Best Laser Skin Resurfacing in Perth
Laser skin resurfacing is one of the most effective ways to soften scarring, fine lines and uneven texture by gently resurfacing the skin's surface. If you're considering treatment in Perth, this guide explains what's involved, what it typically costs, and how to choose a reputable clinic. We feature a range of well-reviewed Perth clinics to help you start your research.
1. Youth Lab West Perth
West Perth, WA
Youth Lab West Perth is a cosmetic clinic located in a heritage character building at 1 Richardson Street, West Perth WA. Open 6 days a week, it offers consultations for cosmetic injectables, skin and dermal therapies, laser and light-based rejuvenation, and HydraFacial treatments. Bookings available online or by phone.
2. Absolute Cosmetic Innaloo
Innaloo, WA
Absolute Cosmetic Innaloo, opened November 2021 at Westfield Innaloo, is owned by Dr. Glenn Murray and Senior Nurse Stephanie Murray. The clinic offers laser, skin, and cosmetic injectable treatments including IPL hair removal, laser skin resurfacing, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, CoolSculpting, and wrinkle consultations. Dr. Maysa Abu Laban attends on Thursdays.
3. Ultimate Aesthetics Subiaco
Subiaco, WA
Ultimate Aesthetics is a doctor-led cosmetic and skin clinic in Subiaco and Myaree, Perth. It offers non-surgical cosmetic procedures, advanced dermal therapies, body treatments, male rejuvenation, Emsella pelvic floor tightening, and clinical-grade skincare products, delivered in an evidence-based environment.
4. Youth Lab Joondalup
Joondalup, WA
Youth Lab Joondalup is a cosmetic clinic at 8/205 Lakeside Drive offering consultations with Cosmetic Doctors and Cosmetic Registered Nurses. Services include fine line and wrinkle treatments, HydraFacial, skin and dermal therapies, and light- and laser-based rejuvenation. Open Tuesday to Saturday; bookings available online.
5. MorphIUs
Fremantle, WA
MorphIUs Laser Studio in Fremantle, WA, offers laser-based treatments using the Quanta Q-Plus C MT Evo, including tattoo removal, laser skin rejuvenation, scar and sunspot removal, and IPL for hair removal and skin conditions. All treatments are performed by owners Bruce and KaRa. Red light therapy is included post-treatment.
6. WK SKIN & LASER CLINIC | Perth, WA
Perth, WA
WK Skin & Laser Clinic is a practitioner-led cosmetic clinic in Perth, WA, led by Dr Anu and qualified Registered Nurses. Specialising in advanced skin rejuvenation, laser treatments, and medical aesthetic procedures, they offer tailored care for all skin tones, including darker skin types, with a focus on natural-looking results.
7. Lomore Skin & Body
Manning, WA
Lomore Skin & Body is a results-driven skin clinic in Manning, Perth, offering HydraFacial (including new Syndeo), Dermapen 4 skin needling, Venus Viva RF resurfacing, IPL photo rejuvenation, TriBella 3-in-1 photofacial, and HydroPeptide facials. Rated 5.0 stars on Google from 103 reviews.
8. Skin Societe
Karrinyup, WA
Skin Societé Karrinyup is one of six Perth clinics offering clinical skin and cosmetic aesthetic treatments. Services include skin needling, IPL photo rejuvenation, chemical peels, hydrofacial, pigmentation and vascular laser, anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, lip enhancement, and fat dissolving. Staffed by qualified dermal clinicians with memberships and payment plans available.
9. Perth Aesthetics
Innaloo, WA
Perth Aesthetics is a boutique skin and cosmetic clinic in Innaloo, WA, led by Registered Nurse and Dermal Therapist Christine Anderson. Services include cosmetic injectables (undisclosed per TGA regulations), skin needling, Venus Viva resurfacing, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, PRP, LED therapy, and Circadia facials, with MEICET Pro-A skin analysis available.
10. GLASGOW Skin & Health Clinic
Joondalup, WA
Glasgow Skin & Health Clinic in Joondalup, WA is a GP- and Nurse Practitioner-led family clinic offering general practice, cosmetic medicine, dermal therapy, and laser/IPL treatments. Led by Dr Stephen McChord, NP Kelly McChord, and Dr Philip Calderbank, it serves 1000+ patients with personalised, medically grounded skin and health care.
