If you’ve Googled “best laser treatment” lately, you know how overwhelming it is. There are dozens of devices on the market, each promising to be “the best.” How do you know what’s actually right for your skin, your goals, and your lifestyle?
At Skyn Esthetics in Boca Raton, we offer three of the most respected and effective laser and light-based treatments on the market: Clear + Brilliant®, Aerolase® Neo-Elite, and Plasma Pen. They’re all incredible — but they do very different things.
Here’s our honest, no-jargon breakdown of what each one does, who it’s best for, and how to figure out which is right for you.
What Even Is a Laser Treatment?
Quick primer: a laser delivers concentrated light energy into the skin to trigger a specific response. Depending on the wavelength, power, and pulse, that response can be:
- Resurfacing (improving texture and tone)
- Targeting pigment (addressing brown spots, melasma, sun damage)
- Targeting blood vessels (reducing redness, rosacea, broken capillaries)
- Stimulating collagen (tightening and anti-aging)
- Destroying hair follicles (laser hair removal)
Different lasers do different jobs. That’s why the right one for you depends entirely on your skin concern.
Clear + Brilliant® skin rejuvenation treatment Before & After
Let’s break down the three featured treatments at Skyn Esthetics.
1. Clear + Brilliant® — The “Gateway” Laser
Best for: Maintaining youthful skin, improving overall tone and texture, preventing early signs of aging
Clear + Brilliant is the gentle, non-ablative laser that gets people into lasers. It’s affectionately known as the “baby Fraxel” because it uses similar fractional technology but with significantly less intensity and downtime.
What it treats:
- Dullness and uneven tone
- Early fine lines
- Mild sun damage
- Enlarged pores
- Overall texture
What to expect:
- Treatment time: ~30 minutes
- Downtime: 1–2 days of mild redness (looks like a light sunburn)
- Results: A noticeable glow within a week; full results after a series of 4–6 treatments
- Pain level: Very tolerable with numbing cream
Who Clear + Brilliant is perfect for:
- 20s–30s clients who want to prevent aging before it starts
- Anyone wanting a “glow” treatment with minimal downtime
- All skin tones (safe for darker skin)
- First-time laser clients
Who should choose something else:
- Clients with deep wrinkles or significant sagging
- Clients dealing with active melasma or stubborn pigmentation (Aerolase is better)
2. Aerolase® Neo-Elite — The Multi-Tasker
Best for: Melasma, rosacea, acne, broken capillaries, pigmentation, and anti-aging — especially for sensitive skin or skin of color
Aerolase Neo-Elite is one of the most versatile lasers on the market. It uses a unique 650-microsecond pulse that delivers energy deep into the skin without overheating the surface — which makes it remarkably safe for all skin tones and very gentle. If Clear + Brilliant is the “glow” laser, Aerolase is the “fix it” laser.
What it treats:
- Melasma (a major concern for South Florida women)
- Rosacea and redness
- Broken capillaries and spider veins
- Active acne and acne scarring
- Stretch marks
- Psoriasis and keratosis
- General anti-aging (face, neck, and décolleté)
What to expect:
- Treatment time: 20–40 minutes depending on area
- Downtime: None to minimal — most clients return to work immediately
- Pain level: Mild warmth, very tolerable
- Results: Visible improvement after each session; best results after a series
Pricing at Skyn Esthetics:
- Broken capillaries: $199
- Active facial acne: $399
- Facial acne scarring: $399
- Melasma: $499
- Rosacea: $499
- Face and neck anti-aging: $599
- Face, neck, and décolleté: $699
Who Aerolase is perfect for:
- Anyone with melasma, rosacea, or pigmentation (one of the only lasers that handles these safely)
- Clients with darker skin tones
- Sensitive or reactive skin
- People who can’t afford downtime
- Adults dealing with adult acne or scarring
Who should choose something else:
- Clients wanting significant tightening and lifting (Plasma Pen is better)
- Clients who want a “resurfacing glow” specifically (Clear + Brilliant gives a more uniform glow)
3. Plasma Pen — The Non-Surgical Lift
Best for: Loose, sagging, or significantly wrinkled skin — especially around the eyes, forehead, jawline, and neck
Plasma Pen is in a category of its own. Unlike Clear + Brilliant or Aerolase, Plasma Pen isn’t technically a laser — it uses a controlled plasma arc to create tiny micro-injuries that trigger dramatic skin tightening and lifting.
It’s the closest thing to a non-surgical facelift you’ll find without going under the knife.
What it treats:
- Hooded or loose upper eyelids
- Wrinkled lower eyes
- Deep forehead lines
- Sagging jawline
- Neck laxity
- Upper lip lines (sometimes called “smoker’s lines”)
- Cheek laxity
What to expect:
- Treatment time: 1–2 hours depending on area
- Downtime: 5–7 days of small carbon dots that scab and flake off
- Pain level: Topical numbing is used; most clients report mild discomfort
- Results: Last up to 3 years — by far the longest-lasting results of any treatment we offer
Pricing at Skyn Esthetics:
- Upper Lip: $499
- Eye area: $899
- Cheeks: $1,099
- Jaw: $1,099
- Full face: $2,899
- Full neck: $2,899
A complimentary consultation is required before any Plasma Pen treatment.
Who Plasma Pen is perfect for:
- Clients seeing significant skin laxity (typically 40s+)
- Anyone wanting major results without surgery
- People wanting to address eyelid hooding without blepharoplasty
- Clients who can commit to 5–7 days of social downtime
Who should choose something else:
- Anyone with very minor concerns (Clear + Brilliant or PRX is better)
- Clients with active acne or significant pigmentation (treat that first with Aerolase)
- Clients with no flexibility for downtime
How to Decide: Quick Reference Guide
| If your main concern is: | The right treatment is: |
|---|---|
| Maintaining youthful skin / overall glow | Clear + Brilliant® |
| Melasma or pigmentation | Aerolase® Neo-Elite |
| Rosacea or redness | Aerolase® Neo-Elite |
| Adult acne or acne scarring | Aerolase® Neo-Elite |
| Loose skin or sagging | Plasma Pen |
| Hooded eyelids | Plasma Pen |
| Anti-aging across face & neck | Aerolase® Neo-Elite or Plasma Pen |
| Sensitive skin / can’t tolerate harsh treatments | Aerolase® or PRX Derm Perfexion |
Why You Need a Real Consultation Before Booking
Here’s the truth: we could write a hundred blog posts and we still couldn’t tell you which laser is right for you without seeing your skin in person. Skin type, history, current concerns, lifestyle, and goals all factor in.
That’s why every laser client at Skyn Esthetics starts with a complimentary consultation (or a $100 Virtual Consultation with Erin if you can’t come in). We’ll look at your skin under proper lighting, talk about your goals, and recommend the right protocol — which is often a combination of treatments rather than just one.
Ready to Find Your Right Laser?
Don’t waste money on the wrong treatment. Book a consultation at Skyn Esthetics today and let our team build a real, customized plan that delivers the results you actually want.
Call: 561-602-3383
Email: Info@SkynEsthetics.com
Book online: vagaro.com/us03/skynbyeb
📍 2230 N Federal Highway, Boca Raton, FL
Serving clients from Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Boynton Beach, and all of South Florida.
Your skin deserves the right treatment — not just any treatment. ✨
