Laser Skin Resurfacing in
St. George, Utah.
Resurfacing can change the look and feel of your skin and restore its healthy, youthful glow. Desert Sands offers two distinct resurfacing systems — CO2RE fractional laser and Ellipse Frax 1550 — to match the right treatment to your skin's concerns, downtime tolerance, and long-term goals.
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Two systems. One goal.
Desert Sands is the only clinic in St. George performing combination laser therapy — a multi-system approach that targets all three main skin layers: the epidermis, the dermis, and the subcutaneous tissue. Shannon Evans personally selects the right system — or the right combination of systems — based on your skin's condition and your goals. "Everyone has different skin care concerns, because no one is the same. I consider it an art."
Laser skin resurfacing slows the aging process by stimulating the production of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid — the building blocks of healthy, youthful skin. While other treatments may temporarily reduce the appearance of wrinkles, laser therapy addresses the underlying structural changes that produce them. Each laser skin treatment at Desert Sands begins with a thorough professional skin consultation to determine the most appropriate approach for your specific concerns.
- Two distinct resurfacing systems for different skin concerns and downtime tolerance
- The only clinic in St. George performing combination laser therapy
- Only med spa in the St. George area offering MD-supervised comfort sedation
- November through March is the ideal time for resurfacing — fewer sun exposure risks
- Treatments can be combined with Profound Lift for the ultimate rejuvenation result
CO2RE Skin Resurfacing.
"The CO2RE is the best single treatment on the market for advanced skin damage and wrinkling." — Shannon Evans, RN
CO2RE fractional laser resurfacing removes layers of skin tissue in a fractionated method — columns of skin are removed, leaving the surrounding skin intact to aid in healing. The laser precisely targets and treats the superficial, middle, and deep skin layers simultaneously, providing the most appropriate treatment with maximum results for each facial area during the same session.
- Reduces age spots, fine lines, and wrinkles
- Improves textural irregularities and dull skin tone
- Improves skin laxity and firmness
- Targets all three skin layers in a single treatment
- Ablative resurfacing — more intensive, more dramatic results
- Comfort sedation available from Dr. Eric Evans, MD
Downtime: 5–7 days · Ideal for: Advanced sun damage, deep wrinkles, significant laxity
Ellipse Frax Skin Resurfacing.
"The Frax 1550 will slow down and even reverse the visible signs of skin aging — removing age spots and leaving the skin looking fresher and less wrinkled." — Shannon Evans, RN
The Ellipse Frax 1550 is a non-ablative fractional laser that works on the face, neck, and chest to smooth textural irregularities and improve overall skin texture without removing the outer skin layer. Because the skin remains intact, healing and recovery are quick — improvement can be seen in as little as one treatment. The Frax 1550 is less invasive than ablative lasers, with minimal downtime and very few side effects.
- Treats wrinkles, fine lines, scars, and age spots
- Addresses sun damage and uneven pigmentation
- Face, neck, and chest — a single treatment area or all three
- Non-ablative — skin remains intact, minimal downtime
- Scar pricing: $95 first sq. inch, $25 each additional sq. inch
- Packages of 3 or more: 15% off total price
Downtime: 1–2 days · Ideal for: Mild-moderate concerns, active patients, face/neck/chest
Which system is right for you?
Both systems resurface the skin and stimulate collagen — but they do so through different mechanisms, with different levels of intensity and recovery. Shannon Evans will recommend the appropriate system during your consultation based on your skin's condition, your downtime tolerance, and the results you want to achieve.
Most powerful resurfacing option. Treats the superficial, middle, and deep layers simultaneously. Best for advanced sun damage, deep wrinkles, and significant laxity. More dramatic results with more significant recovery time. Comfort sedation available from Dr. Eric Evans, MD.
Gentler resurfacing with minimal downtime. Skin remains intact throughout treatment — the outer layer is not removed. Better suited for mild to moderate concerns, patients with active schedules, or those treating the neck and chest where extended recovery is impractical.
Profound Lift targets the deeper layers to stimulate collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid production. CO2RE targets the upper layer for tightening and pigment correction. Together they address both structural and surface aging — Shannon calls this "the ultimate skin rejuvenation treatment."
Nearly all laser treatments leave skin highly sensitive to UV exposure. St. George's high-altitude sun makes timing critical. Shorter days and cooler temperatures from November through March allow treated skin to heal without sun compromise — and deliver the best long-term results.
CO2RE + Profound — the full attack.
Desert Sands is the only clinic in Southern Utah offering the Profound system for skin tightening — and the only med spa using it in combination with CO2RE resurfacing for what Shannon Evans calls "the ultimate skin rejuvenation treatment."
Profound targets the deeper layers of the skin to stimulate the production of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid, while the CO2RE laser targets the upper layer for overall tightening and reduction in age spots, lines, and wrinkles. It is a targeted attack on problem areas both superficial and structural — treating the face at every depth in a single combined session.
- Profound: 100% response rate to facial wrinkles (clinical trials)
- CO2RE: surface tightening, pigment correction, texture improvement
- Both treatments in one session — combined comfort sedation package available
- The only clinic in Southern Utah offering this combination
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Skin concerns laser resurfacing addresses.
Between CO2RE and Ellipse Frax, Desert Sands can address virtually every surface and textural skin concern that accumulates from aging, sun exposure, and the high-UV climate of Southern Utah.