11. LUXE Medical Aesthetics, GP & Skin Cancer Clinic
Karrinyup, WA
LUXE Medical Aesthetics is a doctor-led cosmetic and skin cancer clinic in Karrinyup, Perth, WA, led by Dr. Tessa Kaminski with 13 years' experience. Services include anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, laser treatments, skin needling, peels, pigmentation, and rejuvenation, with a focus on natural results and patient safety.
12. The Skin Doctor WA
Joondalup, WA
The Skin Doctor WA is a primary care dermatology practice in Joondalup, WA, led by Dr. Charles McKibbin. Services include skin cancer detection, general dermatology, laser dermatology, scar management, aesthetic dermatology, acne management, hair loss treatment, and medical grade skincare. No referral required; Medicare rebates available.
13. Ocean Cosmetics Cottesloe
Cottesloe, WA
Ocean Cosmetics Cottesloe is a doctor-led cosmetic clinic founded in 2010 by Dr Gina Messiha and Dr Jessica Wang. Located in Cottesloe and Wembley Downs, WA, the clinic focuses on regenerative aesthetics, advanced technology, and personalised care for natural-looking results.
14. Medical Skin and Laser East Fremantle
East Fremantle, WA
Medical Skin and Laser East Fremantle is a privately owned, doctor-led clinic offering aesthetic and medical skin treatments including anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, laser hair removal, pigmentation treatment, laser skin resurfacing, fat-dissolving injections, and skin needling, alongside skin checks, vascular treatments, and surgical procedures.
15. The Laser Doctor
Mount Pleasant, WA
The Laser Doctor in Mount Pleasant, WA is led by Dr Alizadeh and specialises in laser skin treatments and rapid tattoo removal using Perth's only TRI-BEAM™ laser device. Services include a signature Carbon Facial Treatment and holistic skin care consultations.
16. Alchemy Skin and Laser
Mount Hawthorn, WA
Alchemy Skin and Laser in Mount Hawthorn, WA is led by award-winning Dermal Therapist Rhiannon Mitsopoulos. The clinic specialises in advanced laser and corrective skin treatments, including laser hair removal, bespoke laser facials, skin rejuvenation, pigmentation correction, and exosome regeneration therapies, using technology such as the Clarity II laser.
17. Laser Skin Clinics
Mount Hawthorn, WA
MedAesthetics is a doctor-owned boutique cosmetic clinic group operating since 2009 across seven Perth locations. The Mount Hawthorn clinic offers cosmetic aesthetics, laser and light treatments, non-laser therapies, and body contouring under medical supervision by doctors, registered nurses, and dermal clinicians.
18. Natural Looks Cosmetic Medicine
Subiaco, WA
Natural Looks Cosmetic Medicine is a results-driven medical cosmetic clinic in Subiaco, WA, led by Dr Judy Craig. Services include anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, dermal therapies, device treatments, and body treatments, featuring Morpheus8 fractional radiofrequency and Emsculpt Neo body shaping technology.
19. Stratos Dermatology and Laser
Claremont, WA
Stratos Dermatology and Laser in Claremont, WA is a specialist dermatology clinic offering general dermatology, medical laser treatments (rosacea, pigmentation, acne scarring, leg veins) and cosmetic treatments. Services require GP or specialist referral. Overseen by specialist dermatologists Dr Louise O'Halloran and Dr Sarah Page, both MBBS FACD.
20. About Face Cosmetic Studio
Subiaco, WA
About Face Cosmetic Studio in Subiaco, WA offers cosmetic medical treatments including anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, lip enhancement, skin needling, chemical peels, IPL, and laser treatments. Led by Dr Katina Elfis, the clinic provides professional, discreet care in a friendly environment focused on skin rejuvenation and anti-ageing.
21. Skin Evolution
Subiaco, WA
About Face Cosmetic Studio (operating under Skin Evolution, Subiaco WA) offers cosmetic medical treatments including anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, lip enhancement, skin needling, chemical peels, IPL/laser rejuvenation, and pigmentation treatments. Dr Katina Elfis leads the clinic, holding memberships with the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery and CPCA.
