Sciton Moxi

Treatment costs for the Moxi laser will depend on the size of the treatment area, the skin concerns addressed, and the number of treatments needed. You’ll receive a personalized quote for your treatment during your consultation with Dr. Yegiyants.

Immediately following your treatment, you may experience mild redness and slight warmth similar to a sunburn, but you should experience only minimal discomfort. These effects should resolve within 24 to 48 hours.

After treatment, patients find that their treated skin looks brighter and smoother. Many patients use Moxi as a prejuvenation treatment to stop or slow signs of aging before they occur. Moxi helps patients to keep their keep looking youthful and fresh as their skin ages. Ask Dr. Yegiyants to see Sciton Moxi laser before and after photos to get a better idea of the results you may experience from treatment.

If you read Moxi laser reviews, you’ll quickly see that this treatment is a popular choice for women and men in Santa Barbara. Patients love that the Moxi laser is a gentle treatment with minimal downtime unlike more intense laser skin resurfacing. Dr. Yegiyants finds most patients are delighted by their results after this treatment. If you have significant aging or sun damage, you may achieve better results with a more intensive laser treatment like Sciton Joule or an IPL photofacial.

Sciton Moxi can treat nearly any area of the body. Dr. Yegiyants commonly uses this laser to enhance the face, neck, chest, arms, and hands without damaging the surrounding tissue.

The Moxi laser typically requires a series of treatments to achieve the desired results. Dr. Yegiyants will craft a unique treatment schedule and plan for you. Your skin condition and treatment goals will impact the number of treatments you’ll need. Many patients choose to receive occasional, ongoing Moxi treatments as part of their skincare regimen.

If you have early signs of aging or mild sun damage, you may be a good candidate for the Moxi laser. This effective treatment is best suited for patients with minor skin issues or that want to address skin concerns without any downtime. Moxi is also used to extend and enhance the results of other intensive laser skin resurfacing treatments or surgical procedures. Dr. Yegiyants will review your concerns and medical history to determine if this treatment is right for you.

Yes, the Sciton Moxi laser is one of the gentlest options available and is well-tolerated by patients with sensitive skin. Because it is a non-ablative, fractionated laser, it works beneath the surface without removing the outer layers of skin. Dr. Yegiyants will evaluate your skin during your consultation to confirm that Moxi is the right choice for your skin type and concerns.

Yes, Sciton Moxi is safe for all skin types, including darker skin tones. Many traditional laser treatments carry a higher risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation in patients with deeper complexions, but Moxi’s gentle, non-ablative approach makes it a well-tolerated option across the full range of skin tones. Dr. Yegiyants will evaluate your skin during your consultation to confirm that Moxi is the right choice for your skin type and concerns.

Results from Moxi treatments are long-lasting, especially when paired with a consistent skincare routine and sun protection. Over time, the skin continues to produce new collagen, which can improve results in the weeks following treatment. Many patients in Santa Barbara choose to schedule periodic Moxi sessions to maintain and build upon their results as part of an ongoing skincare regimen.

Absolutely. Dr. Yegiyants frequently combines Moxi with other effective treatments to enhance overall results. It pairs especially well with injectables, IPL photofacials (intense pulsed light ipl), or microneedling depending on your specific skin concerns. During your consultation, Dr. Yegiyants will recommend the combination that best aligns with your goals.

Yes, one of the key benefits of the Moxi laser energy is its ability to stimulate the skin’s natural collagen production without more aggressive treatments. By creating micro-zones of thermal injury beneath the skin’s surface, the treatment triggers the body’s healing response and encourages new collagen formation while leaving the surrounding tissue intact. This leads to firmer, smoother skin that continues to improve in the weeks after each session.

Most patients are advised to wait at least 24 hours before applying makeup following a Moxi treatment. Your skin may appear slightly pink or feel sensitive immediately after the session, and it’s important to let the skin recover before introducing cosmetic products. Dr. Yegiyants will provide you with specific aftercare instructions tailored to your skin and treatment.

Preparing your skin before a Moxi session can help optimize your results. Dr. Yegiyants may recommend that you avoid certain skincare ingredients, such as retinoids or exfoliating acids, in the days leading up to your appointment. Arriving with clean, product-free skin and avoiding sun exposure in the week before treatment are also important steps. Your provider will give you a full set of pre-treatment guidelines at your consultation.

Many patients notice that their skin looks brighter and more even within a few days of their first treatment. However, the full benefits of Moxi typically become more visible over the course of several weeks as collagen remodeling continues. A series of treatments is often recommended to achieve the most significant and lasting improvement in skin tone and texture.

Yes, the Sciton Moxi laser is an excellent treatment for men who want to address early signs of aging, uneven skin tone, or sun damage with minimal downtime. Men in Santa Barbara appreciate that a full-face treatment takes only 12–15 minutes and allows them to return to their regular activities immediately. Dr. Yegiyants regularly treats male patients and will tailor the approach to your individual skin and desired outcome.

Moxi and Halo are both fractional lasers offered at Dr. Yegiyants’ Santa Barbara practice, but they differ in intensity. Moxi is a non-ablative laser best suited for patients with mild concerns, early aging, or maintenance goals. Halo is a hybrid fractional laser that combines ablative and non-ablative wavelengths, making it more appropriate for patients with moderate sun damage, fine lines, or more significant skin texture concerns. Dr. Yegiyants can help you determine which option is right for your skin during a personalized consultation.