Fractional CO₂ resurfacing using Alma Pixel Peel protocol is a light-intensity CO₂ laser treatment designed to improve skin texture, tone and overall skin quality with minimal downtime. Unlike deeper ablative resurfacing, Pixel Peel delivers fractional CO₂ energy at lower depths and densities, allowing controlled epidermal renewal while preserving surrounding tissue.
This approach stimulates superficial collagen remodelling and skin renewal without significant disruption to the skin barrier, making it a suitable option for patients seeking subtle rejuvenation and refreshment rather than aggressive resurfacing.
Because treatment settings are conservative and fractional, Pixel Peel can be performed year-round, including during warmer months, provided appropriate sun protection and aftercare are followed. This makes it a popular option for patients who want the benefits of CO₂ resurfacing without extended downtime or seasonal restriction.
Light fractional CO₂ resurfacing may be suitable for the assessment and management of:
Downtime is typically mild and may include temporary redness, dryness or light flaking for several days. Most patients return to normal activities quickly, with gradual improvements in skin quality as healing and collagen renewal occur.
Alma Hybrid laser resurfacing is a medical procedure and carries risks, including but not limited to:
Patients with the following require special consideration and may not be suitable:
Alma Hybrid treatments with Dr Brandon are delivered within a doctor-led, anatomy-driven and conservative framework, prioritising:
I currently practise at Suede Clinic in Balmain East on Thursdays and Fridays, with a Potts Point location coming in 2026.
Suede Clinic Balmain
Shop 3 / 189 Darling Street Balmain East NSW 2041
Clinic Phone: 0439 410 635
Suede Clinic Balmain
Shop 3 / 189 Darling Street Balmain East NSW 2041
Potts Point Clinic
Coming in 2026
