Why CoolPeel is the CO₂ Laser Skin Resurfacing Treatment Everyone’s Talking About
The Tetra CO₂ laser is one of the most advanced skin resurfacing treatments available — and it’s backed by major industry recognition. Voted Best CO₂ Laser Treatment by NewBeauty for three years in a row (2023, 2024, 2025) and awarded Best Energy-Based Device by the AMWC Aesthetic Awards in 2024, this technology is trusted by top providers around the world.
This cosmetic procedure helps improve fine lines, sun damage, large pores, acne scars, and uneven skin tone. With its cutting-edge technology, your provider can adjust the strength of the treatment based on your skin goals and how much downtime you prefer.
Whether you're looking for a light skin refresh or more dramatic results, Tetra CO₂ laser treatments are flexible, effective, and designed to fit your lifestyle. It’s one of our top picks for clients who want real, long-lasting skin rejuvenation with minimal recovery time.
What is CO₂ Laser Treatment?
The Tetra CO₂ is the most advanced fractional ablative laser platform on the market today. It uses a precise beam of energy to remove damaged skin and boost collagen production — the key protein that keeps skin firm, smooth, and youthful.
What makes Tetra different from older CO₂ lasers is its customization. With settings that range from light to intensive resurfacing, your treatment can be tailored to target anything from dullness and dark spots to deeper wrinkles and scarring — all with one powerful device.
CoolPeel for Radiant Skin
CoolPeel is the signature setting of the Tetra laser — and it's only available through this platform, exclusively distributed by Cartessa Aesthetics. Unlike traditional CO₂ lasers, CoolPeel uses a special H-Pulse to deliver high energy in short bursts, preventing heat damage to the surrounding tissue. This advanced approach reduces inflammation and downtime while still delivering dramatic skin-smoothing results.
With just 1–3 days of social downtime, CoolPeel is ideal for those who want clearer, brighter, more youthful skin without missing a beat.
What Does CO₂ Lasers Treat?
Laser skin resurfacing treatment can improve many common skin concerns, including:
Fine lines + wrinkles
Uneven skin tone
Rough or bumpy texture
Sun damage + age spots
Acne scars
Enlarged pores
Laxity in the lower face + jawline
Depending on your skin and goals, we may recommend a lighter CoolPeel treatment or a deeper fractional or full-field ablative session for more dramatic resurfacing.
Combining Tetra + RF Microneedling: The Ultimate Skin Reset
For the best results, we recommend pairing CoolPeel with RF Microneedling. Together, these two powerhouse treatments work to:
CoolPeel resurfaces the skin’s surface, improving tone, texture, and pigment.
RF Microneedling targets the deeper layers, tightening skin, stimulating collagen, and reducing scarring from the inside out.
By treating both the surface and deeper layers of the skin, this combination boosts collagen production and helps reduce fine lines, uneven texture, and other signs of aging. Results continue to improve over time as your skin repairs and rebuilds from within.
Whether we stack both treatments in one visit (with the right prep and timing) or spread them out over multiple sessions, this powerful duo is ideal for anyone serious about long-term skin health, radiance, and results.
What Does Laser Treatment Feel Like?
Before your laser treatment, we’ll apply a numbing cream to keep you comfortable. Most people say it feels warm and a little prickly — kind of like a mild sunburn. How it feels depends on the strength of the treatment. Light options like CoolPeel® are usually easy and well-tolerated with minimal discomfort.
What’s the Downtime?
CoolPeel treatments typically involve 1–3 days of mild redness, like a light sunburn. You may also experience some dryness or rough texture as your skin renews.
For more intensive treatments — or when paired with RF Microneedling — you may experience 3–7 days of redness, swelling, and flaking as your skin regenerates and rebuilds. We’ll give you a full aftercare guide and custom skincare plan to support a smooth recovery.
When Will I See Results?
You’ll notice smoother, more luminous skin within the first four weeks — especially with lighter treatments. With deeper resurfacing or combination therapy, improvements continue to develop over 3–6 months as collagen rebuilds and skin structure improves.
How Much Does CO₂ Laser Treatment Cost?
At our Nashville medspa, CO₂ laser treatments with the Tetra PRO and CoolPeel® are priced based on the area being treated and the intensity of your treatment plan. Whether you're looking for a light refresh or more advanced resurfacing, we offer flexible options to fit your goals and budget.
CoolPeel® Pricing
Face: $800 per session
Neck: $1,000 per session
Chest: $1,200 per session
We also offer discounted packages for clients who want the best results with a full series.
Package of 3 (10% off):
Face: $2,160
Neck: $2,700
Chest: $3,240
Add RF Microneedling Package for 20% off:
Face: $1,920
Neck: $2,400
Chest: $2,880
All treatments are performed by our expert injector and skin health specialist. If you're looking for a trusted Nashville CO₂ laser provider, we offer free consultations to help you decide if CoolPeel or a more intensive Tetra treatment is right for you.
Skin Type, Skin Tone, and CO₂ Laser Treatments
CO₂ laser resurfacing is best suited for clients with light to medium skin tones (Fitzpatrick I–III) and moderate to advanced skin concerns. RF Microneedling can be used more broadly across skin types and pairs beautifully with Tetra for more comprehensive results.
Not sure what’s best for your skin? That’s exactly what our free medspa consultations are for — we’ll assess your skin, listen to your goals, and map out a treatment plan that works for your timeline, budget, and comfort level.
Ready to Try CO₂ Laser Resurfacing?
Book your free consultation today and let’s create a customized plan built just for you. Whether you’re exploring lasers for the first time or ready for a full skin reset, we’re here to help you look and feel your best — confidently and naturally.