Moxi Laser
Gentle Skin Resurfacing for All Skin Types
Is Moxi Right for You?
Moxi is ideal for patients who want real results without significant downtime.
Treatment intensity levels: Your nurse will customize Moxi settings (Level 1, 2, or 3) based on your goals and skin type. Level 1 is gentlest, Level 3 provides the most dramatic results.
Best candidates: Uneven texture, dullness, fine lines, mild sun damage, or anyone wanting to maintain youthful skin. All skin types welcome.
NOT ideal for: Deep wrinkles, severe scarring, or active acne. Consider Pixel Laser for more aggressive resurfacing.
Need something gentler? Clear + Brilliant has zero downtime but requires more sessions.
What is Moxi Laser?
Moxi is Sciton’s non-ablative fractionated laser using 1927nm wavelength technology. Unlike ablative lasers that remove skin layers (and require 7-10 days recovery), Moxi works beneath the surface, creating tiny micro-channels that trigger your body’s natural healing response and collagen production.
The result? Fresher, more radiant skin with only 1-3 days of “social downtime.”
How It Works
Moxi delivers thousands of microscopic laser columns into your skin. Each column:
- Penetrates the epidermis and upper dermis
- Triggers collagen remodeling
- Leaves surrounding tissue intact for rapid healing
Think of it like aerating a lawn: the tiny holes stimulate new growth while the surrounding grass stays healthy.
Your Healing Timeline
| Day 1 | Mild redness, warm sensation like a sunburn. You can return to normal activities. |
| Day 2-3 | “Sandpaper” texture as skin renews. Makeup is OK after 24 hours. |
| Day 3-5 | Light flaking resolves. Fresh, glowing skin revealed. |
| Week 2+ | Continued collagen remodeling for months after treatment. |
Why Moxi is Different
Gentle on all skin types: Moxi is designed for all skin types, including darker skin tones. Your provider checks your skin before treatment.
Year-round treatment: Unlike aggressive resurfacing, Moxi can be performed even with moderate sun exposure. No need to hide indoors for months.
Moxi uses Sciton’s FDA-cleared 1927nm thulium laser platform. Results may vary. Consult our medical team to determine if Moxi is right for your skin type and goals.
FAQ
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Is Moxi safe for dark skin?
Moxi is designed to be gentle on all skin types, including darker skin tones. Your provider checks your skin before treatment.
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How many Moxi sessions do I need?
Most patients see optimal results with 3-4 sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart. Your nurse will customize a treatment plan based on your skin goals.
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How much downtime with Moxi?
1-3 days of "social downtime." Day 1 feels like mild sunburn. Days 2-3 you may have a sandpaper texture. By day 3-5, flaking resolves and fresh skin is revealed. You can wear makeup after 24 hours.
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Does Moxi hurt?
We apply topical numbing cream before treatment. Most patients describe it as a warm, prickling sensation, far less intense than ablative lasers. The treatment itself takes only 15-20 minutes.
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Can I do Moxi in the summer?
Yes! Unlike many laser treatments, Moxi can be performed year-round, even with moderate sun exposure. This is because the 1927nm wavelength targets water, not melanin, reducing sun-sensitivity concerns.
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How does Moxi compare to Clear + Brilliant?
Both are gentle resurfacing lasers with minimal downtime. We are not booking Moxi right now. Clear + Brilliant is available at all three of our locations and treats tone, texture and early sun damage.
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What can Moxi treat?
Moxi addresses uneven texture, fine lines, dullness, mild sun damage, dark spots, and enlarged pores. It can also help maintain results from more intensive treatments.
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Who performs Moxi treatments?
All laser treatments at Cienega Medical are performed by registered nurses (RNs) under medical director oversight. Our team is Sciton-certified on the MOXI platform.
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Can I combine Moxi with other treatments?
Yes! Moxi pairs excellently with BBL HEROic. BBL addresses pigment and redness while Moxi improves texture. This combo (BBL + Moxi) is a Sciton-recommended pairing for comprehensive rejuvenation.
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