Laser Treatment in Edmonton

Aerolase Neo Elite 1064nm Nd:YAG, with a registered nurse who assesses your skin first

Written by Shayse Tulloch, RN|Last clinically reviewed: July 20, 2026

"I chose the Neo Elite because of the wavelength. A lot of skin in Edmonton gets turned away from laser, or gets treated on the wrong device and pays for it afterwards. A 1064nm Nd:YAG lets me treat across a much wider range of skin tones than the systems most clinics run. But the machine is only half of it. I want to look at your skin, your history and your medications before I tell you laser is the right answer, and I will tell you when it isn't."

Shayse Tulloch, RN, at Vivere Skin & Body, Edmonton | Results vary by individual.

Laser skin treatment in Edmonton for acne, acne scarring, sun damage, pigmentation and collagen stimulation, delivered by award-winning registered nurse Shayse Tulloch at Vivere Skin & Body. Every plan starts with a full skin assessment. Treatments are $300 each, and most concerns are addressed over a series rather than a single visit.

Suitable across a wide range of skin tones

This is the reason Shayse chose this device, and it is worth understanding before you book laser anywhere in Edmonton.

Many clinics run intense pulsed light or shorter-wavelength systems. Those emit energy that interacts strongly with melanin at the surface of the skin. On lighter skin that is often the point. On richly pigmented skin it is a problem, because the device cannot reliably tell the difference between the pigment you want addressed and the pigment that is simply your skin. That is why people with deeper skin tones are so often told they are not candidates, or are treated anyway and left with pigment changes afterwards.

The Aerolase Neo Elite uses a single 1064nm Nd:YAG wavelength. It travels deeper and interacts less with surface melanin, which is why 1064nm is the wavelength most widely used in dermatology for Fitzpatrick skin types IV through VI.

Said plainly, without overselling it: a suitable wavelength lowers risk, it does not remove it. Every skin type still needs proper assessment, correct settings and a test approach. What it does mean is that being told "we cannot treat your skin" at another clinic does not necessarily mean laser is off the table for you. It may mean the device was wrong. Results vary by individual.

What laser treatment is used for

Each concern has its own course length and spacing. These are the plans Shayse works from, confirmed for your skin at consultation.

Acne

3 to 6 treatmentsEvery 1 to 4 weeks$900 to $1,800

The 1064nm wavelength reaches the sebaceous glands and the vascular component that gives active breakouts their redness. It is often used alongside a skincare plan rather than instead of one, and it suits clients who have not tolerated topical routines well or who want to address active breakouts and the redness left behind at the same time.

Acne scarring

4 to 8 treatmentsEvery 2 to 4 weeks$1,200 to $2,400

Textural scarring is the longest course on the menu, and that is worth knowing before you start. Improvement is gradual and cumulative, working through the skin's own remodelling response across the series. Depressed and rolling scarring generally responds differently from raised scarring, which is part of what the initial assessment establishes.

Sun damage and sun spots

3 to 5 treatmentsEvery 3 to 4 weeks$900 to $1,500

Accumulated sun exposure shows up as uneven tone, brown patches and a general loss of clarity. This is among the more predictable concerns to address with laser. Daily SPF afterwards is not an upsell, it is the difference between holding your result and watching new pigment form over the following summer.

Collagen stimulation and skin tightening

4 to 6 treatmentsEvery 3 to 4 weeks$1,200 to $1,800

Heat delivered into the dermis prompts the skin's own collagen response over the months following a series. This is the slowest concern to show change and the one where patience matters most, because the remodelling continues well after the final treatment. It is often the choice for overall skin quality rather than one specific mark.

Melasma-prone pigmentation

From 3 treatmentsEvery 3 weeksFrom $900

This one comes with an honest caveat. Melasma-prone pigmentation is influenced by hormones and sun exposure, it is recognised as recurring, and the published evidence for laser on its own is genuinely mixed rather than settled. Shayse will talk you through what laser can and cannot reasonably contribute, and where a combined approach with sun protection and skincare makes more sense. Your course is reviewed as you go rather than sold as a fixed block.

Treating other concerns? Vascular marks such as cherry angiomas and small facial vessels are assessed individually, as these are usually spot treatments rather than a full-face series. Ask at your consultation.

Laser treatment pricing in Edmonton

Cost is the question everyone asks first, so here it is up front rather than buried behind a consultation.

