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If you’re seeing sun damage or uneven texture despite your skincare routine, MOXI may be able to provide a gentle way to renew your skin. This fractional laser treatment helps with pigmentation, uneven tone, and early aging signs, all with little downtime. We can keep the treatment light for a quick boost or adjust it for more noticeable results. At Illuminate Plastic Surgery in Morgan Hill, we always start with a careful skin assessment to create a treatment plan just for you.
Sciton MOXI is a non-ablative fractional laser that uses a 1927 nm wavelength. It creates tiny treatment areas while leaving the surrounding skin untouched, which helps your skin renew itself without removing the entire outer layer. Unlike IPL and BBL, which use pulsed light, MOXI is a true laser. Its wavelength focuses on water in the skin, which helps your body remove damaged cells and boost collagen production.
During treatment, the handpiece moves over your skin and delivers laser energy in a steady pattern. Most people feel a gentle warmth or mild prickling. This energy encourages your body to replace damaged cells with fresh, new skin. In the days after treatment, treated skin and pigment rise to the surface and naturally shed. Once the roughness fades, your skin will look brighter and more even. Your skin can keep improving for weeks afterward.
MOXI works best for mild to moderate concerns affecting tone and texture. It can help improve:
Some people start MOXI early in their skincare routine, while others use it to keep up the results from a stronger laser. One session can give your skin a fresh, glowing look, and a series of treatments lets your skin improve even more over time.
MOXI is a gentle resurfacing treatment, so deep wrinkles, noticeable acne scars, or loose skin might need a different solution. If you have active inflammatory acne, it should be managed before starting resurfacing. MOXI doesn’t treat visible blood vessels like broadband light does. If you’re mainly concerned about redness, rosacea, or broken capillaries, Sciton BBL might be a better choice. Our team can help you compare your options and explain what each treatment can do.
MOXI is safe for all skin types, including darker tones. Because it targets water in the skin instead of melanin, it gives skilled providers more flexibility than many treatments that focus on pigment. You can also have MOXI treatments any time of year.
We still need to adjust the settings for your skin tone and pigment history. Having a tan or sunburn can raise the risk, so let your provider know about any recent sun exposure. MOXI is also a good first laser treatment since we can change its strength and downtime to fit your needs. MOXI can sometimes help patients with melasma, but factors like heat, hormones, and sunlight can affect this condition. We’ll first figure out what’s causing your discoloration and decide if MOXI is right for your treatment plan.
Before your appointment, avoid tanning, self-tanners, and too much sun. You might need to stop using retinoids or exfoliating acids for a while. Let us know about any medications, cold sores, or past pigment changes, and arrive with clean, makeup-free skin. If you have a sunburn, open wound, infection, or active rash, we may need to wait before treating you.
Your provider will check and clean your skin before starting. Depending on how strong your treatment is, a numbing cream may be used. The handpiece is then moved over your skin in several passes. Numbing cream and cooling help keep you comfortable. Treating the face usually takes about 8 to 10 minutes. The whole visit includes time for preparation and numbing, and larger areas of the body will take longer.
Most people notice mild redness and warmth after treatment. The warmth usually fades in a few hours, but redness can last a day or two. You might also have some mild swelling. As your skin heals, you might see small dots called MENDs. These are tiny treated spots that come to the surface, making your skin feel dry or like sandpaper. MENDs usually fall off between days three and five, but your skin may feel rough for up to a week after a stronger treatment. MOXI requires very little downtime, so you can get back to your usual activities right away. You can usually wear makeup after 24 hours, unless your provider gives you different instructions.
Use a gentle cleanser and keep your skin moisturized as it heals. Wear sunscreen every day and try to avoid direct sun. Don’t scrub, pick, or exfoliate the rough spots, let the MENDs fall off naturally. Wait to start using retinoids and acids again until your provider says it’s safe. Your aftercare instructions may change based on how strong your treatment was, so be sure to follow the plan you get at your visit.
Most people start to see results in five to seven days, once the rough texture is gone. Your skin should look brighter and feel smoother. Pigmentation and texture can keep getting better in the weeks that follow. One treatment might be enough for a quick boost. If you want more noticeable results, most people get three to four treatments about four to six weeks apart. Regular maintenance sessions can help keep your skin looking radiant after your first series.
MOXI helps with early pigmentation, uneven tone, and skin texture. BBL uses broadband light to treat brown spots, redness, and visible blood vessels. Sometimes, both treatments are combined if you have concerns about both discoloration and texture.
MOXI is a gentle laser with little downtime. Sciton HALO is a hybrid fractional laser that treats multiple layers of skin and gives more correction for deeper sun damage, wrinkles, and texture changes. MOXI is best for lighter correction and maintenance, while HALO is designed for more intensive resurfacing.
The cost depends on the area treated, how intense your sessions are, how many treatments you need, and any extra services in your plan. After we assess your skin, our team will give you exact pricing and explain what’s included.
At Illuminate Plastic Surgery, every MOXI treatment begins with a review of your skin tone, treatment history, sun exposure, and how much recovery time you have. Our experienced team personalizes your treatment settings to match your goals and support your skin’s health. At our Morgan Hill location, we offer many different laser and light treatments. This means we can suggest another option if MOXI isn’t the best fit and create a plan that adapts as your needs change.
If your skin looks dull, sun-damaged, or uneven, MOXI could help you get a brighter, fresher look. Contact Illuminate Plastic Surgery to book a consultation at 15585 Monterey Road, Suite B, in Morgan Hill, or call today.
No. MOXI is a non-ablative fractional laser. It creates microscopic treatment zones without removing the full surface layer, which helps shorten recovery.
Most patients feel warmth or light prickling. Topical numbing cream and cooling can make the procedure more comfortable.
MENDs commonly shed between days three and five, though the skin may feel rough for up to a week.
Makeup can often be worn 24 hours after treatment. Follow your provider’s instructions if your skin remains warm or sensitive.
Plan your first treatment at least two weeks before an important event. This gives the redness and rough texture time to settle and allows your renewed skin to become more visible.
At Illuminate we’re with you during every step of your journey toward greater self-confidence. Schedule a consultation with us today and let Illuminate’s expert team listen to your concerns and guide you through treatments and procedures to help you reach your individual goals. We look forward to seeing you and celebrating your renewed appearance and realized potential.
