What skin conditions can a CO2 laser treatment fix?
A CO2 laser removes thousands of microscopic columns of damaged skin and triggers new, fresh, and flawless skin to regenerate as you heal. At COR.E Laser Studio in Colorado Springs, Laser Joe uses CO2 to smooth fine lines, sun damage, age spots, rough texture, enlarged pores, and acne scars on the face, neck, and chest.
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Fine lines and crow's feet
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Sun damage and age spots
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Rough texture
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Enlarged pores
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Acne scars
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Freckling
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Neck and chest tone
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Melasma (Laser Joe evaluates in person; CO2 can help in some cases)
Who performs the CO2 laser treatments at COR.E?
At COR.E Laser Studio in Colorado Springs, Joe Coram, CLS, handles skin consultations, fires the laser for every CO2 laser treatment, and connects with every CO2 client after their visit. Your CO2 laser treatment is never handed to a less experienced tech. With an ablative laser, the correct settings and the experience of the hands holding the CO2 device determine your result.
CO2 laser treatments at COR.E are delegated medical-aesthetic services performed by Joe Coram, CLS, under the delegation and supervision of Dr. Edward Cobb.
ABOUT LASER JOE, CLS
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2,000+ CO2 treatments performed personally
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Certified Laser Specialist, Rocky Mountain Laser College, 2020
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CO2 Laser instructor at Rocky Mountain Laser College, 2022-2025
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Opened his first laser clinic, Blackout Laser, in 2020
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Treats with the Cynosure Affirm CO2 laser
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Always the one firing the laser; never passed to another tech
How much does a CO2 laser treatment cost in Colorado Springs?
At COR.E, we have nothing to hide about our price. We don't offer special promos or pricing tricks. We give you an always-competitive price, with the best skin-smoothing results of any single beauty treatment out there. A full-face CO2 laser treatment is $980 per session, and add your neck and chest for $319 more ($1,299).
Laser Joe's remarkable experience of over 2000 CO2 treatments makes him one of Colorado Springs' most experienced CO2 Laser professionals. We know you might find lower pricing or some special one-time deal, but not from someone with REAL experience. Actually, you're way more likely to find much higher prices from way less experienced CO2 laser techs. Every CO2 treatment includes numbing, post-care serum, and an after-visit call or text from Laser Joe. Consultations are free with no deposit, a $100 deposit books a treatment, and financing is available through Cherry.
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FREE Consultation (no deposit)
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CO2 Laser Facial + Recovery Serum | $980
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CO2 Laser Facial + Neck + Recovery Serum | $1,149 (neck adds just $169)
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CO2 Laser Facial + Neck + Chest + Recovery Serum | $1,299 (neck and chest add just $319)
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CO2 Laser, just Neck | $399
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CO2 Laser, just Chest | $399
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Scar & Stretch Mark Removal | from $199 (final price depends on size of treatment area)
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Sun & Age Spot Removal | from $199 (final price depends on size of treatment area)
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Other areas by quote
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Darker Skin (types IV-VI): 2-3 sessions, 8 weeks apart; ask about package discounts
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Prices are per session. Health insurance doesn't cover cosmetic CO2. Check your FSA and HSA for payment options.
What happens at a CO2 laser appointment?
Start with a free consult with Laser Joe, then a treatment visit of about 30 minutes. Most redness fades after about 3 days, as seen in one of Laser Joe's clients' day-by-day photos below. Book at least 1 week before a big event; 10+ days is best.
Your appointment, step by step
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Free consult: Joe checks your skin type, goals, and medications, answers every question, and gives you an exact price.
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Prep: stop retinol 1 week before, arrive without a sunburn, and tell Joe if you get cold sores.
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Numbing: pick up your numbing cream in advance and apply it about an hour before your visit.
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Treatment: about 30 minutes at the studio, with Joe firing the laser the whole time.
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Aftercare: post-care serum before you leave, then an after-visit call or text from Joe.
What is recovery like for a CO2 laser treatment?
Recovery, day by day
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Day 0: once the numbing wears off, skin feels like a bad sunburn.
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Days 1-2: the reddest days. Most people go about normal life with a wide-brimmed hat outdoors.
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Day 4: most redness has faded.
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About 1 week: visible smoothing for skin types I-III.
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10 days: the safest margin before photos or an event.
How many CO2 sessions will I need, and am I a good candidate?
For lighter skin types (Fitzpatrick I-III), one 20-minute CO2 treatment usually gives dramatic smoothing, visible in about a week. Darker skin types IV-VI get dramatic results over 2-3 gentler sessions, 8 weeks apart, to protect against pigment changes (see below for dark skin CO2 treatment details). Results don't last forever; a yearly CO2 treatment keeps skin at its smoothest. Joe treats all skin types from the lightest to the darkest.
CO2 is not the right treatment if you:
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Are pregnant
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Take spironolactone
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Have a sunburn, or used retinol in the last week
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Want dramatic lifting: CO2 smooths skin, which results in a tighter look; however, for facelift-like results, well, let's face it, nothing lifts & tightens like an actual surgical facelift.
