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TECHNOLOGY COMPARISON

Fraxel DUAL (Solta Medical) vs HALO (Sciton)

Comparing the two most famous fractional laser systems: Non-ablative 1550/1927nm vs Hybrid Fractional (Ablative + Non-Ablative).

Fraxel DUAL (Solta Medical)

Pros

  • ✓Dual 1550nm (texture) and 1927nm (pigment) wavelengths
  • ✓Over 15 years of proven clinical data
  • ✓Excellent for diffuse sun damage and melasma management

Cons

  • ×Strictly non-ablative (does not vaporize tissue)
  • ×Requires multiple sessions for significant texture changes

HALO (Sciton)

Pros

  • ✓First ever hybrid fractional laser (simultaneous 2940nm and 1470nm)
  • ✓Ablates tissue while simultaneously coagulating, providing dramatic results
  • ✓Highly customizable downtime

Cons

  • ×More intense recovery due to the ablative component
  • ×High cost of consumables (per-treatment fees)

Clinical Verdict

HALO delivers superior, dramatic texture and glow in a single session due to the ablative component. Fraxel DUAL is the reliable standard for pigment mapping and melasma.

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