Fine Lines & Wrinkles
Both systems address fine lines and wrinkles — CO2RE for deeper, more established lines, and Frax for the finer lines that accumulate gradually with sun exposure and aging. The collagen stimulation both systems trigger continues to improve wrinkle depth over the months following treatment.
Age & Sun Spots
Both CO2RE and Frax are highly effective at reducing brown spots, age spots, and sun damage. The fractional laser energy breaks down excess melanin pigment and removes damaged skin tissue, revealing clearer, more even-toned skin as the treated area heals.
Skin Texture
Rough skin texture, large pores, and the uneven surface created by years of sun exposure and aging respond well to both systems. CO2RE addresses more significant textural irregularities; Frax smooths milder concerns with less recovery. Both stimulate new, healthier skin cells to replace damaged ones.
Scars
Acne scars, chicken pox scars, surgical scars, and self-inflicted scars can all be addressed with the Frax 1550. The fractional laser remodels scar tissue by stimulating new collagen in and around the scar, progressively improving its texture and appearance over a series of treatments. Priced from $95 per square inch.
Skin Laxity
CO2RE resurfacing addresses mild to moderate skin laxity by stimulating collagen in all three layers of the dermis. For significant laxity, the CO2RE and Profound combination produces the most dramatic tightening results available without surgery in Southern Utah.
Dull Tone & Radiance
The overall loss of luminosity and radiance that accompanies years of sun exposure and cellular turnover slowdown responds well to both systems. Resurfacing removes damaged surface skin cells and stimulates fresh new tissue, restoring the healthy glow that photoaged skin loses over time.
Who is a good candidate?
Laser skin resurfacing is appropriate for a wide range of patients. Common presentations we treat include:
- Sun damage accumulated from years in Southern Utah's high-UV climate
- Fine lines, wrinkles, or deeper creases affecting confidence
- Age spots, brown spots, or uneven skin tone
- Rough skin texture, large pores, or dull complexion
- Acne scars, chicken pox scars, or other textural scarring
- Mild to moderate skin laxity on the face, neck, or chest
- Patients wanting to combine resurfacing with Profound Lift for full rejuvenation
Shannon will determine which system is appropriate based on your skin type, the severity of your concerns, your downtime tolerance, and your overall treatment goals. Both systems require sun-free skin at the time of treatment.
CO2RE resurfacing requires five to seven days of visible recovery — plan your schedule accordingly. November through March is the optimal time to undergo resurfacing in St. George, as lower UV exposure makes the post-treatment period safer and more manageable. We discuss timing in detail at your consultation.
Performed by Shannon Evans, RN, BSN.
All laser skin resurfacing treatments at Desert Sands are performed by Shannon Evans, RN, BSN — co-founder, lead aesthetic nurse, and the only provider in Southern Utah offering combination laser therapy that targets all three main skin layers. Shannon brings twenty-eight years of clinical experience to every resurfacing treatment, and her multi-modal, artistic approach consistently produces results that exceed what any single treatment can achieve.
For CO2RE resurfacing and the CO2RE + Profound combination, comfort sedation is available from Dr. Eric Evans, MD, a board-certified anesthesiologist — making Desert Sands the only med spa in the St. George area offering this level of patient comfort for intensive laser procedures.
- Shannon performs every resurfacing treatment personally
- Only clinic in St. George offering combination laser therapy
- MD-supervised sedation available — Dr. Eric Evans, board-certified anesthesiologist
- Post-procedure care kit included with CO2RE packages
Treatment, recovery, & results.
45–90 Min
CO2RE resurfacing sessions take 45 to 90 minutes depending on the area treated. Comfort sedation is available and recommended for more intensive sessions — the package includes the sedation and a post-procedure care kit.
30–60 Min
Ellipse Frax sessions take 30 to 60 minutes. No sedation is required. A topical anesthetic is applied before treatment for comfort. The face, neck, and chest can be treated in the same session.
5–7 Days
CO2RE resurfacing involves significant recovery — redness, swelling, and skin shedding over five to seven days as treated tissue heals and renews. Strict sun avoidance and the provided post-procedure kit support optimal healing and results.
1–2 Days
Ellipse Frax involves minimal downtime. The skin remains intact and most patients return to normal activity within one to two days. Mild redness and sensitivity are typical for the first day or two following treatment.
From consultation to renewed skin.
Professional Skin Consultation
Shannon evaluates your skin condition, reviews your concerns, and recommends the appropriate system — CO2RE, Ellipse Frax, or the CO2RE and Profound combination. She discusses downtime, expectations, and the best time of year for your treatment. Every treatment at Desert Sands begins with a thorough and caring consultation.
In-Office Treatment
CO2RE resurfacing can be performed under MD-supervised comfort sedation — Dr. Eric Evans, MD administers sedation before the procedure for a completely relaxed experience. Ellipse Frax is performed with topical anesthetic and requires no sedation. Both treatments are completed in a single appointment.
Recovery & Results
You leave with a post-procedure care kit (CO2RE) or specific aftercare instructions (Frax). Results develop over four to six weeks as collagen remodeling progresses, with continued improvement over several months. Package treatments of three or more Frax sessions produce the most significant cumulative results.
Common questions.
What is the difference between CO2RE and Ellipse Frax?
Is laser skin resurfacing painful?
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What is the CO2RE + Profound combination?
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