Dealing with stubborn sun damage from years of South Florida living? Frustrated with age spots, fine lines, redness, or acne scars that won’t improve no matter what creams you try? Maybe you’re tired of spending time and money on temporary fixes that never address the real problem.
Laser skin treatment offers real, lasting solutions. At Manhattan Laser Spa in Hallandale Beach, we use medical-grade laser technology to treat hair removal, sun damage, pigmentation, redness, acne, scarring, wrinkles, and texture issues. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. We match specific laser types and wavelengths to your exact skin concerns and skin tone.
Living near the beach means constant UV exposure, even with sunscreen. Your skin accumulates damage over time. Laser treatments help reverse that damage and prevent it from getting worse.
Laser skin treatment uses concentrated light energy to target specific problems in your skin. Different lasers work on different concerns. Some remove unwanted hair permanently. Others break down pigmentation or seal off blood vessels causing redness. Some resurface skin to improve texture and stimulate collagen production.
The laser delivers energy at specific wavelengths that target certain chromophores (color molecules) in your skin. For hair removal, the laser targets melanin in hair follicles. For sun spots, it targets melanin in pigmented cells. For redness, it targets hemoglobin in blood vessels.
Here’s what makes laser treatment different from topical products: lasers penetrate deep into your skin to create actual structural changes. Creams only work on the surface. They can’t reach the depth needed to eliminate hair follicles, break down deep pigmentation, or stimulate significant collagen production.
Think of it like fixing a problem at its source instead of just covering it up.
Laser hair removal uses diode, alexandrite, or Nd:YAG lasers depending on your skin tone. The laser energy heats and damages hair follicles, preventing future growth. Most people achieve 80 to 95 percent permanent hair reduction after six to eight sessions.
Best for anyone tired of constant shaving, waxing, or dealing with ingrown hairs.
Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing treats significant sun damage, deep wrinkles, and acne scars. The laser creates thousands of microscopic treatment zones that trigger intensive collagen remodeling. You’ll have about a week of downtime but see dramatic improvement in texture and tone.
Best for severe photoaging or deep scarring when you can handle recovery time.
Erbium laser resurfacing offers precision with less heat than CO2 lasers. It works well for moderate sun damage, fine lines, and texture issues with faster recovery (three to five days).
Best for visible aging concerns without the full week of downtime.
IPL photofacials (intense pulsed light) target multiple issues at once using broad-spectrum light. They’re excellent for sun spots, age spots, freckles, redness, and broken capillaries. The treated spots darken before flaking off over one to two weeks.
Best for overall tone improvement and mixed concerns like brown spots and redness.
Vascular lasers specifically target blood vessels causing redness, rosacea, spider veins, and broken capillaries. The laser heats hemoglobin in vessels, sealing them off permanently.
Best for persistent facial redness or visible veins that makeup can’t hide.
Non-ablative fractional lasers work beneath your skin surface without removing the outer layer. They stimulate collagen production to improve fine lines, texture, and mild scarring with minimal downtime (one to two days of redness).
Best for busy schedules when you want gradual improvement without obvious recovery.
Q-switched and picosecond lasers deliver ultra-short pulses perfect for breaking down stubborn pigmentation and removing tattoos. They work on deep sun damage and melasma that other lasers can’t reach.
Best for resistant pigmentation or unwanted tattoos.
South Florida sun exposure is relentless. Between beach days, outdoor activities around Gulfstream Park, and year-round sunshine, your skin takes constant UV damage.
Here’s what we see most often in our Hallandale Beach clients:
Unwanted hair everywhere. Florida’s heat and humidity mean you’re in shorts, swimsuits, and sleeveless clothing constantly. Laser hair removal eliminates the daily shaving routine and painful waxing appointments permanently.
Sun damage and age spots. Those brown spots on your face, chest, hands, and shoulders? That’s accumulated UV damage. Laser treatments target and eliminate pigmented cells, evening out your skin tone dramatically.
Persistent redness and rosacea. Florida’s heat, humidity, and sun make rosacea worse. Vascular lasers reduce redness and visible blood vessels permanently, not just temporarily like topical treatments.
Acne and acne scars. Humid climate triggers breakouts. Laser treatments clear active acne and improve the textured scarring left behind.
