Tone and texture together
Sun damage, uneven pigmentation, fine lines and a dull or rough surface that needs more than a light polish.
The world’s first hybrid fractional laser
HALO®
Surface renewal. Deeper collagen remodeling. HALO brings two wavelengths together to improve the look of sun damage, uneven texture, fine lines and pores—with a treatment plan shaped by Dr. Petro.
The original hybrid fractional laser
Two wavelengths.
A deeper kind of glow.
One wavelength renews the surface. The other heats deeper tissue to stimulate collagen remodeling. HALO delivers both to the same microscopic treatment zone, with untreated skin between zones to support healing.
2940 nmAblative · surface renewal
Removes shallow microcolumns of tissue.
1470 nmNon-ablative · deeper remodeling
Heats tissue beneath the surface without removing it.
One zone. Two complementary effects.
Renew the surface.
Remodel beneath it.
The cyan opening shows shallow tissue removal. The pink column shows deeper thermal treatment. Together, they address surface texture and deeper skin quality in the same pass.
2940 nm · Er:YAG · ablative
A fresh start
at the surface.
Water absorbs this wavelength strongly near the surface. Tiny columns of tissue are vaporized, creating shallow openings in the epidermis. As the surface heals, texture and clarity can improve.
1470 nm · non-ablative
The work you
don’t see yet.
This wavelength heats a deeper column of tissue without removing it. That controlled thermal injury starts a repair response, including collagen remodeling that develops over the following months.
2940 nm · shallow ablation
20–100 µm adjustable depth
1470 nm · deeper thermal treatment
250–700 µm adjustable depth
Independently adjustable.
Dr. Petro selects depth and coverage for your skin and recovery plan.
The science, in more detail
Hybrid describes two different effects in the same microscopic zone: superficial ablation and deeper coagulation. Fractional describes the pattern: treated zones are separated by untreated tissue. This combination allows surface renewal and deeper remodeling in one treatment.
The two wavelengths are both infrared; cyan and pink distinguish them in the illustration. Wavelength affects how strongly water absorbs the energy, but pulse energy, duration and coverage also shape the tissue response. HALO monitors surface temperature to adjust its 1470 nm delivery, while optical navigation relates delivery to handpiece movement.
What HALO treats
Match the treatment
to the change you want.
Pores and selected scars
HALO may soften the appearance of enlarged pores and selected acne scars. Scar type and depth help determine whether ProFractional is a better choice.
An individual pigment plan
Melasma needs its own assessment and ongoing management. A laser response does not mean the tendency to pigment has disappeared.
Your treatment. Your calendar.
HALO recovery.
What to expect.
The treatment day
Numbing and your comfort plan come first. Warmth can continue after the appointment; redness and swelling are expected parts of the early recovery.
The visible recovery
Over the following days, skin may bronze, feel rough and shed. The amount of coverage and depth determine how much social downtime to reserve.
Beyond the surface
The initial glow arrives as the surface recovers. Collagen remodeling takes longer, so the result should be judged after healing rather than during early swelling.
Your questions,
answered here.
How is HALO different from MOXI?
MOXI is a superficial, non-ablative fractional treatment. HALO adds shallow ablation and a deeper thermal component, so it can address more established texture and sun damage with more recovery.
Is HALO the same as full-field resurfacing?
No. HALO treats separated microscopic zones. Full-field resurfacing removes a continuous layer across the treated area and generally requires more involved wound care.
How many HALO treatments will I need?
Some people choose one more substantial treatment; others prefer a staged plan. Dr. Petro considers your goals, settings, skin response and calendar before recommending a course.
What changes the recovery?
Treatment depth and coverage, the area treated and your skin’s healing response all matter. Your PETRO plan includes cleansing, moisturizer, sun protection and the timing of makeup and active skincare.
Treatment prices
| Treatment area or option | Price |
|---|---|
| HALO appointment | $1,500 |
Current booking price. Treatment area, depth and preparation are confirmed in your plan.
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