22. CACI Clinic
Claremont, WA
CACI Clinic in Claremont, WA specialises in results-driven, non-invasive facials and skin treatments. Services include CACI Synergy treatments, CACI Non-Surgical Facelift, facials and peels, and laser skin repair, using researched products and techniques aimed at long-term skin health outcomes.
23. Reveal IPL & Skin Clinic
Subiaco, WA
Natural Looks Cosmetic Medicine is a medical cosmetic clinic in Subiaco, WA led by Dr Judy Craig. Services include anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, chemical peels, Morpheus8 fractional RF skin needling, Emsculpt Neo body shaping, and a range of dermal therapies and device treatments.
24. Absolute Cosmetic Medicine Perth CBD
Perth, WA
Absolute Cosmetic Medicine Perth CBD is located at Raine Square, Shop GF37/300 Murray Street, Perth WA. Opened December 2019, the luxury clinic offers anti-wrinkle injections, IPL hair removal, IPL photo rejuvenation, chemical peels, microneedling, microdermabrasion, CoolSculpting, and laser treatments. Open Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM–5:30 PM.
25. Luum Aesthetics
West Perth, WA
Lúum Aesthetics in West Perth is a medical aesthetics clinic staffed by one Nurse Practitioner, five Registered Nurses, and two Dermal Therapists with over 65 years combined experience. They offer non-surgical cosmetic and skin treatments targeting ageing, pigmentation, acne, rosacea, and facial balancing using a holistic, multimodality approach.
26. Bramis Facial Rejuvenation Clinic
Inglewood, WA
Bramis Facial Rejuvenation Clinic in Inglewood (and 3 other WA locations) is a multi-award-winning clinic led by Dr Mela, a former eye surgeon and twice-voted Top 100 Global Injector. Offering advanced medical, dermal and laser treatments, free consultations with doctors, nurses and dermal therapists, and medical-grade skincare.
27. Shape of You Perth
North Perth, WA
Shape of You Perth is a North Perth, WA clinic offering advanced non-surgical skin, laser and body treatments. Services include HIFU lifting (Ultraformer MPT™), Venus Viva MD™ resurfacing, Dermapen4™ skin needling, Clatuu Alpha™ fat freezing, Hollywood Spectra™ laser rejuvenation, Lumenis M22 IPL, and Venus Glow™ HydraFacial, delivered by experienced clinicians.
28. Al Nour Skin Centre
West Perth, WA
Al Nour Skin Centre is a doctor-led private billing clinic in West Perth, WA, with over 19 years' experience. Services include skin cancer checks and treatment, anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, fat-dissolving, IPL, laser resurfacing, CoolSculpting, skin needling, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and IPL hair removal. Medicare rebates available; no referral required.
29. DermAesthetics
Subiaco, WA
DermAesthetics is an award-winning cosmetic dermatological laser clinic established in 2017 in Subiaco, WA. Led by Dr Ehsan Jadoon, it specialises in advanced anti-ageing treatments including Fractional CO2 laser, CoolSculpting fat reduction, skin rejuvenation, thread lifts, and Thermage FLX skin tightening.
30. La Belle Peau
North Perth, WA
La Belle Peau is an award-winning skincare clinic in North Perth, operating since 2007 with over 150,000 treatments performed. Services include Dermapen skin needling, clinical peels, Clear + Brilliant laser, Genius RF microneedling, Hollywood Spectra laser, cryobroadlight, clinical facials, exosome therapy, laser tattoo removal, and cosmeceutical retail.
31. COCO Skin Clinic
North Fremantle, WA
COCO Skin Clinic operates in North Fremantle and Stirling, WA. Led by Dr. Jane Lucas, the clinic offers three pillars: skin treatments (including HydraFacial and clinical facials), laser and light therapies (BBL, HALO laser), and medical cosmetics (anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers). Consultations begin with clinical skin analysis and imaging.
32. Ocean Cosmetics Wembley Downs
Wembley Downs, WA
Ocean Cosmetics is a premium doctor-led cosmetic clinic in Wembley Downs and Cottesloe, WA, founded in 2010 by Dr Gina Messiha and Dr Jessica Wang. Specialising in regenerative aesthetics and natural results, the clinic combines advanced technology with personalised care for long-term skin health.
