Laser Resurfacing: C02 lasers, Erbium lasers, or combinations of these will resurface the skin on the face to restore a healthy glow and nicely textured skin.  The laser will removed fine lines and greatly diminish deeper ones.  The laser delivers busts of light that cause the underlying collagen to contract and remodel while removing the damaged surface skin.  Recovery time varies with the type of laser used and the extent of results needed. Erbium laser resurfacing has much quicker recovery times, but less effects on the deeper wrinkles. After resurfacing with a CO2 lasers (used to obtain results in areas of deeper wrinkles) may take 10 to 14 days for the initial healing, followed by a prolonged period of pink skin that may last up to 3 to 6 months in people. Make-up may be worn after the first week or two. The skin will need to be diligently treated for a period before and after the resurfacing to help obtain the best results possible.