PixelPeel: light CO₂ resurfacing in Sydney, with minimal downtime.
Skin texture, tone, enlarged pores, early fine lines and mild pigmentation. Light-intensity fractional CO₂, performed year-round.
Dr Brandon uses the Alma PixelPeel protocol, fractional CO₂ energy delivered at lower depths than traditional resurfacing, for controlled skin renewal while preserving surrounding tissue. Settings are selected specifically for your skin type, concern and schedule.
PixelPeel is a light-intensity fractional CO₂ treatment. It delivers CO₂ energy at shallower depths than traditional ablative resurfacing: controlled epidermal renewal that improves texture, tone and radiance while preserving surrounding tissue. Recovery is measured in days, not weeks.
All settings are personalised. The same device used at different parameters produces very different outcomes. Dr Brandon selects the approach specific to your skin type and concern, not a standard protocol applied to everyone.
Controlled surface renewal: fractional CO₂ energy removes damaged surface cells in a light, controlled pattern. New skin forms as part of the healing response: smoother texture, more even tone, restored radiance.
Superficial collagen stimulation: the treatment stimulates superficial collagen remodelling and skin renewal without significant disruption to the skin barrier.
Year-round treatment: because the settings are conservative, PixelPeel can be performed year-round, including the warmer months, provided appropriate sun protection and aftercare are followed.
A lighter entry point: PixelPeel suits patients who want a genuine resurfacing result without planning life around a recovery window, and it can be a first step before deeper resurfacing if more is needed later.
Results build with the healing response: improvement appears gradually as the skin renews over the following weeks. A series of sessions may be recommended for optimal outcomes.
Downtime is minimal by design: temporary redness, dryness or light flaking for several days. Most patients return to normal activities quickly, which is exactly what this protocol is for.
WHAT IT ADDRESSES
What skin concerns does PixelPeel address?
Uneven skin texture
Light fractional resurfacing smooths rough, uneven surface texture. One of the most visible and immediate outcomes of the treatment.
Enlarged pores
Controlled epidermal renewal refines pore appearance and surface quality as the treated skin sheds and rebuilds.
Dull or rough skin
Radiance is restored as damaged surface cells are replaced with fresh skin. Tone looks brighter and more even.
Early fine lines
Superficial collagen stimulation softens early fine lines before they establish, without the downtime of deep resurfacing.
Mild pigmentation
Mild pigmentation irregularities improve as melanin-laden surface cells are shed and a more even tone develops.
Refresh & maintenance
A repeatable, year-round protocol for overall skin quality, used as an ongoing maintenance treatment or a periodic refresh.
IS THIS RIGHT FOR ME?
Is PixelPeel right for you?
You might be a good candidate if:
Your skin looks dull, rough or uneven and you want it refreshed
You have enlarged pores or early fine lines You have mild pigmentation irregularities
You want a resurfacing result without significant downtime
You want a maintenance treatment you can repeat through the year
Worth discussing in consultation first:
You have an active skin condition or infection: this needs to settle first
You have a history of abnormal scarring or poor wound healing
You have recently used isotretinoin: timing needs assessment
You have a pigmentary disorder or darker skin type: settings need careful assessment
RESULTS
Before & After
Real patient results. Individual outcomes vary. Your results depend on your skin type, the concern treated, and the protocol selected.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Recovery and timeline, day by day
Treatment day
Warmth and flush
Skin is flushed and warm, like mild sunburn, with a fine sandpaper texture across the treated area. Keep it cool. Moisturise and leave it alone.
Day 1
Redness
Still pink, strongest across the cheeks and nose. Skin feels tight. Nothing is shedding yet. Most patients are comfortable out and about from here, with mineral SPF on.
Day 2-3
Shedding starts
Redness fades and the surface turns matte and slightly bronzed. Fine flaking begins as the treated layer lifts. Do not pick. Let it shed.
Day 3-4
Peak shedding
The most visible stage. Flaking comes away in fine speckles across the cheeks and around the mouth. It looks worse than it feels. Keep moisturising, stay out of the sun, and plan a quiet day if you can.
Day 5 onwards
Clear, then building
Shedding finishes and new surface skin is even and bright. Texture and tone keep improving over the following weeks as the deeper response continues. A series is usually recommended.
PixelPeel is designed for minimal downtime. Most patients return to normal activities quickly. This is a typical course.
HOW IT COMPARES
CO₂ laser vs BBL vs fractional vs IPL: what’s the difference?
'Laser' covers a wide range of technologies that work differently and suit different concerns.
Heats dermis without surface removal. Collagen stimulation.
Laxity, structural quality, gradual improvement
Minimal
Alma Hybrid (both)
Simultaneous CO₂ + non-ablative in one session
Multiple concerns at once. Customisable ratio.
Fully customisable downtime
BBL (broadband light)
Broad-spectrum light. Targets pigment and vessels.
Pigmentation, redness, overall tone
Minimal
IPL (intense pulsed light)
Not laser. Multiple wavelengths. Superficial treatment.
Superficial pigment, redness
Minimal
FREQUENTLY ASKED
PixelPeel and light CO₂ resurfacing in Sydney: your questions
PixelPeel is a light-intensity fractional CO₂ protocol on the Alma platform. It renews the skin surface at shallower depths than traditional resurfacing, a genuine resurfacing result with minimal downtime.
Yes. Cleon By Dr Brandon offers PixelPeel at the clinic in Potts Point, Eastern Suburbs Sydney.
Many patients see visible improvement after one session. For optimal outcomes a series may be recommended. Dr Brandon provides a realistic plan in the consultation.
Temporary redness, dryness or light flaking for several days. Most patients return to normal activities quickly.
Not all laser settings suit all skin types. Darker skin tones and pigmentary disorders require careful assessment before any protocol is agreed.
Both use fractional CO₂. PixelPeel™ treats at lower depths, a lighter result per session with far less downtime. Full resurfacing goes deeper for more significant change, with a planned recovery window.
Yes. Fractional laser is one of the most effective approaches for acne scarring. It creates controlled micro-channels in scar tissue, stimulating remodelling. Candidacy and depth assessed in consultation.
Fractional laser treats a fraction of the skin surface, leaving surrounding tissue intact. This allows significant collagen stimulation with faster recovery than full-field ablation.
Yes. The conservative settings make it a year-round treatment, provided sun protection and aftercare are followed. That is why it is also called the Summer CO₂.
Surface results are long-lasting with good sun protection. Many patients use PixelPeel as a repeatable maintenance treatment through the year.
Most patients describe warmth during the procedure. As a doctor-led clinic, we utilise medical-grade anaesthesia options to optimise comfort where needed.
Laser skin rejuvenation refers to using laser to improve overall skin quality: texture, tone, radiance, and fine lines. It's a broad term that can involve different laser types depending on the specific concern.
Cleon By Dr Brandon is a laser clinic in Potts Point, Sydney's Eastern Suburbs. Online consultations available for patients across Sydney.
Avoid significant sun exposure in the weeks prior, and certain medications that affect skin healing. Dr Brandon provides a full pre-treatment protocol at the consultation.
Yes. Pore appearance, texture and dullness are among the most visible improvements after light fractional resurfacing.
ABOUT THIS INFORMATION
The information on this page is prepared by Dr Brandon Kober-Brown MBBS and reviewed with reference to current clinical practice and relevant Australian guidelines.
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Advertising guidelines for therapeutic goods in Australia
Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA): clinical standards and member code
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