M22
What is it?
The M22 is a multi-application laser and light-based platform capable of treating a wide range of skin concerns in a single, versatile system. Rather than relying on one fixed technology, the M22 combines multiple modalities, including IPL (intense pulsed light) and Nd:YAG laser technology, allowing your provider to select the exact wavelength and energy needed for your specific skin type and concern. This makes the M22 an especially adaptable option for patients dealing with sun damage, uneven pigmentation, rosacea, visible blood vessels, and other common signs of sun and age-related skin changes. Because treatment is fully customizable, the M22 can address concerns on the face as well as the neck, chest, hands, and other commonly sun-exposed areas.
What to expect with M22
Session length and sensation vary depending on which M22 modality is used and the specific area being treated, but most sessions take approximately 20 to 30 minutes. Many patients describe the sensation as a mild warmth or light snapping feeling against the skin, and a cooling mechanism is typically used throughout the treatment to keep things comfortable. Downtime is generally minimal. Depending on the concern being addressed, you may notice some redness for a short period afterward, or, in the case of pigmented spots, a temporary darkening of the treated areas before they naturally flake off over the following one to two weeks. Most patients are able to resume their normal daily activities immediately after treatment, though diligent sun protection is recommended during the healing process.
After the procedure
Results depend on the specific concern being treated, but most patients begin to notice visible improvement within a few weeks as the skin heals and pigmented or vascular changes fade. A series of sessions, typically spaced several weeks apart, is often recommended to achieve optimal improvement in skin tone, texture, and overall clarity, particularly for more extensive sun damage or diffuse redness. Maintenance treatments may also be suggested over time to help preserve results, since ongoing sun exposure can contribute to new areas of concern.
Our approach & expertise
Because the M22 platform offers so much flexibility, our experienced providers take a personalized approach with every patient, selecting the specific technology and settings best suited to your skin type, tone, and treatment goals. Whether you’re looking to address years of sun damage, persistent redness from rosacea, or visible blood vessels, we’ll walk you through what to expect and build a treatment plan tailored specifically to you.
Contact us today to learn more about M22 treatments.
