CLEAR + BRILLIANT

Clear + Brilliant is designed for early to moderate photoaging and overall skin quality, including:

• Dull, uneven skin tone
• Rough or uneven texture
• Fine lines and early wrinkles
• Enlarged pores
• Mild hyperpigmentation and sun damage (especially with the 1927 nm handpiece)

It is not a replacement for deep resurfacing or surgery, but an excellent option for patients who want a noticeable but gentle refresh.

Most commonly:

• Face – the primary indication in studies for photoaged skin
• Neck and décolletage – to improve texture and pigmentation
• Selected off-face areas (e.g., hands) in appropriate candidates

Exact treatment areas and settings are determined after a clinical assessment.

You may be a good candidate if you:

• Have mild to moderate sun damage, uneven tone, or texture changes
• Want to maintain good skin quality or “step up” from skincare without a long recovery
• Are in generally good health, not pregnant or breastfeeding
• Are able to avoid tanning and follow basic post-laser care

Patients with very deep wrinkles, significant laxity, or medical contraindications to laser may be better suited to other treatments or combination approaches.

Typical pre-treatment guidance includes:

• Avoid sun exposure, tanning, and self-tanners for 2–4 weeks beforehand.
• Use daily broad-spectrum SPF and a simple, non-irritating skincare routine leading up to treatment.
• Stop topical retinoids or strong acids on the treatment area for several days pre-treatment (timing adjusted per your provider).
• Avoid photosensitizing medications and unnecessary blood-thinning supplements when medically safe and in consultation with your prescribing physician.

A full medical history and skin assessment will determine any additional precautions.

1. Cleansing & photography – The skin is cleansed; photos may be taken for tracking results.
2. Topical anesthesia – A numbing cream is usually applied and left on for ~20–30 minutes for comfort.
3. Treatment passes – The Clear + Brilliant handpiece is rolled or glided across the skin in a systematic pattern; the system tracks motion to ensure consistent coverage.
4. Cooling & skincare – The skin is cooled; soothing topicals and/or a barrier product may be applied.

Total in-clinic time is usually 45–60 minutes, though the laser “on-skin” time is shorter.

Clear + Brilliant is considered a low-downtime or “social downtime” procedure:

• Day 0–1: Redness and a warm, sunburn-like sensation; mild swelling possible.
• Days 2–5: Skin may feel slightly rough or “sandy” to the touch as microscopic columns heal.
• After ~5–7 days: Texture smooths out and a fresher, more even look emerges.

Most patients can return to normal activities the same or next day, avoiding intense heat, heavy sweating, and harsh products while the skin recovers.

Most patients describe the feeling as warmth or prickling during each pass. With topical numbing and integrated cooling, the treatment is generally well tolerated. Afterward, the skin often feels like a mild to moderate sunburn for a few hours.

Sensitivity level and comfort measures can be discussed and adjusted at consultation.

Clear + Brilliant is a non-ablative, fractional 1440/1927 nm laser that has been cleared for soft tissue coagulation and general skin resurfacing, with published safety and effectiveness data for photoaged skin.

As with any laser device, potential risks include:

• Temporary redness, swelling, and dryness
• Bronzing or rough “sandpaper” feel during healing
• Rare pigment changes or, very rarely, scarring or infection

Appropriate patient selection, parameter choice, and aftercare significantly reduce these risks. At MD Aesthetics, treatments are performed using medical-grade protocols consistent with device guidelines and current best practice.

You may see an initial radiance and texture boost within 1–2 weeks, with ongoing improvements as collagen remodeling continues over the following months.

Clinical protocols and studies commonly use a series of treatments, such as:

• About 4–6 sessions, spaced 2–4 weeks apart, for best cumulative results
• Followed by maintenance sessions several times per year, depending on skin type, age, and sun exposure

Your plan will be customized to your degree of photoaging and your tolerance for downtime and frequency.