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Prone to cold sores? You can still be treated; Joe leaves a larger buffer around the mouth
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Raised (hypertrophic) scars: some can't be treated, so Joe evaluates them in person
CO2 is safe and effective on dark skin when treated differently than light skin
Many cosmetic industry professionals falsely believe treating darker skin types (Fitzpatrick IV-VI) is too risky and results in hyperpigmentation. It's absolutely true if you treat darker skin types with CO2 THE SAME as lighter skin types then hyperpigmentation is the result. Laser Joe himself is a darker skin type. He understands that when he does a CO2 laser treatment on dark skin he must approach the client's CO2 treatment DIFFERENT than light skin. Darker skin types IV-VI can get the same dramatic smoothing results with CO2 as light skin types, however the results are achieved over 2-3 gentler sessions, 8 weeks apart, to protect against pigment changes. Laser Joe offers darker skin types a unique CO2 package discount. Laser Joe is so confident with CO2 on dark skin that he treats his dark-skinned mother with CO2!
CO2 laser vs. IPL, peels and facelifts: which should I choose?
CO2 laser is the strongest and most effective non-surgical beauty treatment available for resurfacing lines, rough texture, and sun damage in one treatment for most people. IPL is better when the main concern is brown spots or redness without texture. A facelift is the answer for sagging, not CO2.
At a glance, how CO2, IPL, Chemical Peels, and a Surgical Facelift compare:
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CO2 laser: best for lines, texture, sun damage, and acne scars. 1 session for skin types I-III; 2-3 sessions, 8 weeks apart, for IV-VI. Offered at COR.E.
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IPL photofacial: best for brown spots, redness, and uneven tone; often a series. Offered at COR.E (full face $499).
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Chemical peel: dullness and mild texture; results depend on peel depth. Not offered at COR.E. Most aestheticians offer peels.
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Surgical Facelift: tightens facial sagging and jowls without adding volume to the face. Dermal fillers can also treat facial sagging and jowls, however they do so by adding volume to the face. Laser Joe is always honest during consults with setting expectations, and will tell you if you're really after a facelift and not a CO2.
What do COR.E clients say about CO2 laser?
Real Google reviews from COR.E CO2 clients. Results may vary.
Cici Neri
CO2 laser scar treatment
via Google
"I was delighted with the service very professional. I went for CO2 laser treatment on my tummy tuck scar; it was super quick and not painful at all, and anesthesia was applied. I highly recommend this place; it is very clean and the price is excellent."
"I had a CO2 laser facial treatment a little over a week ago and I must say, after just 1 treatment, my results are AMAZING! I went in with concerns of sun damage and acne scars. Since the healing process has subsided, I’ve been getting so many compliments on the results. I couldn’t be happier. Definitely recommend seeing Joe for any cosmetic needs!"
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Every time!!! I keep coming back to CORE. I’ve followed Joe around town for over 6 years now. He always has new ways to help me stay young. He's professional and highly educated about what will work best for my super light skin tone. They don’t just try to sell me everything and I appreciate that so much. I'm 43 and get the best compliments on my skin, it’s because of CORE!!!
CO2 laser treatment common questions
How much does a CO2 laser cost in Colorado Springs?
At COR.E Laser Studio, a full-face CO2 laser treatment by Laser Joe is $980 per session; face and neck is $1,149; and face, neck, and chest is $1,299. Numbing, post-care serum, and an after-visit call or text are included.
Who performs CO2 laser treatments at COR.E?
Laser Joe Coram, CLS, performs every CO2 treatment personally. He has done more than 2,000 CO2 treatments and taught as a CO2 laser instructor at Rocky Mountain Laser College from 2022 to 2025.
How long is the downtime after a CO2 laser?
Most redness fades after about 3 days. Days 1 and 2 are the reddest, and most people go about normal life with a wide-brimmed hat outdoors.
How soon before an event should I get a CO2 laser?
Book your CO2 treatment at least 1 week before an event. 10 days is better.
Does a CO2 laser hurt?
You apply numbing cream about an hour before your visit, so treatment is comfortable. Afterward, skin feels like a bad sunburn for the first day or two.
How many CO2 laser sessions will I need?
Skin types I to III usually need one 20-minute treatment for dramatic smoothing. Skin types IV to VI usually need 2 to 3 sessions, 8 weeks apart, and package discounts are available.
How long do CO2 laser results last?
Results aren't permanent. A yearly CO2 treatment is suggested to keep skin at its smoothest.
Is CO2 laser safe for darker skin?
Joe treats all skin types. Darker skin types are treated over 2 to 3 gentler sessions, 8 weeks apart, to lower the risk of pigment changes.
What laser does COR.E use?
COR.E uses the Cynosure Affirm CO2 laser.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Financing is available through Cherry. Consultations are free, and a $100 deposit books a treatment.
Does insurance cover CO2 laser?
No. Health insurance doesn't cover cosmetic CO2 laser treatments.
Book a free CO2 consult with Laser Joe
Ask Joe anything, see if CO2 is right for your skin, and get an exact price. The consultation is free and needs no deposit. Every treatment is done in person at 7660 Goddard St, Suite 205, in north Colorado Springs, close to Briargate, Northgate, Monument, Black Forest, Gleneagle, Falcon and the Air Force Academy.