the After-Care Instructions?

Because NOUVADerm is fully customizable, your after-care will depend on the intensity of your treatment. The more intensive the setting, the deeper the skin renewal — which also means more downtime but greater long-term results.

Here’s what to expect:

NOUVAGlow (No Downtime)
Our entry-level treatment gives you an instant glow without any recovery time.

What to expect: You may experience very mild warmth or redness for a few hours. Makeup and regular activities can be resumed immediately.

  • After-care: Continue gentle cleansing, hydration, and daily SPF.
  • Pros: No downtime, instant refresh, ideal before events.
  • Cons: Subtle improvement; best for maintenance or first-time treatments.

NOUVADerm Refresh (0–2 Days of Downtime)
A light resurfacing that enhances brightness and smoothness with minimal redness or dryness.

  • What to expect: Mild redness for 1–2 days; skin may feel slightly tight or dry.
  • After-care: Use gentle moisturizers and avoid active ingredients for 3–5 days.
  • Pros: Noticeable glow and clarity with very little interruption to your schedule.
  • Cons: Lighter results—great for brightening, not for deeper correction.

NOUVADerm Balance (2–4 Days of Downtime)
A step deeper, focusing on light resurfacing and collagen stimulation.

What to expect: Moderate redness and mild flaking for several days.

After-care: Keep skin well hydrated and protected; avoid exfoliation until peeling completes.

Pros: Visible texture and tone improvement with short downtime.

Cons: A few days of visible peeling; requires consistent sun protection.

NOUVADerm CORE (4–6 Days of Downtime)
Our balanced option for patients wanting visible correction without extended recovery.

  • What to expect: Redness and peeling that gradually subsides within a week. Skin may feel rough for a few days before revealing new, smoother layers.
  • After-care: Follow your provider’s post-care plan carefully. Avoid heat, saunas, exfoliants, and direct sunlight until healed.
  • Pros: Significant improvement in texture, pigment, and radiance.
  • Cons: Moderate downtime—best to plan around your schedule.

NOUVADerm CORE (4–6 Days of Downtime)
Our balanced option for patients wanting visible correction without extended recovery.

  • What to expect: Redness and peeling that gradually subsides within a week. Skin may feel rough for a few days before revealing new, smoother layers.
  • After-care: Follow your provider’s post-care plan carefully. Avoid heat, saunas, exfoliants, and direct sunlight until healed.
  • Pros: Significant improvement in texture, pigment, and radiance.
  • Cons: Moderate downtime—best to plan around your schedule.

NOUVADerm Plus+ (6–10 Days of Downtime)
A deeper sub-ablative or ablative treatment that targets stubborn damage and aging.

  • What to expect: Redness, swelling, and peeling that lasts several days to a week. The skin may feel tight or mildly sensitive during recovery.
  • After-care: Use only gentle cleansers, healing creams, and SPF as directed. Do not pick or peel flaking skin.
  • Pros: Dramatic correction of wrinkles, scars, and sun damage with lasting results.
  • Cons: Requires more recovery time; best scheduled when you can rest and stay out of the sun.

NOUVADerm MAX (10–14+ Days of Downtime)
Our most intensive treatment, designed for maximum collagen remodeling and transformation.

  • What to expect: Significant redness, crusting, and peeling for 10–14 days as deeper layers regenerate.
  • After-care: Strict adherence to your post-care plan is essential. Keep skin continuously moisturized, avoid sun exposure, and protect new skin with SPF daily.
  • Pros: The most dramatic and long-lasting rejuvenation available—excellent for scars, deep wrinkles, and texture repair.
  • Cons: Longest downtime, requiring patience and proper healing time.

The Bottom Line

Every level of NOUVADerm delivers meaningful improvement — the difference lies in how deep you want to go and how much downtime you can allow.

  • Less downtime means a quick refresh and subtle glow.
  • More downtime means deeper resurfacing, collagen remodeling, and more noticeable, longer-lasting transformation.

Our team will guide you to the ideal balance between results and recovery so your skin can look its best — naturally and beautifully.

Frequently Asked Questions

NOUVADerm is a next-generation fractional laser treatment that rejuvenates the skin by improving tone, texture, and radiance while stimulating collagen and elastin production. It uses a 1927 nm thulium laser to target both the surface and deeper layers of the skin, promoting natural renewal without surgery or harsh chemicals.

Unlike traditional lasers that can be harsh or require long recovery times, NOUVADerm is fully customizable—from gentle, no-downtime glow-ups to deep resurfacing treatments with transformative results. It balances power and precision to deliver smoother, clearer, and healthier-looking skin with minimal risk.
  • Fine lines and wrinkles
  • Uneven tone and pigmentation
  • Sun damage and brown spots
  • Acne scars and enlarged pores
  • Rough texture and dullness
  • Stretch marks and mild skin laxity
Almost anyone seeking skin improvement without surgery can benefit. NOUVADerm is safe for most skin types and tones when performed by trained professionals. During your evaluation, we’ll analyze your skin and medical history to customize the safest and most effective settings for you.

Downtime depends on the intensity of your treatment:

  • NOUVAGlow: No downtime
  • NOUVADerm Refresh: 0–2 days
  • NOUVADerm Balance: 2–4 days
  • NOUVADerm CORE: 4–6 days
  • NOUVADerm Plus+: 6–10 days
  • NOUVADerm MAX: 10–14+ days

Deeper treatments come with more recovery but also deliver more dramatic, long-lasting results.

Most patients describe the sensation as a warm, prickling feeling. For higher settings, a topical anesthetic is applied to ensure comfort. NOUVADerm’s fractional delivery system minimizes discomfort while maximizing results.
A typical NOUVADerm session takes 20–40 minutes, depending on the area being treated (face, neck, chest, or hands). You can expect to be in the office for about an hour, including preparation time.
Many patients notice smoother, brighter skin within the first week. Collagen production continues for several months, so results keep improving over time—especially after a full series of treatments.
Most patients achieve their best results after 1–3 sessions, spaced about 4–6 weeks apart. The number of sessions depends on your skin goals and the intensity of your treatment plan.
NOUVADerm is most commonly performed on the face, but it’s also effective for the neck, chest, hands, shoulders, and even stretch marks on the body.
  • Avoid sun exposure, tanning, and self-tanners for 2 weeks prior.
  • Discontinue retinoids, acids, or exfoliants 5–7 days before treatment.
  • Arrive with clean skin and no makeup, lotion, or sunscreen.
  • Notify your provider if you’ve had recent injectables, peels, or antibiotics.

Keep skin clean, hydrated, and protected with SPF 30+. Avoid heat, saunas, exfoliants, and active ingredients until fully healed. Do not pick or peel flaking skin. Your provider will give you a detailed post-care plan based on your NOUVADerm level (from Glow to MAX).

Results can last 6 months to over a year, depending on the intensity of the treatment and your skincare routine. Periodic maintenance sessions help sustain your glow and collagen production over time.

Yes! NOUVADerm pairs beautifully with:

  • Collagen Induction Therapy (Microneedling) for deeper collagen repair
  • Sofwave® for lifting and tightening
  • PRP or Stem Cell Therapy for enhanced regeneration
  • Medical-grade skincare for long-term maintenance
With over 20 years of experience in Aesthetic and Regenerative Medicine, our team specializes in treatments that restore your skin naturally—without overdoing it. We combine advanced technology, expert technique, and regenerative principles to deliver real, long-lasting results that look like you—only better.

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