Fine lines and wrinkles. Sun exposure accelerates aging. Laser resurfacing stimulates new collagen production, softening lines and improving skin firmness from within.
Rough, uneven texture. Environmental damage makes skin feel rough and look dull. Laser resurfacing removes damaged cells and reveals smoother, healthier skin.
Enlarged pores. Lasers tighten skin and stimulate collagen around pores, making them appear smaller and less noticeable.
We customize everything based on your concerns, skin type, and lifestyle.
We start with comprehensive skin analysis under specialized lighting. Our licensed medical aesthetician examines your skin to identify all concerns, even ones you might not notice yet.
We evaluate your Fitzpatrick skin type (I through VI). This is critical because different skin tones require different lasers and settings. Using the wrong laser on darker skin can cause burns or pigmentation problems. Using the wrong settings on any skin type wastes your time and money.
We’ll discuss:
Then we recommend specific laser treatments with honest assessments of what’s achievable.
Preparation varies by treatment type but typically includes:
Two to four weeks before: Stop using retinoids and exfoliating products. Avoid sun exposure and tanning (real or fake). For hair removal, stop waxing or plucking (shaving is fine).
If you get cold sores: We’ll prescribe antiviral medication to prevent outbreaks triggered by facial laser treatments.
Day of treatment: Come with clean skin. No makeup, moisturizer, or sunscreen on treatment areas. For hair removal, shave the area 24 hours before.
Most laser treatments involve topical numbing cream applied 30 to 45 minutes beforehand. This makes the procedure much more comfortable.
You’ll wear protective eyewear during treatment. We position you comfortably, then systematically treat your skin with the laser handpiece.
What it feels like depends on the laser:
Hair removal lasers: Warm snapping sensations. Each pulse feels like a rubber band snap followed by heat. Bony areas hurt more than fleshy areas.
Resurfacing lasers (CO2, Erbium): Heat and stinging despite numbing cream. It’s uncomfortable but tolerable because results are worth it.
IPL and vascular lasers: Quick snapping sensations. Relatively comfortable with minimal discomfort.
Non-ablative lasers: Warmth and tingling. Most people tolerate it easily.
Treatment time ranges from 10 minutes for small areas to 90 minutes for full face or large body areas.
Recovery varies dramatically by laser type:
Hair removal: Mild redness for a few hours. No real downtime. Treated hair sheds over 10 to 14 days.
Fractional CO2 resurfacing: Significant redness, swelling, and peeling for five to seven days. Most people take a week off work. Complete healing takes two weeks.
Erbium resurfacing: Moderate redness and peeling for three to five days. Socially acceptable after about a week.
IPL photofacials: Minimal downtime. Slight redness for a few hours. Brown spots darken before flaking off over one to two weeks.
Vascular treatments: Possible bruising for one to two weeks. Otherwise minimal downtime.
Non-ablative fractional: One to three days of mild redness. No visible peeling.
How you care for your skin after laser treatment directly affects your outcomes.
Sun protection is absolutely critical. Your skin is vulnerable to UV damage after any laser treatment. Wear SPF 30+ physical sunscreen every single day. Reapply every two hours when outside. Wear a wide-brimmed hat. Avoid direct sun when possible.
Living in Hallandale Beach makes this challenging, but it’s non-negotiable. One sunburn can cause permanent hyperpigmentation that’s harder to treat than your original problem.
Gentle care only. Use mild, fragrance-free cleansers. Apply heavy moisturizer multiple times daily. No scrubbing, picking, or using active ingredients until your provider clears you.
Avoid heat and sweat. No hot showers, saunas, or intense exercise for at least 48 hours (longer for ablative treatments).
Let skin heal naturally. Don’t pick at peeling skin or crusty spots. Let everything shed on its own timeline.
Follow medication instructions. If prescribed antiviral medication or antibiotics, take them as directed.
Unwanted hair responds permanently to laser treatment. After completing your series (usually six to eight sessions), most people achieve 80 to 95 percent permanent reduction. Any remaining hair is finer and lighter.
Sun spots and age spots fade dramatically with IPL or Q-switched laser treatments. Most people see 70 to 90 percent improvement after three to five sessions.
Melasma is tricky to treat but responds to combination therapy including specific lasers, chemical peels, and prescription skincare. Improvement takes time and maintenance.