33. Skin Societe
Cottesloe, WA
Skin Societé is a multi-location Perth skin clinic with a Cottesloe branch offering skin needling, chemical peels, HydraFacial, IPL photo rejuvenation, pigmentation and vascular laser, anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, lip enhancement, and fat dissolving. Staffed by qualified dermal clinicians, they offer memberships and payment instalments.
34. Ora Skin
North Perth, WA
Ora Skin is a paramedical skin clinic in North Perth, WA, operating for over 30 years. Services include IPL, skin needling (Dermapen 4), HydraFacial Syndeo, Fraxel Pixel RF, medical-grade peels, laser hair removal, DMK paramedical treatments, LED light therapy, and body treatments for men, women, and teens.
35. Jessicat's Medi-Spa
Greenwood, WA
Jessicat's Medi-Spa in Greenwood, Perth is a boutique clinic founded by Jessica Lawson (Jessicat), a 12-year aesthetic veteran. Specialising in healthy ageing and non-surgical treatments for mature women, the clinic uses technologies including RF, HIFU, RF microneedling, plasma fibroblast, and microcurrent muscle therapy.
36. Dr Carol's Aesthetic Medicine
East Perth, WA
Dr Carol's Aesthetic Medicine is a non-surgical skincare clinic in East Perth, WA, led by Dr Carol Wang (PhD, RN, RAc). Offering facial rejuvenation, skin tightening and resurfacing, and pigmentation and vascular treatments, the clinic focuses on evidence-based, results-driven aesthetic medicine.
37. Skin Room Perth
Mount Lawley, WA
Skin Room Perth is a skin and aesthetics clinic in Mount Lawley specialising in advanced skin treatments and medical aesthetics. Founded by Shelley Reid, the clinic prioritises thorough skin consultations, written treatment plans and follow-up care. Services include skin needling, chemical peels, IPL, laser, facials and medical aesthetics.
38. Absolute Cosmetic Perth - Nedlands
Nedlands, WA
Absolute Cosmetic Nedlands, the clinic's founding location operating for over 30 years, offers surgical and non-surgical cosmetic treatments including laser hair removal, IPL photo rejuvenation, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, CoolSculpting, laser skin resurfacing, and wrinkle consultations. It includes an accredited day hospital for surgical procedures. Located at 2/21 Stirling Hwy, Nedlands WA 6009.
39. Absolute Cosmetic Joondalup
Joondalup, WA
Absolute Cosmetic Joondalup, open since November 2016, is located in Lakeside Joondalup Shopping Centre. Led by Medical Director Dr Glenn Murray and Senior Nurse Stephanie Murray, with cosmetic physician Dr Grainne Farrell on-site. Services include anti-wrinkle injections, IPL, laser hair removal, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, skin rejuvenation, and laser skin resurfacing.
40. SkinBox
East Fremantle, WA
SkinBox is a medical aesthetics clinic in East Fremantle, WA, staffed by doctors and dermal therapists. Services include anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, skin needling, chemical peels, laser resurfacing, pigmentation treatment, and skin rejuvenation. The clinic also offers menopause management, body contouring, and a bespoke Universkin cosmeceutical skin bar.
41. Skintique Cosmetic Clinic
Joondalup, WA
Skintique Cosmetic Clinic in Joondalup, WA offers cosmetic medical treatments, IPL, skin needling, advanced skin and body treatments, facials, cosmetic tattooing, waxing, and teeth whitening. Staffed by registered nurses and dermal and beauty therapists with over 70 years' collective experience. Membership program available for $99/month.
42. Skin & Medical Northbridge
Perth, WA
Skin & Medical Northbridge is a Perth medical centre established in 2012, offering general practice, skin cancer checks, laser dermatology (including Laser Genesis and Pico Genesis for rejuvenation and pigmentation), specialist consultations, vasectomy, and allied health services including physiotherapy, chiropractic, and psychology.
43. Everything Skin by Dr Salon
Bicton, WA
Everything Skin by Dr Salon is a doctor-led skin clinic in Bicton, WA, offering cosmetic injectables, laser treatments, skin needling, chemical peels, PRP, HIFU, thread lifts and advanced skin technologies. Consultations are personalised with a focus on patient safety, education and natural-looking outcomes.
