Moxi utilizes non-ablative laser technology to stimulate collagen production, addressing pigmentation issues and refining skin texture. The gentle yet effective approach promotes a natural healing process for radiant and revitalized skin.
Moxi Skin Resurfacing in San Antonio
Moxi Laser Resurfacing
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Category
Skin Care
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What Moxi Treats
Pigmentation Issues
Uneven skin tone
Uneven texture
Improves Melasma
Frown lines
Acne scarring
Dark spots
Sun damage
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Downtime
Expect a burning sensation immediately after the treatment similar to a sunburn, usually going away after a couple of hours. Expect redness and swelling for approximately 1 to 3 days. Makeup can be worn 24 hours after treatment.
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Treatments Needed
3 to 4
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Results of Sciton's Moxi
Notice radiant skin in as little as 5-7 days with the Moxi laser treatment, offering swift and visible results after each session.
Radiant Transformation with Moxi
Achieve radiant, luminous skin with Moxi, Sciton’s cutting-edge laser treatment available at Marcos Medical Aesthetics & Wellness in San Antonio. Moxi’s innovative non-ablative technology goes beyond conventional approaches, revitalizing your complexion by effectively addressing pigmentation concerns and refining skin texture.
Indulge in the promise of a radiant transformation as Moxi delivers noticeable results within 5-7 days. This quick, comfortable, and safe procedure boasts minimal downtime, allowing you to seamlessly integrate this skincare solution into your busy lifestyle.
At Marcos Medical Aesthetics & Wellness, we understand that beauty is personal. That’s why Moxi is customized to individual needs, ensuring a tailored experience that harmonizes innovation and beauty. Unleash the potential of your skin with Moxi—a key to a youthful, glowing, and revitalized complexion.
Get ahead of the aging process in a simple, sustainable way that really works. Younger patients in their 20s and 30s increasingly turn to non-ablative laser treatments for what the industry calls prejuvenation, using preventive treatments to slow the visible signs of aging before they fully set in. Living in South Texas means enduring year-round UV exposure that builds up over time. Starting a Moxi treatment series early helps protect and maintain the skin you already have.
Benefits of Laser Resurfacing in San Antonio
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Improved Skin Texture
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Reduce or Remove Fine Lines & Wrinkles
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Customizable to your skin type
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Minimally Invasive
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Improved Skin Reflectivity and Glow
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Removal of Discoloration
Schedule Your Appointment
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How Moxi works
- Discover a new era in skincare with Moxi, Sciton’s groundbreaking laser treatment. Moxi’s non-ablative technology gently targets pigmentation issues and enhances skin texture, providing a transformative experience for those seeking radiant, revitalized skin. This innovative approach ensures remarkable results with minimal downtime, setting Moxi apart as a leader in advanced and personalized skincare solutions.
- The key to Moxi’s effectiveness lies in its ability to stimulate collagen production without ablating the skin’s surface. This forward-thinking technique not only guarantees optimal results but also ensures a comfortable and safe procedure. Moxi stands out for its adaptability, constantly monitoring skin temperature in real-time to provide a personalized and dynamic treatment experience, promoting both safety and efficacy.
- Moxi is more than a skincare treatment; it’s a versatile solution tailored to address a spectrum of skin concerns. Your practitioner can customize the intensity of the treatment, addressing fine lines, wrinkles, sun damage, and more. With Moxi, you’re not just achieving a youthful glow; you’re embracing radiant, renewed skin that reflects your unique beauty. Experience the Moxi difference—a seamlessly integrated treatment with a duration that aligns with your schedule, allowing you to enjoy the benefits of advanced skincare without disrupting your daily life.
What Makes Moxi Laser Different?
Moxi is a non-ablative fractional laser built on Sciton’s platform, the same manufacturer behind Halo and BBL HERO. What sets Moxi apart from both is its accessibility: it’s powerful enough to deliver real results, yet gentle enough for virtually every skin type and tone, every time of year.
Most laser treatments require patients to avoid sun exposure before and after sessions, which can make year-round treatment difficult in San Antonio’s climate. Moxi’s non-ablative approach means it can be performed safely in any season. This makes all the difference for patients who want to maintain their results without working around the calendar.
The device also monitors skin temperature in real time throughout the session, continuously adjusting to keep your skin in the optimal treatment range. As for overall versatility, Moxi addresses a wide range of concerns that tend to occur alongside each other: sun damage and hyperpigmentation, uneven texture, early fine lines, melasma and acne scarring. Rather than needing separate treatments for each issue, a single Moxi session can meaningfully improve all of them at once. For patients juggling busy schedules, that kind of efficiency matters.
At Marcos Medical Aesthetics & Wellness, we offer the full Sciton laser lineup, including Moxi, Halo and the Juliet Facial. Our team can match you to the right device rather than fitting every patient into the same treatment. Sara Mohammed, PA-C, and the rest of our aesthetics team use VISIA Skin Analysis to evaluate your skin objectively before making any recommendations. The result is a treatment plan grounded in what your skin actually needs, not a cookie-cutter protocol.
Am I a Candidate for Moxi Laser?
Most adults who are bothered by pigmentation concerns, uneven skin tone, sun damage or early signs of aging are strong candidates for Moxi. Because it doesn’t remove the outer layer of skin, Moxi has a broader candidacy profile than more aggressive laser treatments.
