Moxi Laser

What we useThe Sciton mJoule platform, which runs both Moxi and BBL.

Your treatment, step by step

1. 1

   Skin check

   We assess your skin and customize the laser to match, from a light glow-up to something more corrective.

2. 2

   Numbing

   We cleanse your skin and apply numbing cream about 30 minutes before, so you stay comfortable throughout the procedure.

3. 3

   Treatment

   The handpiece passes over the treatment area, with a warm, prickly feel. A full face takes about 15 to 20 minutes.

4. 4

   Right after

   Skin looks flushed and warm, like a sunburn, and that sunburn sensation settles within a few hours.

Results, and when to expect them

First week

Coffee grounds appearance and sandpaper like feel until the surface turns over and reveals fresher, brighter skin.

4 to 6 weeks

Tone and texture improve, fine lines may soften as collagen is stimulated.

2 to 3 months

Peak results, and the clearest before-and-after.

A series of 3 to 4 treatments, 4 to 6 weeks apart, then 1 to 3 times a year to maintain.

Moxi works across skin tones, but it isn’t right for every moment. Tell us at your consultation if any of these apply. Some mean we reschedule, a few mean another treatment suits you better:

Cold sores don’t rule you out. Just tell us, and we can arrange preventive medication first.

After your treatment, day by day

Moxi has a predictable arc. Here’s what happens, when, and what to do about it.

1. Day 0Treatment day

   Warmth and swelling

   • The treated area stays warm for 1–2 hours and can continue for 12–24 hours. Use a cold compress and a mineral water spray for comfort if needed.
   • Swelling is expected right after treatment.
   • No strenuous exercise or sweating for 48–72 hours. Pat sweat, don’t wipe.
   • Hold off on makeup and skip cleansing until 24 hours after the procedure.
2. Day 124 hours later

   Start your gentle routine

   • Cleanse twice a day with lukewarm water and a gentle cleanser, using hands only in gentle circular motions.
   • Apply moisturizer generously and reapply as needed. No unapproved products.
   • Begin sunscreen 24 hours after treatment: physical or mineral, broad-spectrum SPF 30+.
   • Makeup is fine after 24 hours.
   • Swelling is usually worst this first morning, especially under the eyes, and lasts 2–4 days.
3. Days 2–3MENDs appear

   Bronzing and sandpaper texture

   • Tiny dark spots or a bronzed look appear, and skin feels like sandpaper before it flakes.
   • Keep it moisturized and don’t pick. This is the treatment working.
4. Days 3–7Flaking and peeling

   Let it shed on its own

   • Redness is normal and can last up to 7 days. Keep using gentle cleansers, stay moisturized, and avoid the sun.
   • No scrubbing, exfoliants, or brushes while skin is peeling.
   • Wear a wide-brimmed hat and protective clothing outdoors.
   • Don’t scratch or pick, since it risks scarring and pigment changes.
5. Week 2 onwardProtecting the result

   Sunscreen is the whole game

   • Use a mineral, broad-spectrum SPF 30+ daily for up to 3 months, and reapply during sun exposure.
   • Reintroduce retinoids and other actives once your provider clears you.