44. COCO Skin Clinic Stirling
Stirling, WA
COCO Skin Clinic Stirling (WA) offers medical cosmetic treatments, laser and light therapies, and clinical skin treatments across three pillars. Services include anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, HydraFacial, BBL skin rejuvenation, laser resurfacing, pigmentation treatment, and skin needling. Led by Dr. Jane Lucas with Nurse MaryAnn on the team.
45. Absolute Cosmetic Applecross
Applecross, WA
Absolute Cosmetic Applecross, located at 769 Canning Highway, is a cosmetic, skin and laser clinic founded by Dr. Glenn Murray and Stephanie Murray. Services include laser resurfacing, IPL, anti-wrinkle injections, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, laser hair removal, CoolSculpting, and more. Dr. David Syed specialises in device-based treatments on-site.
46. Laser Skin Care Australia
South Perth, WA
Laser Skin Care Australia is a dermatologist-led medical cosmetic and laser clinic in South Perth, operating since 1997. It offers anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, lip volumising, fat-dissolving, skin needling, HydraFacial, IPL, Fraxel and CO2 laser resurfacing, laser hair removal, pigmentation treatment, and PRP-based Factor4 skin rejuvenation.
47. SKYN®
Subiaco, WA
SKYN® is a cosmetic clinic in Subiaco, WA, operating since 2004 (22 years). Offering a broad range of skin, aesthetic, and laser services, the clinic takes a consultation-led approach with qualified practitioners. Located at 80 Hay Street, Subiaco. Contact: 08 9389 9022.
48. Skin Resus
Floreat, WA
Skin Resus is a cosmetic clinic in Floreat, Perth, led by Dr David Main. Services include injectables (anti-wrinkle, dermal fillers, lip fillers), IPL rejuvenation, IPL hair removal, chemical peels, and laser treatments. All procedures are performed by medically qualified doctors and clinicians using state-of-the-art equipment.
49. Medical Skin and Laser
Kalamunda, WA
Medical Skin and Laser in Kalamunda, WA is a privately owned, doctor-led clinic offering personalised aesthetic and medical skin treatments including anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, laser skin resurfacing, pigmentation treatment, laser hair removal, skin needling, and fat-dissolving injections, alongside skin checks and surgical procedures.
50. Auspoint Medical Cosmetic Clinic
Como, WA
Auspoint Medical Cosmetic Clinic in Como, WA offers a broad range of treatments including wrinkle relaxers, dermal fillers, HydraFacial, IPL, PRP, skin needling, chemical peels, CO2 laser resurfacing, double chin therapy, and pigmentation treatments, using advanced technologies such as HIFU, Enlighten III, and Venus devices.
51. Clear Skincare Clinic Mt Lawley
Mount Lawley, WA
Clear Skincare Mt Lawley is located at Shop 2A, 609 Beaufort St, Mt Lawley WA 6050. Services include HydraFacial, microdermabrasion, microneedling, MediPeels, IPL skin rejuvenation, laser hair removal, pigmentation treatment, laser resurfacing, and cosmetic aesthetics including anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, and lip volume treatments.
52. Perth Skin Specialists
South Perth, WA
Perth Skin Specialists is a fully accredited dermatology clinic in South Perth, WA, offering medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology for adults and children. Services include skin cancer screening, acne management, laser and cosmetic treatments. Three FACD-qualified dermatologists lead the practice, with appointments by referral.
53. Clear Skincare Clinic Fremantle
Fremantle, WA
Clear Skincare Clinic Fremantle, located at 117 High Street, offers laser hair removal, cosmetic aesthetics (anti-wrinkle, fillers, lip volume), HydraFacial, microdermabrasion, microneedling, chemical peels, IPL rejuvenation, pigmentation and laser skin treatments. Open Monday–Saturday; walk-ins welcome.
54. Hollywood Skin Cosmetic
East Perth, WA
Hollywood Skin Cosmetic in East Perth offers IPL photo rejuvenation, pigmentation treatment, skin resurfacing via Venus Versa, chemical peels (GREEN PEEL), and skin rejuvenation with Exilis Ultra 360 radiofrequency. Additional technologies include BTL Emsella and HIFU body contouring. No practitioners are named on the website.