Redness and rosacea improve significantly with vascular laser treatments. Diffuse redness calms and individual broken capillaries disappear. Most people need three to five sessions.
Acne responds to specific laser wavelengths that target oil glands and bacteria. Active breakouts decrease and skin stays clearer with maintenance treatments.
Acne scars improve with fractional laser resurfacing. The laser stimulates collagen remodeling that gradually fills in depressed scars. Most people see 50 to 80 percent improvement after a series of treatments.
Fine lines and wrinkles soften with laser resurfacing that stimulates collagen production. Results develop over three to six months as new collagen forms.
Rough texture smooths out dramatically with any resurfacing laser. Damaged surface cells are removed and replaced with healthy new skin.
Large pores appear smaller after laser treatments that tighten skin and stimulate collagen around pores.
Spider veins on face disappear permanently with vascular laser treatment. The laser seals off the vessels, which are then absorbed by your body.
This depends entirely on what you’re treating and which laser we use.
Laser hair removal: Six to eight sessions spaced four to eight weeks apart, then occasional touch-ups.
IPL photofacials: Three to five sessions spaced three to four weeks apart for pigmentation and redness.
Fractional CO2 resurfacing: Often just one to two treatments for dramatic results, spaced six to 12 months apart.
Non-ablative fractional laser: Three to six sessions spaced four to six weeks apart.
Vascular treatments: Two to five sessions depending on severity.
Acne scar treatment: Three to six sessions or more depending on scar depth and type.
Most laser treatments require a series because you’re creating gradual improvement, not instant transformation. Each treatment builds on the previous one.
Results aren’t immediate. You’ll see some changes quickly, but real improvement develops over weeks to months as your skin responds to treatment.
This is critical. Not all lasers work safely on all skin tones.
Light skin (Fitzpatrick I-III) can safely receive most laser treatments including aggressive resurfacing and hair removal with alexandrite lasers.
Medium skin (Fitzpatrick III-IV) requires careful laser selection. We use specific wavelengths and energy levels to avoid pigmentation issues.
Darker skin (Fitzpatrick V-VI) needs specialized lasers like Nd:YAG for hair removal and specific protocols for other treatments. Certain lasers can cause hyperpigmentation or burns if used incorrectly.
Our diverse Hallandale Beach community means we regularly treat all skin tones. We have the lasers, training, and experience to work safely on every skin type.
During your consultation, we’ll explain which lasers work best for your specific skin tone and concerns.
You’re a good candidate if:
You might need to wait if:
Most people are candidates for some type of laser treatment. If one laser doesn’t work for you, we often have alternatives.
Laser treatment pricing varies widely based on:
A single IPL photofacial costs less than fractional CO2 resurfacing. Small area hair removal (upper lip) costs less than full legs. Series packages cost less per session than individual treatments.
Yes, professional laser treatments cost more than drugstore products. But consider this: you’re paying for medical-grade technology, physician supervision, and results that actually work. One laser treatment often delivers more improvement than years of expensive creams.
We offer package pricing that reduces per-treatment costs. Since most concerns require multiple sessions, packages make financial sense.
During your consultation, we’ll give you specific pricing based on your customized treatment plan. No surprises or hidden fees.
Physician-supervised care. All laser treatments are performed under medical director supervision. We follow strict medical protocols and safety standards.
Multiple laser systems. We have different lasers for different concerns and skin types. This means we match the right technology to your specific needs.
Experienced with all skin tones. We safely treat Fitzpatrick types I through VI. Our expertise with diverse skin matters in our South Florida community.
Customized protocols. We adjust laser type, wavelength, energy levels, and pulse duration based on your unique skin and concerns.
Licensed medical professionals. Your treatments are performed by licensed, trained laser operators working under physician supervision.
FDA-cleared technology only. We use medical-grade, FDA-cleared laser systems, not cheap alternatives.
Comprehensive consultations. We take time to evaluate your skin, discuss realistic options, and answer all your questions. No pressure, no sales tactics.
Convenient location. We serve Hallandale Beach residents plus clients from Aventura, Hollywood, Sunny Isles Beach, and throughout Broward County. Whether you’re near Golden Isles, Gulfstream Park, or the beach, we’re accessible.
