Cutera Laser Genesis
A non-ablative 1064 nm laser that gently heats the skin to help improve redness, fine lines, texture and firmness.
What is Cutera Laser Genesis?
Cutera Laser Genesis is a non-ablative 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser that gently heats the skin to stimulate collagen and target superficial blood vessels. It helps improve redness, fine lines, texture and skin firmness. With a course of treatments, skin appears smoother, clearer and more rejuvenated.
At a glance
- Treatment time
- 30–45 min
- Downtime
- Minimal to no downtime
- Sessions
- 3–6 sessions
- Indications
- Redness, vascular concerns, fine lines, skin texture & skin rejuvenation
- Price
- $199
What skin concerns can Cutera Laser Genesis improve?
- 01Diffuse facial redness
- 02Rosacea-related redness
- 03Visible small blood vessels and vascular concerns
- 04Fine lines and early signs of ageing
- 05Uneven skin tone
- 06Enlarged pores
- 07Acne scarring and certain types of superficial scarring
- 08Dull or tired-looking skin
- 09Overall skin quality and radiance
What is involved in Cutera Laser Genesis treatment?
Treatment begins with a gentle cleanse of the skin to prepare the treatment area. Your clinician will assess your skin and treatment goals before selecting the appropriate treatment settings.
The Laser Genesis handpiece is then systematically passed over the treatment area, delivering controlled laser energy into the deeper layers of the skin.
The treatment produces a gradual warming sensation as the dermis is gently heated. Most patients describe the sensation as comfortable and similar to a warm facial or gentle heat applied to the skin.
The treatment is non-ablative, meaning the surface of the skin remains intact. Mild, temporary erythema and warmth may occur following treatment but generally settle relatively quickly.
How can Cutera Laser Genesis improve your skin concerns?
The 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser delivers controlled thermal energy into the dermis. This gentle heating stimulates the skin's natural collagen remodelling processes, helping support improvements in firmness, texture and the appearance of fine lines over time.
The laser can also interact with small superficial blood vessels, making Laser Genesis particularly useful for reducing the appearance of diffuse redness and certain vascular concerns.
With a course of treatments, the cumulative effect can result in skin that appears smoother, clearer, more even and revitalised.
Results develop progressively as the skin undergoes collagen remodelling and vascular changes.
How to prepare for Cutera Laser Genesis treatment
Laser Genesis requires minimal preparation. To help minimise irritation and support the best possible outcome:
- 01
Protect from the sun
Avoid excessive sun exposure and tanning before your treatment. Apply a broad-spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen daily.
- 02
Pause active skincare
Avoid irritating active skincare products, including retinoids and strong exfoliating acids, for the period recommended by your clinician.
- 03
Space out other treatments
Avoid aggressive skin treatments such as deep chemical peels, ablative laser treatments or other resurfacing procedures shortly before Laser Genesis unless advised by your clinician.
- 04
Arrive with clean skin
Arrive with clean skin, free from makeup, creams and other skincare products in the treatment area.
- 05
Share your history
Inform your clinician about any medications, skincare products, recent cosmetic treatments or changes in your skin.
- 06
Flag any skin changes
If you have active irritation, infection, cold sores, open skin or an unexplained lesion in the treatment area, inform your clinician before treatment.
- 07
No recent tanning
Avoid treatment over recently tanned skin and inform your clinician of any significant recent sun exposure.
Your clinician will assess your skin and treatment goals before proceeding and provide personalised preparation instructions where required.
Book a consultation
After your treatment
Following Laser Genesis, most patients can return to their normal activities immediately.
Apply broad-spectrum SPF 50+ and minimise direct sun exposure.
Keep your skin well hydrated with gentle, non-irritating skincare.
Avoid strong active ingredients and exfoliation until your skin has returned to normal or as advised by your clinician.
Avoid excessive heat, including saunas, steam rooms and very hot showers, immediately after treatment if your skin feels warm or sensitive.
Avoid picking, rubbing or aggressively cleansing the treated area.
Mild redness and warmth may occur and generally settle within a short period.
Follow any individualised aftercare instructions provided by your clinician.
What can be done to complement Cutera Laser Genesis?
Frequently asked questions.
Anything not covered here is best discussed in your consultation.
Laser Genesis is generally a very comfortable treatment. Most patients describe a gradual warming sensation as the laser gently heats the skin. Some areas may feel warmer than others, but anaesthetic is generally not required.
Laser Genesis is a non-ablative treatment with minimal to no downtime. Mild redness and warmth may occur following treatment and usually settle relatively quickly.
Because the surface of the skin remains intact, most patients can return to work and normal daily activities immediately following treatment.
Some patients notice an improvement in skin radiance and overall appearance following their first treatment. However, the collagen-remodelling effects develop progressively.
A course of treatments is generally recommended to achieve cumulative improvements in skin texture, firmness, redness and overall skin quality.
Laser Genesis can be used to reduce the appearance of diffuse redness and certain rosacea-related vascular concerns.
The 1064 nm Nd:YAG wavelength gently heats the dermis and can target superficial vascular structures. A series of treatments may be recommended depending on the severity and type of redness.
Laser Genesis may improve diffuse redness and smaller vascular concerns. However, individual or more prominent visible vessels may respond better to a dedicated vascular laser treatment like our Cutera Excel V+ treatments.
Your clinician will assess the vessels and surrounding skin to determine the most appropriate treatment approach.
Laser Genesis can help improve the appearance and texture of some acne scars by stimulating collagen remodelling within the skin.
The degree of improvement depends on the type, depth and severity of the scarring. More pronounced acne scarring may benefit from a combination treatment approach.
Yes. Most patients can return to work and normal activities immediately following treatment.
The skin may appear mildly pink or feel warm for a short period, but there is generally no significant disruption to your day.
Laser Genesis can be suitable for a wide range of skin types and tones. However, individual suitability depends on factors including your skin type, current skin condition, medications, recent sun exposure, medical history and treatment goals.
A consultation and skin assessment are recommended before treatment.
The number of treatments varies depending on your skin concerns and desired outcome. A course of 3–6 treatments is commonly recommended, followed by maintenance treatments where appropriate.
Your clinician will develop an individualised treatment schedule based on your skin assessment.
Yes. The controlled thermal energy delivered by the 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser gently heats the dermis and stimulates collagen-remodelling processes.
Over time, this can contribute to improvements in skin firmness, texture and the appearance of fine lines.
Yes. Laser Genesis is often used as a skin-quality treatment rather than targeting just one concern. By combining collagen stimulation with improvement in diffuse redness and vascular appearance, a course of treatments can help the skin appear smoother, more even, clearer and revitalised.
Before & after photos.
Individual results vary. Suitability and expected outcomes are discussed in consultation.
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Pricing.
All pricing- Cutera Laser Genesis
- $199
Assessment comes first.
Book a consultation- Nothing on this page is a diagnosis, and no treatment is recommended before you have been seen.
- Suitability depends on your skin, your history and your medications, which is what the consultation is for.
- If a concern is changing, painful, bleeding or new, have it assessed by a doctor rather than treated cosmetically.
