CO₂ Laser Resurfacing,
Tailored to Your Skin
Introducing the DEKA Helix at Glo Rituals, one of the most customizable CO₂ lasers available today. From a no-downtime CoolPeel™ refresh to true deep resurfacing, every treatment is customized to your skin goals, and your recovery window.
Consultation required for all new patients, because the right treatment starts with understanding your skin.
Why We Brought the DEKA Helix to Noe Valley
Not all CO₂ lasers are created equal. The Helix is one of only two lasers in the world capable of delivering the trademarked CoolPeel™ treatment, and one of the most precise, adjustable resurfacing platforms on the market.
What that means for you: instead of a one-size-fits-all laser treatment, we can control the energy, depth, and intensity of every single pulse. A gentle refresh before an event. A moderate resurfacing for sun damage and fine lines. A deeper, more corrective treatment for acne scarring and advanced texture concerns. One laser — customized entirely around you.
At Glo Rituals, we don't believe in high-volume, cookie-cutter treatments. We invested in the DEKA Helix because it lets us do what we do best: build a plan around your skin and treat it with precision.
What CO₂ Resurfacing Treats
CO₂ laser resurfacing works by delivering fractional laser energy to the skin, removing damaged surface layers while stimulating your body's own collagen production underneath. Over the weeks that follow, skin becomes smoother, firmer, and more even.
Ideal for improving:
Fine lines and wrinkles
Sun damage and uneven pigment
Acne scarring and textural irregularities
Enlarged pores
Dull, tired-looking skin
Crepey skin and early laxity
One Laser. Three Levels of Treatment.
CoolPeel™: The Refresh
The signature no-downtime CO₂ treatment, exclusive to DEKA lasers like our Helix. CoolPeel delivers the resurfacing benefits of a traditional CO₂ laser; smoother texture, brighter tone, tighter-looking pores — without the prolonged redness and peeling. Most patients look a little flushed for a day or two, then glow after just a week. Perfect before events or as part of an ongoing skin ritual.
Moderate Resurfacing: The Reset
A step deeper for patients targeting sun damage, fine lines, and early texture changes. Expect a few days of social downtime while your skin renews — and noticeably smoother, more even skin as collagen rebuilds over the following weeks.
Deep Resurfacing: The Transformation
Our most corrective option, for acne scarring, deeper lines, and significant sun damage. This is a true medical resurfacing procedure with roughly 5–7 days of downtime — and the most dramatic results the CO₂ laser can offer. Recommended only after a thorough consultation and skin evaluation.
Not sure which level is right for you? That's exactly what your consultation is for.
Our Process: How We Treat at Glo Rituals
1. Consultation First. Always.
Every CO₂ journey starts with an in-person consultation ($100, credited toward your treatment when performed the same day or when a future treatment is prepaid). We review your skin, your history, your goals, and your timeline — and we're honest about what laser resurfacing can and can't do for you.
2. A Plan Built for Your Skin
Based on your consultation, Nurse Paige designs your treatment plan: the right treatment level, the right settings, and when it serves your outcome — a series of treatments sequenced for best results. You'll know exactly what your plan includes and what it costs before anything is scheduled.
3. Treatment Day
We numb thoroughly for your comfort, then treat. Most sessions take about 60-90 minutes from start to finish depending on the level of resurfacing. You'll leave with everything your skin needs for recovery.
4. Recovery, Guided
You'll receive detailed aftercare instructions and medical-grade product guidance for your recovery window and a direct line to us if any questions come up along the way.
5. Follow-Up & Results
Collagen remodeling continues for months after treatment. We follow up to review your progress, fine-tune your plan, and make sure your results match the outcome we mapped together.
We do things differently here… fewer patients, more attention, and no treatment before a proper evaluation. Here's what to expect:
When Will I See Results?
First glow: within about 7 days, once initial redness settles
Building results: smoother texture and more even tone over 4-6 weeks as collagen rebuilds
Full results: continued improvement for up to 3-6 months after treatment
Longevity: with good skincare and daily SPF, results can last for years. Many patients maintain with a yearly CoolPeel
Why Have Your CO₂ Treatment at Glo Rituals
Nurse-led, physician-backed. Your treatment is performed by Nurse Paige, an experienced aesthetic nurse, with medical oversight from our Medical Director, Dr. Chantal Lunderville.
Quality over volume. We intentionally keep our practice boutique. You will never feel like a number here.
Customization is the whole point. We chose the DEKA Helix specifically because it lets us tailor depth and intensity to each patient. Your settings are yours.
Honest consultations. If CO₂ isn't the right treatment for your skin, we'll tell you — and recommend what is.
Investment & First-Time Patient Savings
CO₂ laser resurfacing at Glo Rituals starts at $1,400 for our most conservative full-face treatment, with your exact quote provided at consultation based on your customized plan.
First-time patients: receive up to $700 off CO₂ laser treatments when you move forward with a customized treatment plan designed at your consultation.
Treat now, pay later: flexible payment plans are available through Cherry, with 0% APR options and no hard credit check.
A booking deposit is required to secure your appointment. We kindly ask for at least 48 hours' notice for cancellations or rescheduling.
FAQ
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Yes — the DEKA Helix is FDA-cleared, and every treatment at Glo Rituals is performed by an experienced aesthetic nurse under physician oversight. Your consultation includes a full review of your skin and medical history to confirm you're a good candidate.
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Most patients concerned with texture, tone, fine lines, sun damage, or scarring are excellent candidates. Some skin types and conditions require extra care or an alternative approach — this is exactly why we require a consultation before treating. If CO₂ isn't right for you, we'll recommend what is.
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We apply medical-grade topical numbing before every treatment. Most patients describe CoolPeel as warm and prickly rather than painful; deeper treatments involve more sensation, and we plan comfort measures accordingly.
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It depends entirely on your treatment level: roughly 1–2 days of mild redness for CoolPeel, a few days of social downtime for moderate resurfacing, and about 5–7 days for deep resurfacing. You'll know your exact recovery window before you book.
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Deeper treatments often deliver significant change in a single session. Lighter treatments like CoolPeel work beautifully in a series. Your plan — including how many sessions and how they're spaced — is mapped at your consultation.
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CoolPeel uses the Helix's unique pulse control to deliver CO₂ energy without lingering heat — which means real resurfacing benefits with minimal downtime. Traditional (deeper) CO₂ treats more aggressively for more dramatic correction, with a longer recovery.
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Often, yes — laser resurfacing pairs well with treatments like PRF and medical-grade skincare as part of a broader plan. We'll design any combinations intentionally at your consultation.
Your Skin, Resurfaced… The Right Way
Start with a consultation at our Noe Valley studio. We'll evaluate your skin, answer every question, and design a CO₂ treatment plan built around your goals — never the other way around.
Glo Rituals Aesthetics · 1304 Castro Street, Suite C, San Francisco, CA 94114 · (415) 669-0629 · By appointment only