$300

per treatment, full face

Concern	Treatments	Spacing	Series cost
Acne	3 to 6 treatments	Every 1 to 4 weeks	$900 to $1,800
Acne scarring	4 to 8 treatments	Every 2 to 4 weeks	$1,200 to $2,400
Sun damage and sun spots	3 to 5 treatments	Every 3 to 4 weeks	$900 to $1,500
Collagen stimulation and skin tightening	4 to 6 treatments	Every 3 to 4 weeks	$1,200 to $1,800
Melasma-prone pigmentation	From 3 treatments	Every 3 weeks	From $900

Series pricing is simply the treatment price multiplied out. There is no bundle rate and nothing expires. A series of four is four treatments at $300.

Full face is generally recommended over spot treatment. Not to increase the bill, but because treating one patch and leaving the surrounding skin untreated tends to leave an obvious difference in tone and texture between the two.

Your course may differ from the table. These are typical plans, not a fixed quote. Skin responds differently and your plan is reviewed as you go. Results vary by individual.

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How the technology works

The Neo Elite delivers 1064nm energy in a 650-microsecond pulse. The pulse duration matters as much as the wavelength: energy is delivered fast enough to act on the intended target in the skin, while limiting how much heat spreads into the surrounding tissue.

It is a non-ablative treatment, meaning it works through the skin surface rather than removing it, which is why it sits at the lower end of the downtime spectrum compared with ablative resurfacing.

Depending on the concern, the energy is absorbed by pigment, by the small vessels that create redness, or by water in the dermis to prompt a collagen response. That is why a single device covers concerns as different as acne, brown patches and skin texture, and why the treatment plan changes considerably depending on which of those you are addressing.

Want the detail on the device itself?

Technology specifics, how it compares with IPL and microneedling, and regulatory clearance are covered separately.

Read about the Aerolase Neo Elite in Edmonton

Who is not a candidate

Most clinics bury this. It belongs near the front, because knowing you are not a candidate before you pay for a consultation is more useful than finding out afterwards.

Pregnancy or breastfeeding, depending on the concern and the plan
Recent isotretinoin use, which generally requires a waiting period
Active infection, open lesions or inflamed skin in the treatment area
Photosensitising medications, including some antibiotics and some herbal preparations
Recent sun exposure, sunburn or a fresh tan, including self-tan on the treatment area
A personal history of certain pigmentation responses to heat or injury

This is not a complete list and it is not a substitute for assessment. A full medical and skin history is taken before any treatment is booked, and Shayse will tell you directly if laser is not appropriate for you right now.

Why the assessment matters more than the machine

Any clinic can buy a device. What changes the outcome is whether someone properly types your skin, reviews your medications, recognises when a mark should be looked at by a physician rather than treated cosmetically, and sets expectations you can actually hold them to.

Shayse is a registered nurse practising in a clinical, medical-grade setting at Vivere Skin & Body in south Edmonton. Her background is aesthetic injectables, which means laser plans are built with the whole picture in view rather than as a standalone sale. If you are already seeing her for Botox or microneedling, laser is planned around those rather than on top of them.

She will also tell you when laser is not the right tool. Some concerns are better served by a skincare plan, some by a different modality, and some should be seen by a dermatologist. Being told that honestly is worth more than being sold a series.

Laser treatment in Edmonton: common questions

How much do laser treatments cost in Edmonton?

Laser treatment with the Aerolase Neo Elite is $300 per treatment at Nurse Injector Shayse in Edmonton. Most skin concerns are addressed over a series rather than a single visit, so a typical plan runs between $900 and $2,400 depending on the concern and how many treatments your skin needs. Acne is commonly 3 to 6 treatments, sun damage 3 to 5, collagen stimulation 4 to 6, and acne scarring 4 to 8. Your plan is confirmed at consultation. Results vary by individual.

How much does laser resurfacing cost in Edmonton?

Pricing across Edmonton clinics varies with the technology used and whether treatments are sold individually or as a series. At Nurse Injector Shayse, Aerolase Neo Elite treatments are $300 each, with most concerns addressed over a series of 3 to 8 treatments. Full face is generally recommended over spot treatment so that tone and texture stay even across the whole face. A personalized plan and quote are provided at consultation.

Is laser treatment worth the money?

That depends on the concern and on realistic expectations. Laser is generally most worthwhile for concerns that respond poorly to topical products alone, such as sun damage, uneven tone, and textural change from acne scarring. It is less suited to concerns that are better managed medically or with skincare. An honest consultation should tell you when laser is not the right tool. Shayse assesses your skin and your goals before recommending a plan, and will say so if another approach suits you better. Results vary by individual.

What are the drawbacks of laser therapy?

Laser is not a single visit fix. Most concerns need a series spaced weeks apart, so the full course can take two to six months. Temporary redness and warmth are common immediately afterward. Some concerns, particularly pigmentation conditions influenced by hormones and sun exposure, can recur and may need ongoing maintenance. Not everyone is a candidate, and certain medications, skin conditions and pregnancy are contraindications. These are discussed at consultation before any treatment is booked.

