Solaria CO2 Laser in Houston & The Woodlands | SkinLab by Dr. Roth
Solaria CO2 Laser Resurfacing in Houston & The Woodlands
Solaria™ is InMode’s next-generation fractional CO₂ laser, offering advanced skin resurfacing for patients with more significant skin concerns who want long-lasting, dramatic results. At SkinLab by Dr. Roth, Solaria is available at our Houston River Oaks and The Woodlands locations, performed by our licensed clinical providers under the medical supervision of Dr. Forrest S. Roth, MD, FACS.
How Solaria CO2 Laser Works
Fractional CO₂ laser energy ablates the outer layers of damaged skin in precise microscopic columns while leaving surrounding tissue intact. This dual action — removing damaged tissue and triggering deep collagen remodeling — produces more significant correction than non-ablative lasers, with results that continue to improve over several months as new collagen forms.
What Solaria Treats
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Acne scars and surgical scars
- Sun damage and hyperpigmentation
- Uneven skin tone and texture
- Enlarged pores
- Skin laxity and loss of firmness
- Overall skin rejuvenation
What to Expect
Before: A topical or local anesthetic is applied for comfort. Your provider may prescribe antiviral medication if you have a history of cold sores. Avoid sun exposure for 4 weeks prior and discontinue retinoids 7 days before treatment.
During: The Solaria handpiece delivers precisely controlled fractional CO₂ energy to the treatment area. Treatment time varies depending on the size and depth of correction needed.
After: The first 3–5 days involve redness, swelling, and oozing as the skin resurfaces. Most healing occurs over 7–14 days. Redness may persist for several additional weeks. Sun avoidance for 4–6 weeks is essential.
When Will I See Results?
Initial improvement is visible once the skin heals at 2 weeks. Because Solaria stimulates deep collagen remodeling, the most significant results develop over 3–6 months as new collagen continues to form. Most patients achieve their goals with a single treatment.
How Is Solaria Different from Halo?
Both lasers work by creating microscopic channels in the skin to stimulate collagen and resurface damaged tissue — the difference is how deep and how aggressively they do it. Ablative energy removes the outer skin layers for more dramatic correction, while non-ablative energy heats beneath the surface with a gentler recovery. Halo combines both types for a balance of results and downtime — typically 5–7 days where your skin will be red and peeling but manageable. Solaria uses CO₂ ablative energy exclusively, making it more aggressive with deeper correction and 7–14 days of healing. Solaria is recommended for patients with more advanced concerns like significant acne scarring or deeper wrinkles where more aggressive correction is needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Solaria CO2 laser?
Solaria is InMode’s next-generation fractional CO2 laser that resurfaces damaged skin while stimulating deep collagen remodeling, producing smoother, firmer, and more youthful-looking skin with long-lasting results.
What does Solaria CO2 laser treat?
Solaria treats fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars, surgical scars, sun damage, hyperpigmentation, enlarged pores, and uneven skin tone and texture — delivering more significant correction than non-ablative lasers.
How much downtime is there after CO2 laser?
CO2 laser resurfacing involves 7-14 days of healing. The first 3-5 days include redness, swelling, and oozing as the skin resurfaces. This is a more aggressive treatment than Halo or MOXI and requires planning for adequate recovery time.
How is Solaria different from Halo laser?
Halo combines ablative and non-ablative energy with 5-7 days downtime. Solaria uses ablative CO2 energy exclusively for deeper correction with 7-14 days healing. Solaria is recommended for patients with more advanced concerns like significant acne scars or deeper wrinkles.
How many Solaria sessions do I need?
Most patients achieve significant results with a single Solaria CO2 treatment. Touch-up treatments may be recommended for deeper scars. Your SkinLab provider will assess your skin and goals at your consultation.
Where can I get CO2 laser resurfacing in Houston?
SkinLab by Dr. Roth offers Solaria CO2 laser at two locations: 2800 Kirby Dr #B224, Houston TX 77098 (River Oaks, 346-394-7149) and 9595 Six Pines Drive Space 470, The Woodlands TX 77380 (713-673-8663).
How does Solaria CO2 compare to Halo, MOXI, and Morpheus8?
Solaria is the most aggressive laser treatment SkinLab offers — the step you take when gentler options have not fully addressed your concerns, or when your skin concern warrants more powerful correction from the start. MOXI is the mildest option with 1–2 days of downtime, great for maintenance. Halo sits in the middle with 5–7 days of downtime and strong results for tone and texture. Solaria delivers the deepest laser correction with 7–14 days of healing and the most dramatic long-term results. Morpheus8 is a complementary treatment — it tightens and firms skin using radiofrequency microneedling rather than resurfacing, and is sometimes combined with Solaria for patients who want both deep resurfacing and structural tightening. Your SkinLab provider will recommend the right treatment or combination at your consultation.
Book a Solaria CO2 Laser Consultation at SkinLab
SkinLab by Dr. Roth offers complimentary consultations at both our Houston (River Oaks) and The Woodlands locations. Our providers will assess your skin concerns and determine whether Solaria CO2 laser is the right treatment for your goals.
- Houston (River Oaks): 2800 Kirby Dr #B224 — 346-394-7149
- The Woodlands: 9595 Six Pines Drive, Space 470 — 713-673-8663