Plasma skin regeneration (PSR) is a novel method of resurfacing that uses plasma energy that creates a thermal effect on the skin. PSR is different from lasers, light sources, and ablative lasers in that it is not chromophore dependent and does not vaporize tissue, but instead leaves a layer of intact, desiccated epidermis that will work as a natural biologic dressing that promotes wound healing and rapid recovery. Histological studies performed on plasma resurfacing clients have confirmed continued collagen production, reduction of elastosis, and progressive skin rejuvenation even after the first year of treatment. PSR can be used for the treatment of rhytides of the body, superficial skin lesions, actinic keratoses, viral papillomata, and seborrheic keratoses. PSR also has beneficial effects in the treatment of other conditions including dyschromia, photoaging, skin laxity, and acne scars. The safety profile of PSR is excellent, and there have been no reports of demarcation lines in perioral, periorbital, or jawline areas, as can sometimes be observed following CO2 resurfacing. PSR is effective in improving facial and periorbital rhytides and can be used on non facial sites, including the hands, neck, and chest. PSR works effectively on stretch marks and striae, tightening and minimising their appearance. Numerous treatment protocols with variable energy settings allow for individualised

Treatments and provide the therapist with fine control over the degree of injury and length of subsequent recovery time.