A BBL laser treatment, also known as Broadband light therapy, uses intense pulses of light—not an actual laser—to target skin concerns like sun damage, redness, and uneven tone. This treatment refreshes your complexion without the recovery time of more invasive options.
At a Glance
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Locations Offered
Burlington, Chapel Hill
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Anesthetic
Yes
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Length of Treatment Session
45 minutes
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Number of Sessions Needed
3 to 5
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Downtime
None
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Recovery Time
None
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Initial Results Seen In
Immediately2 to 4 weeks
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Results Duration
6 to 12 months
BBL Laser
Illuminate Your Complexion
A Skin Transformation
Shed some light on your skin with Broadband light (BBL) therapy. Though often called BBL laser, it actually isn’t a laser at all. This treatment uses pulses of light energy to target multiple skin concerns. It works by delivering controlled light into the skin, where it gently heats the upper layers. This heat stimulates skin cell regeneration and encourages your body to produce new collagen and elastin.
Over time, BBL can treat a number of concerns while improving overall skin health. Because the light targets pigment and vascular changes without harming surrounding tissue, most people experience little to no downtime. BBL is often called one of the most effective light-based treatments for maintaining youthful, healthy-looking skin long-term.
What It Treats:
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Sun damage
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Age spots
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Rosacea
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Redness
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Broken capillaries
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Uneven tone
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Acne
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Fine lines
Consultation
Treatment
Results
Where Confidence Begins
Take the first step toward feeling more like you—refreshed, radiant, and confident in your skin.
Instead of focusing a single wavelength like a laser, BBL delivers a broad spectrum of light. This light penetrates your skin at multiple depths, stimulating collagen, targeting pigment, and improving redness for a healthier, more even appearance.
No, it shouldn’t be painful. Most patients describe BBL laser sessions as mildly warm or like quick snaps from a rubber band. Your provider uses a topical anesthetic and cooling technology to keep you comfortable.
BBL laser treatments work best on lighter skin tones. Your provider will assess your skin to ensure safe, effective treatment without risk of hyperpigmentation.
Some people notice brighter skin within days. Pigmented spots may darken before flaking away, revealing a more even tone.
For the best outcome, most patients schedule 3 to 5 treatments spaced several weeks apart.
No, you shouldn’t need to take any downtime.You can usually return to your day immediately, though you may notice mild redness or temporary darkening of pigment spots.
BBL laser technology uses broad-spectrum light, giving it the ability to target multiple skin concerns in one session—such as pigmentation, redness, and texture issues—while remaining gentle enough for regular use.
It’s versatile, customizable, and safe for many skin types. Plus, it stimulates collagen production beneath the surface, so your skin doesn’t just look better immediately—it continues to improve in the weeks following treatment.
Yes. A single BBL laser session can address pigmentation, redness, and texture all at once by adjusting the light’s settings to target different concerns.
Absolutely. Many patients pair BBL laser treatments with facials, microneedling, or skincare products for enhanced and longer-lasting results.
