CO2 Fractional Laser And 1927nm Thulium Laser Create A Skin Repair Solution
Feb 24, 2026
In the pursuit of perfect and healthy skin, laser technology has always occupied a core position. Recently, our company conducted a comprehensive technical training and summary on the two mainstream technologies in the current medical beauty market: CO2 Fractional Laser and 1927nm Thulium Laser. This article will provide an in-depth analysis of the differentiated advantages, clinical applications, and postoperative care essentials of these two technologies to help you accurately choose the most suitable skin solution.
ONE. CO2 Fractional Laser: Deep Reconstruction and Transformation
CO2 laser (wavelength 10600nm) belongs to far-infrared light and is a "versatile player" in the medical beauty field.
- Technical Principle: It achieves "breaking before rebuilding" by forced vaporization of skin tissue, with a maximum depth of up to 3mm into the subcutaneous layer. Its advantage lies in thorough treatment with visible results in a single session.
- Core Advantages:
- All-in-One Efficacy: It can treat various conditions such as freckles, wrinkles, acne pits, scars, and stretch marks.
- High Adaptability: It does not discriminate by skin tone and performs indiscriminate vaporization replacement of normal and diseased cells.
- Intimate Repair: Internal treatment can achieve 360° painless and non-invasive contraction with a "walk-in, walk-out" procedure.
- Key Parameter Suggestions:
- Routine Projects (Rejuvenation/Acne Pits/Wrinkles): Recommended dot pitch of 0.6-0.8mm.
- Pigment-Dense Projects: Recommended dot pitch of 0.3-0.4mm.
- Energy Selection: Shallow (within 10mj) for freckles; Middle (within 20mj) for scars; Deep (above 30mj) for stretch marks.

TWO. 1927nm Thulium Laser: Precision Repair and Brightening
The 1927nm Thulium laser belongs to near-infrared light, positioned between ablative and non-ablative treatments, and is known as the "Gentle Resurfacing Master."
- Technical Principle: It primarily acts on the basement membrane zone between the lower epidermis and upper dermis, activating cells through thermal protein coagulation rather than thermal ablation or vaporization.
- Core Advantages:
- Minimal Damage & Fast Recovery: Recovery is basically achieved within 24 hours, greatly reducing the risk of inflammatory reactions and hyperpigmentation.
- Popular Projects: It shows exceptional performance in whitening, removing acne marks, eye bag treatment, and hair growth (when combined with hair growth liquid).
- Hardware Strength: Our company offers two configurations: 15W (high cost-performance) and 30W (for high-end clients), ensuring stable energy output and treatment efficacy.
THREE. Technical Comparison: How to Choose?
| Features | CO2 Fractional Laser | 1927nm Thulium Laser |
| Laser Property | Invasive/Ablative | Non-invasive/Semi-ablative |
| Main Target | Deep scars, severe wrinkles, stretch marks | Rejuvenation, whitening, acne marks, hair growth |
| Recovery Period | 5-7 days (scabbing) | Approx. 24 hours |
| Pain/Trauma | Stronger, with postoperative redness and heat | Minimal, significantly safer |
FOUR. Professional Postoperative Care Recommendations
Regardless of the treatment chosen, scientific postoperative care is the key to ensuring results and avoiding hyperpigmentation:
- Dry Healing: Ice for 20-30 minutes post-op, then apply Centella asiatica gel.
- No Picking: Do not scratch scabs and avoid facial masks before scabs shed to prevent ruining the "sealing effect."
- Prioritize Sun Protection: 85% of hyperpigmentation stems from a lack of sun protection. Strict protection is mandatory after the scabs fall off.
Summary
If you seek deep repair and thorough treatment, the CO2 Fractional Laser is your best choice. If you wish to improve skin tone and radiance in a short time with minimal impact on social life, the 1927nm Thulium Laser is more suitable for your needs.
Want to learn more about equipment configurations or customized treatment plans?
Please contact our professional team for a one-on-one consultation.






