Excel V Laser Treatment for Your Best Skin

How Excel V Laser Treatment Works

The Cutera Excel V Laser is a best-in-class, non-invasive laser treatment that can address both surface and deep tissue skin problems, giving you clearer, more even skin. Excel V utilizes a dual laser beam that precisely targets areas of vascular concern on the face, chest, hands, neck, and legs.

What sets Excel V apart from other laser treatments is its capacity for customization. That, paired with Pure Dermatology’s individualized approach to each patient ensures a one-of-a-kind experience tailored to meet every person’s unique needs.

What Conditions Can the Excel V Laser Treat?

The cutting-edge technology behind the Excel V Laser also means it has an unmatched ability to treat numerous health and cosmetic concerns, including the following:

Excel V Laser & Rosacea

Rosacea is a skin condition that most commonly impacts people with fair skin in middle age. It causes facial flushing and redness and often leads to broken blood vessels along the cheeks, nose, and even down to the neck and chest. Excel V Laser treatment can eliminate these visible blood vessels and reduce the appearance of rosacea. It can also treat angiomas like cherry angioma, which causes small red bumps on the skin.

Excel V Laser for Broken Capillaries

Broken capillaries are actually dilated blood vessels that cluster beneath the skin, especially in areas where the skin is thin or fragile. While they typically do not cause any discomfort or health concerns, they are often noticeable and may lead to self-consciousness. The Excel V Laser can be used to treat broken capillaries in delicate areas, including around the eyes, nose, and cheeks.

Excel V Laser for Spider Veins

Spider veins and broken capillaries are essentially the same condition — telangiectasia — but the term is most often used to refer to swollen or burst blood vessels in the legs and hands. Spider veins, also known as varicose veins, can cause pain and cramping, especially in the legs. In these larger areas, the spider veins can become large and prominent, but the Excel V Laser can help reduce the appearance and eliminate some of the blood vessels.

Excel V Laser for Brown Spots

The Excel V Laser can treat numerous skin conditions that result in pigmented lesions, including brown spots, age spots, sun spots, port wine stains, and freckles. The pigment in these spots is reduced by the Excel V Laser, leaving patients with a clearer and more even skin tone.

Excel V Laser for Scars

If you have scarring from surgery and the redness has never faded, Excel V Laser treatment can help. It is also an approved treatment to reduce the appearance of acne scarring on the face and neck.

Benefits of Excel V Laser Treatment

Patients of Excel V Laser treatment report noticeable improvements in their skin, and say the effect is long-lasting. Other benefits of Excel V by Cutera include:

● Precision targeting of the affected area(s) for maximum results

● Minimal discomfort and very limited downtime

● Safe to use for all skin types and pigmentation levels

● Noticeable, long-lasting results in fewer sessions, as compared with other laser treatments like Vbeam

● Stimulates collagen production so skin appears healthier and younger

Is Excel V Laser Treatment Right for Me?

Anyone with pigmented skin lesions or vascular problems could be a candidate for Excel V Laser treatment. While it is not recommended for those with conditions exacerbated by light (lupus, meningitis, etc.) it is generally considered safe and effective for all skin types and pigments. 

4 Steps to Clearer Skin with Excel V

Whether your skin concerns have been there from birth or came about due to aging or other causes, Excel V Laser treatment can help you see your skin in a whole new light. And the process couldn’t be simpler. Here’s how it works:

Consultation

You’ll meet with one of our board certified dermatologists to create a plan that’s tailored to your unique needs, concerns, and budget. We’ll conduct a thorough skin evaluation, ask a lot of questions, and formulate a plan to achieve your treatment goals.

Preparation

Preparation for Excel V Laser treatment is minimal. We only ask that you avoid tanning in advance of your appointment, and forgo wearing any lotion, makeup, or perfume. Once you’re in the office, we’ll gently cleanse the area(s) to be treated.

