Fraxel Fractionated Laser: The Lighter Laser Treatment for Rejuvenation, Scars, and Stretch Marks
Fraxel Fractionated Laser is a non-invasive skin rejuvenation treatment that uses 2 wavelengths of laser to target damaged skin cells. It’s a great option for individuals looking to improve sundamage, scars, stretch marks, and other skin imperfections without undergoing invasive surgical procedures. Dr Shobhan Manoharan developed some of the early protocols and parameters for Fraxel in Australia, to allow for versatile treatment for patients with minimal downtime.
What is Fraxel?
Fraxel is known as a “non-ablative” laser treatment that uses 2 wavelenghts of light to drill microcolumns in the skin, without “burning” the surface of the skin and leaving the surrounding skin unaffected. This fractionated laser treatment is an excellent option for people who want to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars, surgical scars, and stretch marks without undergoing invasive surgery. It is also very useful in the treatment of patients with sundamage, pigmentation and pre-cancerous “sunspots” (solar keratoses). Fraxel Fractionated Laser is a great option for people who want to see visible rejuvenation with minimal downtime.
How Does Fraxel Work?
Fraxel works by creating microscopic injuries to the skin, which triggers the body’s natural healing process. The laser targets the damaged skin cells, stimulating the production of collagen, which helps to plump up and rejuvenate the skin. This treatment is delivered using a specialized handpiece, which delivers the laser energy in a precise and controlled manner, ensuring that only the targeted areas of skin are affected. The treatment typically takes between 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the size of the treatment area.

Dr Shobhan Manoharan’s Use of Fraxel
Dr Manoharan has been using Fraxel for years to help his patients achieve healthier, more youthful-looking skin. Dr Manoharan is an expert in using this treatment for a variety of skin conditions, including:
- Scars – Fraxel is an excellent option for treating mild to moderate scars, including acne scars, surgical scars, and other types of scars. This treatment can help to reduce the appearance of scars and improve the overall texture and tone of the skin.
- Stretch Marks – Fraxel is also an excellent option for treating stretch marks. This treatment can help to improve the appearance of stretch marks and promote the growth of healthy skin cells, leading to smoother, more even-looking skin.
- Rejuvenation – Fraxel is a great option for individuals looking to rejuvenate their skin. This treatment can help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin texture and tone, and promote the growth of healthy skin cells. It also improves the changes associated with sundamage, including sunspots, pigmentation, textural change and wrinkles.
Benefits of Fraxel
There are many benefits to using Fraxel as a skin rejuvenation treatment. Some of the most notable benefits include:
- Reduced Downtime – Fraxel Fractionated Laser is a non-ablative laser, meaning that there is no surgery and relatively low down-time. Downtime can vary between 24 hours and 1 week depending on how intensive the treatment is, but healing is more like a light sun-burn than a burn, and patients may be able to wear makeup and return to work within a few days.
- Safe and Effective – Fraxel is one of the first fractional laser technologies, and has a long track record of reproducible results and safety. Regardless, when Dr Manoharan prescribes Fraxel for you, you will be treated by one of his nurses or therapists who have been personally trained ans supervised by him, and also be prescribed a bespoke regimen of skin care and prescriptions to minimise risks of complications and optimise results.
- Customizable Treatment – Fraxel is a highly customizable treatment that can be tailored to each patient’s unique needs. The treatment can be adjusted to target specific areas of the skin, making it a great option for people with a variety of skin concerns.
- Improved Skin Texture and Tone – Fraxel can help to improve the texture and tone of the skin, leaving it looking smoother and more even. This treatment can also help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, giving the skin a more youthful appearance.
- Long-Lasting Results – The results of Fraxel treatments can last for months or even years, making it a great option for people who want to achieve long-lasting improvements in their skin.
Is Fraxel Fractionated Laser Right for You?
If you’re looking for a non-invasive, customizable treatment option to improve the appearance of scars, stretch marks, fine lines and wrinkles, or overall skin texture and tone, Fraxel may be right for you. Dr Manoharan or one of his team of nurses and therapists can guide you in regards to this.