55. Clear Skincare Clinic Claremont
Claremont, WA
Clear Skincare Clinic Claremont is located at 1/1 Leura Ave, Claremont WA 6010. Services include HydraFacial, microdermabrasion, microneedling, chemical peels, IPL rejuvenation, laser hair removal, pigmentation treatment, laser skin resurfacing, and cosmetic aesthetics including anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, and lip treatments. Complimentary skin consultations are offered.
56. Novamed Aesthetic Studio
Stirling, WA
Novamed Aesthetic Studio in Stirling, WA offers doctor-led cosmetic treatments including anti-wrinkle injections, dermal and lip fillers, microneedling, PRP, chemical peels, IPL photo-rejuvenation, carbon laser peels, pigmentation treatment, laser hair removal, and body sculpting with EMSculpt and EMTone. All treatments follow a medical consultation.
57. South Perth Specialist Skin Cancer Centre - Dr Tim Elliott
South Perth, WA
South Perth Dermatology and Specialist Skin Cancer Centre focuses on detection and management of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers. Services include Mohs Surgery, PDT, CO2 laser and medical treatments. Five dermatologists practise at the clinic, located in South Perth, WA, open Monday to Friday.
58. Subi Derm
Subiaco, WA
Subi Derm in Subiaco, WA is a medical, laser and surgical dermatology clinic led by Dr Stephanie Weston (FACD) and Dr Esmee Cordes (GP). Services include medical dermatology, paediatric dermatology, laser treatments and minor surgical procedures. The clinic treats patients of all ages and skin types, including children.
59. Dr Maysa Abu Laban
West Perth, WA
Al Nour Skin Centre is a doctor-led private billing clinic in West Perth, WA, with over 19 years' experience. Services include skin cancer checks, anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, fat-dissolving, IPL, laser resurfacing, CoolSculpting, skin needling, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and IPL hair removal. Medicare rebates available; no referral required.
60. Perth Cosmetic Dermatology
Nedlands, WA
Perth Cosmetic Dermatology is a doctor-led clinic in Nedlands, WA, offering advanced laser rejuvenation, device-based treatments, and dermal therapies. Treatments address wrinkles, pigmentation, scarring, redness, and more. Located at Hollywood Medical Centre, open Tuesday–Friday. Current packages include Fraxel and Excel V laser promotions.
What is laser skin resurfacing?
Laser skin resurfacing uses focused light energy to treat the surface and deeper layers of the skin. Most modern treatments use fractional lasers, which deliver the laser in tiny columns rather than treating the whole surface at once. This leaves areas of untreated skin between the treated zones, which speeds healing and lowers the risk of complications.
The controlled injury prompts your skin to produce fresh collagen and replace damaged tissue with smoother, healthier skin over the following weeks. It's commonly used to improve:
- Acne scarring and other textured scarring
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Sun damage and pigmentation
- Enlarged pores and general skin texture
- Some surgical or injury scars
Lasers are broadly grouped into ablative (which remove the outer skin layers, with more dramatic results and longer downtime) and non-ablative (which heat deeper tissue with minimal surface disruption and less downtime). Your practitioner should recommend a device and setting based on your skin type, concern and how much recovery time you can manage.
What to expect
A proper consultation comes first. The practitioner should assess your skin, discuss your goals, review your medical history and explain realistic outcomes. People with darker skin tones need particular care, as some lasers carry a higher risk of pigmentation changes — an experienced clinician will choose settings and devices accordingly.
On the day, your skin is cleansed and a topical numbing cream is usually applied. Treatment time varies from around 20 to 60 minutes depending on the area. You'll often feel heat or a prickling sensation. Afterwards the skin may look red, feel hot and resemble sunburn. With fractional ablative lasers you may experience some swelling, peeling or a bronzed, sandpaper-like texture for several days.
Downtime depends on the laser and intensity:
- Light non-ablative treatments: a day or two of redness
- Moderate fractional treatments: 3–7 days of redness, flaking and swelling
- Stronger ablative treatments: 1–2 weeks of more significant healing
Most people need a course of treatments (commonly 3–5 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart) for concerns like acne scarring, rather than a single session. Diligent sun protection is essential before and after.
