Downtime for Halo is typically 3-7 days of bronzing and peeling.
The Contour TRL is a fully ablative Er:YAG laser that removes the outer skin layer with precision. It’s the heavier option — more downtime, more dramatic results. It’s well-suited for patients with deeper lines, significant sun damage or lax skin who want the most impactful result from a single treatment.
Downtime for Contour TRL is typically 7-14 days depending on the depth of treatment. Results are long-lasting with proper skin maintenance afterward.
The choice between Halo and Contour TRL depends on your skin concerns, your skin type and how much downtime you can accommodate. Halo is the more common starting point because it offers meaningful results with manageable recovery. Contour TRL is reserved for patients who want or need a more aggressive approach. Dr. Delaney will assess your skin in person and give you a clear recommendation.
Many patients achieve their goal in one Halo treatment, though a series of two is sometimes recommended for more significant concerns. Contour TRL is typically a single treatment. Maintenance treatments once a year or every other year help preserve results over time.
Laser treatments are often combined with BBL in the same session (the Halo + BBL ‘HERO’ combination is popular), and can be sequenced with injectables or microneedling. Timing and sequencing matter — the team will build a plan that makes sense for your skin.
Both Halo and Contour TRL can be used on a range of skin types, though darker skin tones require careful parameter adjustment to avoid pigmentation changes. Dr. Delaney will evaluate your Fitzpatrick skin type at your consultation and confirm whether laser is appropriate for you.
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