Hollywood Carbon Laser Peel (Spectra)

Carbon particles absorb 1064nm laser energy, exfoliating the top layer and delivering controlled thermal stimulation deeper. The treatment removes superficial dead cells, reduces sebum, and triggers mild collagen remodeling.

Carbon paste application feels sticky. The laser 'popping' sound is the carbon particles vaporising — not painful, slightly warm. Mild redness for 1–2 hours afterward, glowing skin within 24 hours. A course of 4–6 treatments 2–4 weeks apart delivers more durable results.

The carbon laser peel (commonly marketed as 'Hollywood Peel' or 'China Doll Peel') is a Nd:YAG laser procedure. A thin layer of activated carbon paste is applied to the face; the laser targets the carbon particles, which absorb laser energy and create mild thermal exfoliation while also heating the underlying dermis enough to stimulate collagen response. The treatment earned its 'Hollywood' nickname because it became the go-to 30-minute pre-red-carpet refresh in LA clinics in the 2010s. Modest but real evidence for brightening, pore tightening, and mild acne scarring over 4–6 treatment courses. Not as strong as fractional resurfacing, but almost no downtime — which is the entire point.