Treatment

Excel V treatment is quick and easy. We’ll guide the laser over the treatment area to deliver targeted beams to the affected skin. There is usually no noticeable pain, but you may feel some minor discomfort, like a rubber band snapping against your skin.

Post-Treatment Care

Once the treatment is over, we’ll apply a soothing cream to the area. You may notice some mild swelling and redness at the treatment site, but this fades within a few hours up to a few days.

What Results Can I Expect After Excel V Treatment?

It’s important that you set expectations with your doctor before undergoing Excel V Laser treatment, as the outcome can vary from patient to patient. That’s why we bring in every patient for an in-depth consultation beforehand. We may decide, as part of your treatment plan, that you need multiple sessions to fully address your concerns. However, most of the time, patients notice the effects of the treatment within four weeks. If you need to return for follow-up treatments, you will likely space them 4-6 weeks apart, so you can see the progress in between. Results are long-lasting, but maintenance sessions may be suggested.

Excel V Before and After

See the impact Excel V Laser treatment can have on your skin, just as it has for these patients:

Typical Costs of Excel V Laser Treatment in Santa Monica

There isn’t an easy way to ballpark the cost for Excel V Laser treatment, as it is so unique to each patient and his/her individual needs. Pricing will vary based on the number of areas treated, the size of the area(s), and the number of sessions required. You’ll get more detailed information on pricing during your consultation, so you know exactly what to expect.

Preparing for Excel V Laser Treatment

You don’t need to do much to prepare for Excel V Laser treatment. You may be asked to avoid taking certain medications in the days leading up to the treatment, but that will be discussed during your consultation. We do ask that you avoid tanning in the days prior to treatment, and please come to the office with clean skin (no lotions, cosmetics, or fragrances).

Excel V Laser Recovery and Aftercare

One of the perks of Excel V Laser treatment is that recovery is quick and downtime is almost non-existent. You may experience minor swelling, redness, and discomfort after the procedure, so bear that in mind. However, in most cases, you’ll be able to immediately return to your normal routine. We do ask that you avoid strenuous exercise for a day or two. You’ll be given a soothing ointment to apply to the skin. We also recommend that you wear sunscreen when going outdoors, but try to avoid direct sun, saunas, hot tubs, and baths for a couple days.

Excel V Laser FAQ

Still have questions about Cutera Excel V Laser treatment? We’ve got answers!

How many sessions of Excel V treatment will I need?

The number of Excel V sessions you need will vary based on the number and size of the areas being treated. Small areas or lighter pigmentation may require only a session or two, while larger or multiple areas may be spread out over 3-5 sessions.

Is Excel V Laser treatment painful?

Excel V Laser treatment is not painful, but it may cause some discomfort. Patients say it sometimes feels like an elastic band snapping against their skin, but others say it feels more like running water.

What are the side effects of Excel V treatment?

There are very few side effects of Excel V treatment, but some patients may experience minor swelling and redness for a few hours up to a few days afterward. Rest assured this is temporary, and will fade.

How soon after Excel V Laser treatment will I see results?

You may see results once the side effects of Excel V Laser treatment fades, but most often, the full effect is seen by four weeks post-treatment. By that time, you should see a noticeable improvement in the condition of the skin.

Can I wear makeup after Excel V treatment?

You can wear makeup after Excel V treatment if you wish, but you may choose to avoid makeup until any minor swelling or redness subsides. It is important that you wear sunscreen after treatment, and avoid direct sun exposure.

Related Treatments

The goal for Excel V Laser treatment is to see noticeable results that are sustainable over time. After treatment, your doctor may recommend a program of skincare products or supplements designed to support the health of your skin, and to maximize your results.

Ready to Show Off Your Skin?

Don’t let redness, varicose veins, or pigmentation keep you covered up. Get the skin you were meant to have and feel better in it with Excel V Laser treatment at Pure Dermatology. We provide all the dermatological and cosmetic services you need in Santa Monica, Pacific Palisades, West LA, Culver City, Malibu, and Brentwood (LA). Get started and book your consultation appointment today!