At SkinMedics on Cohen Street, we believe in combining advanced technologies to deliver transformative, comprehensive results. For patients looking to turn back the clock on sun damage, aging, and uneven texture all at once, we proudly offer the Lumenis Stellar M22™ PhotoFabulous™ Protocol—a powerhouse combination treatment designed to completely revitalize your skin from the surface down to the deep dermis.

By pairing two industry-leading modalities into a single comprehensive session, the PhotoFabulous protocol tackles both pigment and texture simultaneously for breathtaking, radiant results.

How the PhotoFabulous™ Protocol Works

The PhotoFabulous treatment synergistically combines two gold-standard Lumenis Stellar M22 technologies in one seamless visit:

  1. Step 1: Stellar M22™ IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)
    • First, the IPL photofacial targets the superficial layers of your skin.
    • It uses specialized light energy to safely break down excess melanin (sunspots, freckles, brown patches) and hemoglobin (broken capillaries, diffuse redness, and rosacea).
    • This instantly clears surface discoloration and evens out your overall skin tone.
  2. Step 2: Stellar M22™ ResurFX™ (Non-Ablative Fractional Laser)
    • Next, the ResurFX laser goes to work in the deeper dermal layers.
    • By delivering precise, microscopic columns of laser energy, it stimulates your body’s natural healing response to ramp up fresh collagen and elastin production.
    • This smooths fine lines, tightens skin laxity, softens acne or surgical scars, and refines pore structure without breaking the outer skin barrier.

Key Benefits of the Combined Protocol

  • Comprehensive Rejuvenation: Simultaneously corrects color (redness and brown spots) and texture (fine lines and scars) in a single visit.
  • Maximized Efficiency: Combines two powerful treatments together, reducing the total number of appointments needed to achieve your skin goals.
  • Collagen Boosting: Long-term structural remodeling ensures your skin continues to firm and improve over the weeks following your session.
  • Controlled Comfort & Safety: Powered by Lumenis’ advanced Optimal Pulse Technology (OPT™) and integrated SapphireCool™ continuous contact cooling, ensuring your skin is protected and comfortable throughout both steps.

What to Expect During Your Appointment

  1. Consultation & Preparation: Your clinician evaluates your skin type and customizes the protocol settings. A topical numbing cream is typically applied to ensure optimal comfort during the ResurFX portion.
  2. The Treatment (approx. 45–60 minutes): You will first undergo the IPL session (feeling warm snaps of light), followed immediately by the ResurFX laser pass (feeling a warm, prickling sensation with continuous cooling).
  3. Post-Treatment Recovery: Mild redness, swelling, and a warm sensation—similar to a moderate sunburn—are expected and usually subside within 24 to 48 hours. Pigmented spots will darken temporarily before flaking off naturally over the course of a week, revealing a clearer, firmer, and remarkably luminous complexion.

Who is the PhotoFabulous™ Protocol For?

This advanced combination treatment is ideal if you want to address:

  • Combined signs of aging, including both sun spots/redness and fine lines/wrinkles
  • Rough skin texture, enlarged pores, or mild scarring alongside uneven tone
  • A desire for maximum clinical rejuvenation with manageable, minimal downtime compared to aggressive surgical options

Unlock your skin’s ultimate potential.

Book your consultation online or call our friendly team on (02) 5506 2080.

Testimonials

I was sent to Dr Bezzina by my GP for a huge lipoma on my back, it was grapefruit sized. Dr Bezzina surgically removed it and I’m so impressed with the outcome, others told me it couldn’t be done without a general anaesthetic and for four times the cost! Dr Bezzina is not super cheap but well worth his expertise
I was referred by my gp to Dr Bezzina for skin cancer removal on my face. He did a great job and pain free. Looks really neat and Dr Bezzina is just a really friendly guy that loves to have a chat. Definitely would recommend him 🙂
I was referred to Dr Damien by my usual GP to remove a skin cancer the the side of my nose, Damien surgically removed it in what was a largely painless process. His bedside manner was fantastic and he has great nursing support. Now 6 weeks later and you can hardly tell I have a skin flap on my nose! So pleased! Thank you for your hard work!
Dr Bezzina performed minor surgery on me today for a skin lesion. I was very happy with his expertise, patient engagement, explanations when asked. I will become a regular client.
Nothing but magic! Put me at ease, excellent job and worth every $
Damien was very professional and friendly. He explained things very clearly and provided great advice. I’ll be back for my annual skin check.
Excellent advice. Very professional and easy to talk to. Recommended.
Bedside manner is wonderful, warm and knowledgeable. Left feeling enlightened. I had surgery for a skin cancer on my hand and I still can’t believe the result are so good! Thank you again, 100% recommend and I love the country music playing during the surgery!
Amazing, just amazing! Been to many ‘skin doctors’ around Canberra and my home state of QLD and Damien is by far the most proficient skin surgeon I’ve met! Diagnosed melanoma within the first couple mins of skin check when was check 2 weeks earlier by another skin Doctor and told was all good. Damien removed the melanoma within 7 days and healed beautifully! Thank you again