Is laser safe for darker skin tones?

Wavelength matters a great deal here. The Aerolase Neo Elite uses a 1064nm Nd:YAG wavelength, which passes more deeply and interacts less with surface melanin than many older intense pulsed light and shorter wavelength devices. That makes 1064nm the wavelength most widely used for Fitzpatrick skin types IV through VI. It is not a promise of zero risk, and every skin type still requires proper assessment and settings, but it is a meaningfully different technology from the IPL systems many clinics use. Shayse assesses your skin type before treatment.

Does skin rejuvenation really work?

Non-ablative laser works by delivering heat into the skin to prompt the body's own repair and collagen response over time. The evidence base is strongest for textural improvement and for pigment and vascular concerns. Change is gradual and cumulative across a series rather than immediate, and it is influenced by age, skin type, sun exposure and aftercare. Realistic expectations are set at consultation. Results vary by individual.

How many laser treatments will I need?

It depends on the concern. Acne is commonly addressed over 3 to 6 treatments spaced every 1 to 4 weeks. Sun damage is commonly 3 to 5 treatments every 3 to 4 weeks. Collagen stimulation is commonly 4 to 6 treatments every 3 to 4 weeks. Acne scarring generally needs the longest course, 4 to 8 treatments every 2 to 4 weeks. Melasma-prone pigmentation starts at a minimum of three treatments spaced every 3 weeks, with the plan reviewed as you go. Your specific plan is confirmed at consultation.

How much does it cost to address hyperpigmentation in Edmonton?

At $300 per treatment, a sun damage or pigmentation series of 3 to 5 treatments runs $900 to $1,500. Pigmentation linked to hormones, such as melasma-prone pigmentation, is typically a longer and more variable course and is quoted separately after assessment. Sun protection between and after treatments has a significant effect on how well pigmentation results hold. Results vary by individual.

Can hyperpigmentation be removed permanently?

Honest answer: not reliably. Pigmentation caused by sun exposure often responds well, but new pigment can form with further sun exposure, which is why daily SPF is part of any sensible plan. Pigmentation driven by hormones, such as melasma-prone pigmentation, is recognised as a recurring condition and is generally managed rather than eliminated. Any clinic promising you a one-and-done outcome on pigmentation is overselling. Results vary by individual.

What is the difference between the Aerolase Neo Elite and IPL?

IPL, or intense pulsed light, emits a broad spectrum of wavelengths rather than a single one. The Aerolase Neo Elite is a laser delivering one 1064nm Nd:YAG wavelength in a 650-microsecond pulse. The practical differences are how the energy interacts with surface melanin, which affects suitability across skin types, and how the treatment feels. Neither is universally better, they are different tools suited to different skin and different concerns.

Is there downtime after laser treatment?

Non-ablative laser treatment is generally associated with less downtime than ablative resurfacing. Temporary redness and a warm flushed feeling immediately after treatment are common and typically settle over the following hours. Because this is a new service, specific aftercare guidance for your skin and concern is given directly at your consultation and appointment rather than generalised here. Results vary by individual.

Who should not have laser treatment?

Laser is not appropriate for everyone. Pregnancy, recent isotretinoin use, active skin infection in the treatment area, photosensitising medications, recent sun exposure or tanning, and a history of certain pigmentation responses can all mean laser is unsuitable or needs to be delayed. A full history is taken at consultation and Shayse will tell you if you are not a candidate.

Do you offer laser treatment in Edmonton?

Yes. Laser treatment with the Aerolase Neo Elite is offered by Shayse Tulloch, RN, at 8813 63 Ave NW, Edmonton, inside Vivere Skin & Body. The clinic serves Edmonton, Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Fort Saskatchewan and Strathcona County.

Why choose a registered nurse for laser treatment?

Laser is a medical device and outcomes depend on assessment as much as on the machine: skin typing, history, medication review, realistic goal setting, and knowing when not to treat. Shayse is a registered nurse working in a clinical medical-grade setting at Vivere Skin & Body, and every laser plan begins with a full skin assessment rather than a booking form.

Book a skin assessment in Edmonton

Bring your history and your questions. You will leave knowing whether laser suits your skin, how many treatments your concern typically needs, and what it will cost, before you commit to anything.

Book a Skin Assessment About the Aerolase Neo Elite

8813 63 Ave NW, Edmonton, inside Vivere Skin & Body. Serving Edmonton, Sherwood Park, St. Albert and Strathcona County.