Laser Genesis (1064 nm)

In a sentence: Laser Genesis is a no-downtime 1064 nm treatment that gently heats the upper dermis to soften redness, smooth texture and minimise the look of pores for an easy “laser facial” glow.1

Who it’s best for

  • 20s–30s: maintenance glow, early redness, visible pores.
  • 40s–50s: gentle in-between polish; rosacea-type flushing support.
  • 60s: colour/texture tune-ups with essentially zero downtime.
  • Skin tones: 1064 nm is skin-of-colour-friendly when used properly.2

What it can do

  • Diffuse redness, soften flushing and fine capillaries.1
  • Smooth texture and improve the appearance of pores with repeated sessions.
  • Pairs well with IPL/BBL (colour) or 1927 nm fractional (texture/pigment).

What it can’t do

Not a pigment “spot zapper” like picosecond lasers, and won’t lift laxity; think polish, not overhaul.

Treatment & sessions

  • During: slow, sweeping passes create a warm sensation; full face ~20–30 minutes.3
  • How many: often a series of 4–6 spaced ~3–4 weeks; maintenance every 2–3 months as desired.4
  • When you see it: subtle glow after each visit; redness/texture improve cumulatively.

Healing time & aftercare

  • Downtime: essentially none—makeup can be worn right away.1
  • Aftercare: SPF, gentle skincare; avoid hot yoga/sauna the day of treatment.

Safety in deeper complexions (skin of colour)

1064 nm targets haemoglobin/water rather than melanin, making it suitable across tones when parameters are tailored.2

Possible side effects & complications

  • Common: temporary pinkness/warmth.3
  • Less common: transient swelling or acne bumping.
  • Rare: burns/PIH with incorrect parameters or recent sun.

How it compares

  • Versus IPL/BBL: IPL is stronger for brown/red colour; Genesis excels at diffuse redness + glow with no downtime.
  • Versus picosecond lasers: picos target discrete spots/ink; Genesis is broader and subtler.

At-a-glance

  • Best for: diffuse redness, pores, glow.
  • Sessions: 4–6 then maintenance.
  • Downtime: none.

References (open in new tab)

  1. Cutera — Laser Genesis
  2. AAD — Lasers/light patient info
  3. ASDS — Lasers & lights
  4. ASDS — Rosacea: lasers & light

Region notes: Commonly available in US/Canada/UK/EU/Australia.

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