Body Skin Resurfacing

New York Laser & Skin Care

Body skin resurfacing is an advanced laser treatment designed to improve the texture, tone, and overall quality of skin on areas beyond the face. It effectively addresses concerns such as sun damage, roughness, pigmentation irregularities, and early signs of aging on the neck, chest, arms, hands, and other body regions. The result is smoother, more even, and visibly rejuvenated skin.

How Body Skin Resurfacing Works

Using precise laser energy, damaged outer layers of skin are gently treated to encourage natural regeneration and collagen remodeling. This process stimulates the body’s healing response, leading to the formation of healthier, firmer skin over time. Treatments are customized in intensity and depth depending on the treatment area and specific skin concerns.

What to Expect

Patients may experience temporary redness, warmth, or mild swelling following treatment, which typically resolves as the skin heals. As new skin cells regenerate, improvements in tone, texture, and clarity become progressively visible. A series of treatments may be recommended for optimal, long-lasting results.

A Refined, Customized Approach

At New York Laser & Skin Care, body resurfacing treatments are carefully tailored to each patient’s unique skin type and goals. Dr. Kauvar combines advanced laser technology with a precise, artistic approach to ensure safe, natural-looking enhancement. The outcome is smoother, healthier-looking skin that reflects renewed vitality and refinement.

Dr. Arielle Kauvar

Arielle Kauvar, MD

Dr. Arielle Kauvar is the founding director of New York Laser & Skin Care, a private practice specializing in laser surgery, cosmetic dermatology, Mohs (skin cancer) surgery and clinical research.

She is Clinical Professor of Dermatology at New York University Grossman School of Medicine, a board-certified dermatologist and a leading authority on laser technology, minimally invasive skin rejuvenation and skin cancer treatment.

Dr. Kauvar has pioneered many laser and device-based skin treatments that are commonly used throughout the world and remains actively engaged in the development of new technology and clinical research.  A principal investigator in over 50 clinical trials in all phases of development and the FDA approval process, she has authored over 100 publications, including manuscripts, book chapters and a comprehensive textbook on laser surgery.

She lectures at national and international scientific meetings, is frequently interviewed by the media, and is a consultant to the medical device and pharmaceutical industries.