Redness Relief Therapy
Vancouver, WA
Red, reactive skin can be more than just a cosmetic concern. It often signals a compromised skin barrier or underlying vascular activity.
Whether you're navigating rosacea, post-procedure inflammation, or persistent facial flushing, our redness relief therapy is designed to address redness at its root. This unique treatment combines two advanced technologies in a single session: Nd:YAG laser energy targets visible blood vessels and redness while Laser Genesis gently stimulates collagen and improves the skin’s resilience. The result is calmer, healthier-looking skin over time. For ongoing support, we also offer the ZO Redness + Barrier Defense Kit to protect and nourish your skin every day. Our experienced team will carefully assess your skin concerns to tailor a redness relief protocol around your unique needs.
We developed our two-in-one redness relief therapy for patients dealing with ongoing facial redness, broken capillaries, and skin sensitivity. Our thoughtful approach combines the deeper vascular targeting of Cutera’s Nd:YAG laser with the collagen-stimulating, barrier-supporting benefits of Laser Genesis.
Nd:YAG laser energy coagulates dilated blood vessels just beneath the surface, while Laser Genesis uses gentle heat to improve microcirculation and build dermal strength. This pairing is particularly helpful for patients with rosacea, chronic redness, or post-treatment flushing, providing effective, long-lasting relief by calming multiple sources of redness at the source.
For enhanced results, we recommend pairing laser redness relief therapy with the ZO Redness + Barrier Defense Kit, a clinical-grade at-home system designed to calm irritation and support skin repair.
This kit includes essential ZO products formulated with advanced peptides, botanicals, and barrier-reinforcing technology. It’s ideal for patients navigating redness, sensitivity, or a weakened skin barrier and works synergistically with your in-office treatment to extend the benefits at home.
Our team begins with a consultation to assess your goals, concerns, and skin condition to determine whether redness relief therapy with Nd:YAg + Laser Genesis is a good fit for you. Before the treatment, your provider will cleanse your skin and evaluate your sensitivity level.
The first step uses the Nd:YAG handpiece to gently target visible blood vessels and redness-prone areas. After this, we follow with Laser Genesis to stimulate collagen and encourage circulation. Most patients describe the treatment as very tolerable, with the laser creating a light snapping or warming sensation. We will apply a topical numbing cream beforehand and apply a cooling device to keep things comfortable. Most patients return to their regular routine right away while taking a few simple precautions to protect their newly treated skin.
Our redness relief therapy protocol is designed to help improve both the health and appearance of your skin, addressing concerns like:
What Are the Benefits of Redness Relief Therapy?
Our dual-treatment approach doesn’t just reduce visible redness. It helps your skin become more resilient over time. Benefits include:
Redness relief therapy is suitable for most skin types, especially if you are dealing with vascular redness, rosacea, or skin barrier disruption. We’ll tailor your session based on your skin tone, sensitivity level, and any topical products you’re using.
Patients with active breakouts, recent sunburns, or certain medications may need to delay treatment. Your consultation will help us create the safest, most effective approach.
There’s no significant recovery time after your session. Most patients experience a light warmth or mild pinkness for a few hours. Avoid direct sun exposure, hot environments, and harsh products for the first 24–48 hours. Your provider may recommend specific ZO Skin Health products to soothe and support your results.
Results appear gradually and improve with consistency. Most patients notice a reduction in redness within a few sessions, with the best outcomes seen after a series of treatments spaced several weeks apart.
The quantity of sessions depends on the severity of redness. We have treated patients at Camas Med Spa in as few as three sessions, but it can be upwards of 8 sessions if treating chronic, persistent rosacea. A consultation and careful monitoring are essential for the best results and to determine the number of sessions needed
Adding professional skincare, such as the ZO Barrier Defense Program, helps extend and enhance these effects. As redness diminishes, skin appears clearer, smoother, and more even. The laser energy also stimulates collagen production, helping to reduce fine lines and enhance skin firmness over time.
Our aestheticians recognized a growing need in our community, as many individuals struggle with redness, rosacea, irritation, and dryness, especially after the winters we experience here in the Pacific Northwest. In response, they took an educated, in-depth look at our existing treatments and products, and saw an opportunity to create something more targeted. That’s what inspired the development of our Redness Relief Therapy Program; a customized approach to restoring calm, comfort, and balance to your skin.
Most patients benefit from 3–8 sessions spaced about 4 weeks apart, depending on the severity of their redness and skin condition.
Yes, Redness Relief Therapy pairs well with treatments like facials or a custom ZO skincare plan. Your provider can help create a full routine for your needs.
Yes, these lasers are often used to manage mild to moderate rosacea symptoms. We’ll assess your skin’s condition and any ongoing redness symptoms and adjust the laser’s settings accordingly.
Avoid intense heat, sun exposure, and strong actives like retinol for at least 48 hours. Follow your provider’s post-treatment instructions for best results.
Did you know? "In surveys by the National Rosacea Society (NRS), nearly 90 percent of rosacea patients said this condition had lowered their self-confidence and self-esteem, and 41 percent reported it had caused them to avoid public contact or cancel social engagements. Among those with severe rosacea, nearly 88 percent said the disorder had adversely affected their professional interactions, and nearly 51 percent said they had even missed work because of their condition. The good news is that well over 70 percent reported medical treatment had improved their emotional and social well-being."
