What does Solaria CO2 actually treat?

Solaria CO2 is most effective for sun damage, fine lines and wrinkles, uneven skin tone and texture, acne scars, surgical scars, enlarged pores, and overall skin laxity. It's a true resurfacing treatment, meaning it works at a deeper level than most other in-office options.

How is Solaria CO2 different from Morpheus8 Burst?

Both are powerful skin-rejuvenation tools, but they work differently. Morpheus8 Burst uses radiofrequency energy delivered through tiny needles to remodel collagen deep in the skin — it's best for laxity and texture. Solaria CO2 uses laser energy on the surface to resurface and even out tone, sun damage, and scars. Many clients use both as part of a comprehensive plan; we'll help you decide what's right at your consultation.

Is Solaria CO2 painful?

Most clients tolerate it well with topical numbing applied for 30–45 minutes before treatment. You'll feel warmth and a pinpoint sensation during the procedure, but it's significantly more comfortable than the older full-field CO2 lasers. Comfort settings are customizable.

How long is the downtime?

Plan for 5–7 days of social downtime. You'll experience redness, mild swelling, and skin sloughing during the first week, with most of the visible recovery resolving by day 7. We send you home with everything you need to heal beautifully.

How many treatments will I need?

Most clients see significant results from a single Solaria CO2 session. Depending on your goals and the depth selected, some clients benefit from a series of 2–3 sessions spaced 3–4 months apart for more dramatic resurfacing. We'll build a plan tailored to your goals at your consultation.

Am I a good candidate for Solaria CO2?

Most healthy adults with sun damage, fine lines, scarring, or texture concerns are candidates. We screen carefully for skin tone (Fitzpatrick I–IV typically work best), active skin conditions, history of cold sores, and current medications. The free consultation is where we confirm fit — and we'll be honest if something else would serve you better.

Oswego, IL · Kendall County

Solaria CO2 Laser Resurfacing in Oswego, IL

The most advanced fractional CO2 laser available — and the only one in the western Chicago suburbs.

Solaria CO2 is InMode's flagship fractional CO2 laser — the kind of skin resurfacing technology you used to only find at university medical centers. It rebuilds collagen, evens skin tone, softens deep lines, and resurfaces scars and sun damage in ways no topical product can match. We're the only practice between Aurora, Naperville, and Plainfield offering it.

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Performed by our team. Medical oversight by Ryan Kent, FNP-BC (Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, on site 7 days a week).

Owner & Founder: Danielle Alcala-Glazier — Licensed Esthetician, Phlebotomist, CMAA, CNA (RN in progress). 10+ years at this practice.

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Why Hello Gorgeous for Solaria CO2

✓The only Solaria CO2 in Oswego, Naperville, Aurora, or Plainfield — we made the investment so you don't have to drive into the city
✓Performed in-office by our medical team with Ryan Kent, FNP-BC overseeing every protocol
✓Customizable from gentle 'glow' settings to deep resurfacing in one platform — we tailor depth to your skin and goals
✓Comfortable settings available — we use topical numbing and can adjust intensity to match your tolerance
✓Verified InMode Provider — backed by manufacturer training and clinical protocols

What is Solaria CO2? How it works

Solaria CO2 works by delivering precise columns of fractional CO2 laser energy into the skin. Each microcolumn creates a controlled micro-injury surrounded by healthy tissue, which triggers your body's natural collagen and elastin response. The damaged surface skin sloughs off over 5–7 days, and the new skin underneath is smoother, more even in tone, and significantly firmer. Because the laser is fractional, only a percentage of the skin is treated in each session — which is why downtime is dramatically shorter than the full-field CO2 lasers of 15 years ago, while results remain dramatic. Most clients see visible improvement in tone and texture after a single treatment, with continued collagen remodeling for up to 6 months.

Pricing & packages

Solaria CO2 pricing starts from $1,200 per session and varies by area treated and depth selected. Most clients see ideal results from a single session, though more aggressive resurfacing may benefit from a series. We give you exact pricing at your free consultation — no surprises, no upsells.

What to expect at your appointment

Free consultation with our team to assess your skin, discuss goals, and confirm Solaria CO2 is the right fit. We never recommend a treatment a client doesn't need.
Pre-treatment: topical numbing applied for 30–45 minutes to maximize comfort. We walk you through every step before we start.
Treatment: the procedure itself takes 20–45 minutes depending on the area treated. You'll feel warmth and pinpoint sensation; most clients describe it as very manageable.
Recovery: 5–7 days of social downtime with redness, mild swelling, and skin sloughing. We send you home with a complete post-care kit and check in throughout your healing.
Follow-up: a complimentary check-in around day 14, with continued improvement visible for 3–6 months as collagen rebuilds.

Frequently asked questions

What does Solaria CO2 actually treat?: Solaria CO2 is most effective for sun damage, fine lines and wrinkles, uneven skin tone and texture, acne scars, surgical scars, enlarged pores, and overall skin laxity. It's a true resurfacing treatment, meaning it works at a deeper level than most other in-office options.
How is Solaria CO2 different from Morpheus8 Burst?: Both are powerful skin-rejuvenation tools, but they work differently. Morpheus8 Burst uses radiofrequency energy delivered through tiny needles to remodel collagen deep in the skin — it's best for laxity and texture. Solaria CO2 uses laser energy on the surface to resurface and even out tone, sun damage, and scars. Many clients use both as part of a comprehensive plan; we'll help you decide what's right at your consultation.
Is Solaria CO2 painful?: Most clients tolerate it well with topical numbing applied for 30–45 minutes before treatment. You'll feel warmth and a pinpoint sensation during the procedure, but it's significantly more comfortable than the older full-field CO2 lasers. Comfort settings are customizable.
How long is the downtime?: Plan for 5–7 days of social downtime. You'll experience redness, mild swelling, and skin sloughing during the first week, with most of the visible recovery resolving by day 7. We send you home with everything you need to heal beautifully.
How many treatments will I need?: Most clients see significant results from a single Solaria CO2 session. Depending on your goals and the depth selected, some clients benefit from a series of 2–3 sessions spaced 3–4 months apart for more dramatic resurfacing. We'll build a plan tailored to your goals at your consultation.
Am I a good candidate for Solaria CO2?: Most healthy adults with sun damage, fine lines, scarring, or texture concerns are candidates. We screen carefully for skin tone (Fitzpatrick I–IV typically work best), active skin conditions, history of cold sores, and current medications. The free consultation is where we confirm fit — and we'll be honest if something else would serve you better.

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