Typical Perth price ranges
Pricing varies widely depending on the device, the area treated, the clinic and the practitioner's experience. As a general guide only, in Australia you can expect:
- Single fractional session (face): roughly $300–$900
- Stronger ablative sessions: $800–$2,000+
- Course packages: often discounted versus per-session pricing
These figures are indicative and change over time. Always request a written quote at your consultation, and be cautious of prices that seem unusually low — quality, safety and results matter more than the cheapest deal.
How to choose a clinic in Perth
Perth has many skin and laser clinics, and the quality of your result depends heavily on the operator. When comparing clinics:
- Check the practitioner's qualifications and experience with your specific concern and skin type.
- Ask which laser device they use and why it suits you — different devices treat different concerns.
- Look for genuine before-and-after photos of patients with similar skin and concerns.
- Read reviews critically, noting both the rating and the number of reviews for context.
- Make sure you have a thorough consultation before committing, ideally including a patch test.
This page features a range of well-reviewed Perth clinics across suburbs including West Perth, Perth CBD, Mount Hawthorn, Claremont, Subiaco, Cottesloe, Northbridge, Como and South Perth — so you can shortlist options near you and book consultations to compare.
AHPRA and safety considerations
Laser treatments carry real risks if performed incorrectly, including burns, scarring, infection and long-lasting pigmentation changes. Western Australia has specific regulations around the use of certain lasers and intense pulsed light (IPL) devices, so it's worth choosing a clinic that operates within current WA requirements.
Where a treatment is performed or supervised by a medical professional — such as a doctor, nurse or dermatologist — you can verify their registration on the AHPRA register (ahpra.gov.au). For procedures involving medical assessment, prescription products or stronger ablative lasers, confirm that a suitably qualified, AHPRA-registered practitioner is involved.
Don't be shy about asking who will actually perform your treatment, what training they've completed, and how complications would be managed.
Questions to ask before booking
- What laser device will you use, and why is it right for my skin and concern?
- How many sessions will I likely need, and over what timeframe?
- What downtime should I realistically expect?
- Have you treated my skin type and concern before — can I see examples?
- What are the risks, and how do you manage complications?
- Who performs the treatment, and are they AHPRA-registered (where applicable)?
- Will you do a patch test first?
- What's the total cost, including any follow-up sessions?
A reputable clinic will welcome these questions and give clear, honest answers — including being upfront if laser resurfacing isn't the best option for you.
Other treatments in Perth
Or read the full laser skin resurfacing guide, or browse all Perth clinics.
Frequently asked questions
How much does laser skin resurfacing cost in Perth?
As a general guide, a single fractional facial session in Australia typically ranges from around $300 to $900, with stronger ablative treatments costing $800 to $2,000 or more. Many clinics offer discounted course packages. These ranges are indicative only — always get a written quote at your consultation, as pricing varies by device, area and clinic.
How much downtime should I expect?
Downtime depends on the laser and intensity. Light non-ablative treatments may cause just a day or two of redness, moderate fractional treatments often involve 3–7 days of redness and flaking, and stronger ablative treatments can require 1–2 weeks of healing. Your practitioner can tailor the treatment to the recovery time you can manage.
Is laser skin resurfacing safe?
When performed by a trained, experienced practitioner on suitable skin, laser resurfacing is generally safe. However, it carries real risks including burns, scarring, infection and pigmentation changes, particularly for darker skin tones. Choosing an appropriately qualified clinician, having a consultation and patch test, and following aftercare instructions all help reduce risk.
How do I check a Perth clinic is properly regulated?
Western Australia has specific rules around laser and IPL use, so choose a clinic that operates within current WA requirements. Where a doctor, nurse or dermatologist is involved, you can verify their registration on the AHPRA register at ahpra.gov.au. Always ask who will perform your treatment and what training they hold.
How do I choose the right clinic for laser resurfacing?
Compare clinics on practitioner experience with your specific concern and skin type, the laser devices they use, genuine before-and-after photos, and reviews (considering both the rating and number of reviews). Book a consultation to ask questions before committing, and don't choose on price alone — quality and safety are more important.