You may be a good fit for Moxi if you are dealing with any of the following:
- Sunspots, dark spots or discoloration from years of UV exposure
- Melasma or other forms of hyperpigmentation
- Uneven skin tone or dullness that skincare products haven’t resolved
- Mild to moderate acne scarring or post-inflammatory pigmentation
- Fine lines and early texture changes
- A desire to maintain your current skin quality through regular preventive treatments
Moxi is also well-suited for patients who want results without significant downtime. The recovery window is minimal; most patients experience redness and warmth for one to three days. Makeup can typically be applied within 24 hours. For anyone with a full schedule who can’t afford a week of visible healing, that’s a significant advantage over ablative alternatives.
If you are pregnant, have active skin infections or take certain photosensitizing medications, your provider will discuss whether Moxi is appropriate or whether a different approach would make more sense. This is why we start every patient journey with a thorough consultation; nothing is assumed and your treatment is based on your actual health picture.
The best way to find out whether Moxi is right for you is to come in and talk through it. Our free consultations include a VISIA Skin Analysis so your provider has a clear, objective starting point before making any recommendations.
Moxi for Sun Damage in San Antonio
San Antonio averages more than 220 sunny days per year, which means cumulative UV exposure is a real and ongoing concern for patients across all age groups. Sun damage doesn’t always show up immediately; it tends to accumulate over years and then appear all at once as dark spots, uneven tone and a general loss of skin clarity.
Moxi is one of the most effective tools available for reversing this kind of photodamage without requiring aggressive treatment or extended downtime. Its 1927nm thulium wavelength is specifically absorbed by water in the skin, allowing it to penetrate the dermis and target the excess melanin responsible for discoloration. As those damaged cells work their way to the surface and shed, fresher, more evenly toned skin is revealed beneath.
For patients in San Antonio who spend significant time outdoors, Moxi is also a strong maintenance tool. A series of treatments followed by periodic maintenance sessions can help offset the ongoing effects of sun exposure, keeping your skin looking its best year-round. Our skin care team can help you build a realistic, manageable plan that fits your lifestyle and your goals.
Place Your Trust in Us
Marcos Medical Aesthetics & Wellness has provided exceptional results for thousands across the San Antonio area.
Part of what separates us is our commitment to constant improvement through cutting-edge treatments and the most advanced medical & aesthetics technology available.
But what truly makes us unique is our dedicated and highly trained staff. Instead of treating people as another appointment on the schedule, we take the time to build relationships and earn their trust. We firmly believe that the best possible outcomes only happen through patient-focused care—which means emphasizing compassion and collaboration from start to finish.
Your Consultation With VISIA
Going Deeper For Better Skin Care
Marcos Medical Aesthetics & Wellness is proud to offer the VISIA Skin Analysis System to help improve aesthetic and skincare consultations. Using a multi-point positioning system—which rotates around the patient—and live image overlay, our providers can capture facial images and better track aesthetic progress over time.
During your first visit, we will assess your skin’s overall health using the VISIA device. During subsequent appointments, we’ll use it to better understand your unique skincare need and track the progression of your treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Moxi
Moxi is known for its gentle and comfortable treatment experience. A topical numbing cream is often applied before the procedure to minimize discomfort, and some practitioners use cooling air during treatment.
On average, a Moxi treatment session for the face takes approximately 12-15 minutes, excluding numbing time. It’s designed to be a quick and convenient procedure that can fit into busy schedules.
Noticeable results can typically be seen within 5-7 days after a Moxi treatment. The skin may appear red initially, and micro-dots known as “mends” may be visible, but these will slough off between days 3 and 5, revealing renewed skin beneath.
The number of Moxi treatments depends on individual goals and the level of correction desired. Most patients receive 3 to 4 corrective treatments, followed by regular maintenance sessions. Your practitioner will customize a plan based on your specific needs.
Yes, Moxi can be combined with other treatments, such as BBL HERO, for more powerful and visible results. Your provider can discuss and recommend a combination that best suits your skincare goals.
Yes, Moxi works beautifully on all skin types, including darker skin tones. If you have specific concerns related to your skin tone, your Moxi provider can address them during a consultation.
Both Moxi and Halo are Sciton laser treatments, but they work differently and suit different patient goals. Moxi is non-ablative, meaning it leaves the surface of the skin intact while targeting the deeper layers. This translates to minimal downtime and a gentler experience, which is ideal for patients with mild to moderate concerns or those who want a maintenance-oriented approach. Halo, by contrast, is a hybrid fractional laser that combines both ablative and non-ablative wavelengths in a single pass.
Yes, Moxi can be an effective part of a melasma treatment plan. Its non-ablative wavelength targets excess melanin without generating the level of heat that can sometimes trigger a rebound in melasma-prone skin. That said, melasma is a chronic condition influenced by hormonal factors and UV exposure, so managing it typically requires a combination of in-office treatment and a consistent at-home skincare and sun-protection routine.
Yes, which is one of Moxi’s most practical advantages for patients in San Antonio. Because it is non-ablative and does not remove the top layer of skin, Moxi can be performed safely in any season, including summer. Many ablative and more aggressive laser treatments require patients to avoid significant sun exposure before and after sessions, making warm-weather scheduling difficult. With Moxi, you can maintain a consistent treatment schedule and sun protection routine without having to pause during peak Texas summer months.
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