Halo in Beverly Hills and Pasadena

Name: Halo
Brand: Leif Rogers, MD
Rating: 5 (95 reviews)

Customize your skin resurfacing and achieve powerful results without a lengthy recovery with Halo treatments in Beverly Hills and Pasadena. At Lief Rogers, MD, we use this hybrid fractional laser to deliver the results that patients need while avoiding the excessive, intense recovery they don’t want.

Treatments Tailored to Your Life

Not every patient can plan for a week of visible recovery. Halo was designed to eliminate the downtime associated with skin resurfacing, allowing patients to return to their daily routines sooner. At Leif Rogers, MD, we offer Halo treatments to patients who want meaningful improvement in tone and texture while still having a say in how much downtime their schedule can accommodate.

What Is Halo?

Halo is a hybrid fractional laser that combines ablative and non-ablative wavelengths into a single treatment, allowing your aesthetician to adjust the balance between the two based on your goals and available recovery time. This dual wavelength approach treats pigment, texture, and fine lines simultaneously to target your main concerns in a single session. Halo’s unique dual-wavelength design enables it to provide the following benefits to patients:

Customizable intensity suited to your schedule
Improvement in pigment, texture, and fine lines
A single treatment addressing multiple surface concerns
Flexibility to choose lighter or more intense sessions

The LRMD Difference

Halo's hybrid design means its ablative-to-non-ablative ratio must be calibrated thoughtfully for each patient, and this calibration is where experience becomes essential. Our aesthetic team has performed Halo treatments across a wide range of skin types and goals, empowering us to recommend strategic settings that align with your stated priorities and deliver targeted energy to the skin. Here, every non-surgical treatment is administered with the same level of precision and clinical focus as our surgical procedures. Our founder, Leif Rogers, MD, a board-certified and Ivy League-trained plastic surgeon, developed our practice to operate as part of a full plastic surgery office. Any unexpected skin finding during your Halo consultation can be evaluated immediately by a broader clinical team rather than requiring a separate referral.

What to Expect From Your Halo Treatments in Beverly Hills and Pasadena

Choosing Your Intensity Level

Halo's ablative and non-ablative energy can be adjusted independently, allowing your aesthetician to build a session that leans lighter for minimal downtime or more concentrated for greater visible change. Together, you’ll discuss your priorities and concerns in detail before finalizing your treatment plan.

Targeting Your Treatment

At LRMD, we use Halo to treat a range of surface-level concerns, with the most common treatment goals including the following:

Uneven pigmentation
Sun damage
Fine lines and wrinkles
Early textural aging
Enlarged pores
Overall dullness
Uneven tone

During your initial, one-on-one consultation, your aesthetician will recommend an intensity level that reflects both your concerns and your available recovery window.

Designed for Your Comfort

Before beginning your treatment, your aesthetician will apply a topical numbing agent to your skin and allow it time to take effect. Next, they’ll pass the Halo device across your treatment area in controlled passes, delivering both wavelengths simultaneously. Sessions will typically last 30-45 minutes, depending on your concerns and the number of areas treated.

Setting Your Schedule

Most patients complete one to three Halo sessions, depending on their chosen intensity and desired outcome, with sessions spaced four to six weeks apart. Your aesthetician will confirm the appropriate number of sessions during your initial consultation before making any necessary adjustments after your first session.

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Recovery Matched to Your Settings

Recovery after Halo treatments will vary depending on the exact ablative-to-non-ablative laser ratio used in your session. Patients who have undergone a lighter session will typically notice redness resolving within one to two days, while those opting for a more intense treatment may experience redness, swelling, and light peeling for up to five days.

Your aesthetician will review your specific settings before treatment so you will know exactly what to expect. Most patients in Beverly Hills and Pasadena can plan their recovery around a chosen weekend or a lighter work period. You’ll be able to return to social gatherings, desk work, and light exercise within a few days, though you may choose to rest at home for your own comfort as peeling sheds.

Your Post-Treatment Process

After your Halo session, we’ll share a list of targeted aftercare instructions tailored to the intensity of your treatment. This plan may include the following:

Gentle cleansing routines
Sun protection and exposure requirements
Ingredients and products to temporarily avoid
Moisturizing and hydration recommendations
Side effects to monitor
Guidance on when makeup can safely resume

Over the coming weeks, you’ll return to either our Beverly Hills or Pasadena practice for a short follow-up visit with our team. There, your aesthetician will evaluate your results and discuss whether an additional session would benefit your goals.

Balanced, Personalized Improvement

Because Halo's settings reflect your specific priorities, your results will feel proportionate to the treatment you chose. Most patients notice brighter, more even skin within one to two weeks, with continued improvement in fine lines and texture over the following months.

Halo Frequently Asked Questions

How is Halo different from receiving a NanoLaserPeel or MicroLaserPeel separately?

Halo combines ablative and non-ablative laser energy in a single customizable treatment, allowing your aesthetician to adjust the intensity based on your skin concerns and goals. NanoLaserPeel and MicroLaserPeel offer more fixed treatment depths and are typically selected for specific levels of resurfacing.

Can I choose a lighter Halo setting and still see results?

Yes. Lighter Halo settings can improve skin tone, texture, and overall radiance with less downtime, while more intensive settings typically provide more dramatic rejuvenation. Your aesthetician will help you choose the treatment intensity that best aligns with your goals and recovery preferences.

Will Halo help with melasma?

Halo may benefit some patients with melasma, but because heat can sometimes trigger pigment changes, it is not the best option for everyone. During your consultation, your aesthetician will evaluate your skin and determine whether Halo or an alternative treatment is the safest and most effective choice.

How do I decide between a lighter or more concentrated Halo session?

Your aesthetician will consider your skin concerns, desired results, schedule, and tolerance for downtime when recommending the appropriate Halo treatment intensity. Together, you will select a plan that balances meaningful improvement with your preferred recovery time.

Can Halo be repeated if I want more improvement later?

Yes. Halo treatments can be repeated to address additional concerns or maintain your results over time. Your aesthetician will recommend an appropriate treatment interval based on your skin's response and your long-term aesthetic goals.