We’re conveniently located to serve clients throughout Hallandale Beach, including Golden Isles, Three Islands, Diplomat Landing, and areas near the beach and Gulfstream Park. We also see clients from nearby Aventura, Hollywood, North Miami Beach, Sunny Isles Beach, Pembroke Pines, and throughout Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.
That’s what your consultation determines. Different lasers treat different concerns, and your skin type affects which lasers are safe for you. During consultation, we examine your skin, discuss your concerns, and explain which specific laser treatments will work best. For example, if you have both sun spots and redness, we might recommend IPL photofacials. If you have deep wrinkles and significant sun damage, fractional CO2 resurfacing makes more sense. If you want hair removal with darker skin, Nd:YAG laser is safest. We match technology to your needs, not the other way around.
Yes, when performed correctly with appropriate lasers. Darker skin (Fitzpatrick types V-VI) has more melanin, which can absorb laser energy and cause burns or pigmentation changes if the wrong laser or settings are used. We use specific lasers designed for darker skin, particularly Nd:YAG wavelengths for hair removal and carefully calibrated IPL settings for pigmentation. We also perform test spots before full treatment to ensure your skin responds safely. The key is working with experienced providers who understand how to treat diverse skin tones. We successfully treat all skin types regularly without complications.
Discomfort varies by treatment type. Hair removal feels like rubber bands snapping against your skin with warmth afterward. Most people tolerate it fine. Ablative resurfacing lasers (CO2, Erbium) are more uncomfortable despite numbing cream, with heat and stinging sensations. IPL photofacials and vascular treatments feel like quick snapping. Non-ablative lasers cause warmth and tingling. We use topical numbing cream for more uncomfortable treatments and cooling systems during all treatments. After treatment, your skin will feel tender like a sunburn for several hours to days depending on laser type. Most people manage any discomfort with over-the-counter pain relievers and ice packs.
It depends on what you’re treating. Laser hair removal results are permanent for destroyed follicles, though dormant follicles can activate later (which is why occasional touch-ups help). Pigmentation removal is permanent for treated spots, but you can develop new sun damage without proper protection. Vascular treatments permanently eliminate treated blood vessels, but new ones can form over time. Collagen-stimulating treatments last several years but can’t stop natural aging processes. Maintenance treatments every six to 12 months help preserve results. Sun protection is critical for maintaining any laser treatment results, especially in South Florida.
Often, yes. Many people benefit from combination approaches. For example, we might do IPL for pigmentation and redness, then fractional laser for texture and fine lines. Or laser hair removal plus vascular treatment for spider veins. However, we space treatments appropriately to let your skin heal between sessions. Some combinations work well together in the same session, others need to be separated by weeks or months. We can also combine laser treatments with other services like chemical peels, microneedling, or injectables. During consultation, we’ll create a comprehensive plan that addresses all your concerns safely and effectively.
Results timing varies by treatment. Hair removal shows gradual reduction over your treatment series, with treated hair shedding 10 to 14 days after each session. IPL photofacials show brown spots darkening immediately, then flaking off over one to two weeks. Vascular treatments may show immediate improvement with continued fading over weeks. Resurfacing treatments show some immediate smoothness, but real collagen remodeling takes three to six months. Most laser treatments deliver progressive improvement, not instant transformation. Each session builds on the previous one. Full results often take several months after completing your series as your skin continues responding to treatment.
IPL (intense pulsed light) uses broad-spectrum light with multiple wavelengths, while true lasers use a single, concentrated wavelength. IPL works well for treating multiple concerns at once (like brown spots and redness) because different wavelengths target different chromophores. True lasers penetrate more precisely and deeply, making them better for specific concerns like deep hair follicles or significant resurfacing. Neither is better or worse. They’re different tools for different jobs. IPL is excellent for overall tone improvement and mixed concerns. Lasers are better for targeted, aggressive treatment of specific issues. We have both technologies and choose based on what you’re treating.
actually be fixed. Laser skin treatment at Manhattan Laser Spa offers Hallandale Beach residents proven solutions backed by medical expertise and advanced technology.
Schedule your consultation today. We’ll evaluate your skin, explain exactly which laser treatments will work for your concerns, and create a realistic plan with honest timelines and expectations. No pressure, no sales pitch. Just expert guidance from licensed professionals who’ve helped hundreds of clients achieve real, lasting improvement.
Call us or book online. The clearer, smoother, more confident skin you want is achievable.
