MOXI Laser Therapy at MED YU MED Dubai is a gentle non-ablative fractional laser treatment for skin tone, texture, pigmentation, sun damage, enlarged pores, dullness and early signs of ageing. The procedure uses a 1927 nm thulium laser to create controlled micro-zones in the skin, supporting renewal without aggressive resurfacing or long downtime.
<p class="isSelectedEnd">MOXI may be selected for patients looking for light laser resurfacing, skin rejuvenation, brighter tone, smoother texture and a fresher glow. It can help improve the appearance of uneven skin tone, superficial pigmentation, early sun damage, fine lines, enlarged pores, post-acne marks and rough skin texture. Because the treatment is non-ablative, it is often used as a maintenance or “prejuvenation” laser for patients who want gradual skin quality improvement.</p>
<p class="isSelectedEnd">At MED YU MED, MOXI can be performed on the full face, neck, décolleté or combined areas such as face + neck, face + décolleté and face + neck + décolleté. For patients with pigmentation, acne-related concerns, redness or rosacea-prone skin, MOXI may also be combined with BBL protocols after doctor assessment.</p>
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Every MOXI treatment starts with a skin consultation. The doctor checks skin type, pigmentation activity, recent sun exposure, sensitivity, acne status, rosacea tendency, previous procedures and the patient’s main goal before selecting the treatment intensity and area. This is important because even gentle laser resurfacing must be adjusted to reduce the risk of irritation, burns or post-inflammatory pigmentation.</p>
Not a treatment for deep wrinkles or heavy scarring — those need a stronger plan.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Recent sun exposure or active tan on the treatment area
- Photosensitising medication (e.g. isotretinoin, some antibiotics), after doctor assessment
- Active infection, herpes or open wounds in the treatment area
- History of keloid or abnormal scarring
- Skin cancer or suspicious pigmented lesions in the treatment area
This list is not exhaustive. Other conditions, medicines and previous treatments may also rule the treatment out or change the plan. Final suitability is determined by a clinician at an in-person assessment.
- Full face
- Face + neck
- Face + décolleté
- Face + neck + décolleté
- Neck
- Décolleté
- Areas with pigmentation or sun damage, after doctor assessment
- Areas with enlarged pores or uneven texture
- Areas suitable for MOXI + BBL combination protocols
Photos from our practice. Results differ from person to person, and the doctor confirms the number of sessions at your consultation.
MOXI laser in Dubai gives skin a gentle reset rather than an aggressive resurfacing. At MED YU MED the treatment runs on the Sciton MOXI, a 1927 nm non-ablative fractional laser that targets the early signs of ageing — uneven tone, dullness and rough texture — without the heavy peeling of stronger lasers. The laser delivers energy in microscopic columns across the skin, prompting renewal while leaving most of the surface intact, so recovery stays short.
That balance suits Dubai, where sun exposure is constant and few people can spare a week of downtime. Because MOXI is non-ablative and works at a wavelength with a wider safety margin, it can be used through the year and across a broader range of skin tones than aggressive resurfacing lasers. Treatment is carried out by a DHA-licensed medical team. Results vary between individuals, and a consultation confirms the plan before the first session.
MOXI is a fractional laser, which means it treats a fraction of the skin at a time rather than the whole surface. The 1927 nm wavelength is absorbed by water in the skin and delivered as a grid of microscopic channels, heating narrow columns of tissue while the skin between them is spared, which is what keeps healing short. Those intact zones speed healing, which is what keeps downtime short and makes the laser gentle enough for first-time and younger patients.
Because the treatment is non-ablative, it does not vaporise the surface the way ablative resurfacing does; it works beneath the surface to even tone and refresh texture. MOXI sits on the Sciton MJoule platform, which also carries BBL BroadBand Light, so the two are often paired in one visit to address both pigment colour and skin texture. The clinician sets the energy and number of passes to your skin and goal. The full device specification sits on the Sciton MJoule device page.
Skin assessment, Fitzpatrick skin-type review and medical history set the energy and number of passes. A patch test may be advised for darker phototypes.
The skin is cleansed and a numbing cream is applied for comfort, then protective eyewear is fitted.
The MOXI handpiece is passed over the face in even passes, usually taking 20-30 minutes including numbing time. Most patients feel warmth and a light prickling.
Gentle skincare and daily SPF are advised. Sessions repeat across a short course as tone and texture refine.
Skin often looks brighter within days of a MOXI session, once the initial flush settles, with tone and texture refining over the following weeks as the skin renews. Most people benefit from a short course of three to four sessions spaced a few weeks apart rather than relying on one treatment, and many return for maintenance once or twice a year. Because MOXI is a gentle, non-ablative laser, each session makes a measured improvement rather than one dramatic change. Results vary between individuals, and the clinician sets the number of sessions to your skin and goals.
Skin quality work is planned as a course of several sessions spaced about a month apart, and the doctor adjusts the number after seeing how your skin responds to the first pass.
Downtime is short. Skin usually feels warm and looks flushed, a little like mild sunburn, for a few hours to a day after treatment. Over the next two to three days it takes on a fine, sandpaper texture and a light bronzing as the treated channels work to the surface and flake away — let them shed on their own rather than picking. Use gentle skincare and daily SPF, and avoid sun, saunas and strong actives for a few days. Most people return to work the next day, but plan around the bronzing and flaking rather than expecting the skin to look normal straight away.
Risks and side effects. Redness, warmth, fine sandpaper texture and light bronzing for two to three days are expected rather than unusual, and makeup over them is a compromise rather than a clean return to normal. Less common: swelling that lasts longer, burns and blistering, infection, a cold sore flare-up, and pigment change — post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is the risk that matters most on skin types IV to VI, and it can take months to fade. The skin between the treated channels is spared, not immune: it still needs sun protection while it heals. Protective eyewear is worn throughout the session, and treatment near the eyes carries a risk of ocular injury. Tell us about photosensitising medicines such as isotretinoin, doxycycline or St John’s wort, about recent sun exposure or tanning, and about a history of cold sores, since antiviral cover is usually started before a facial treatment. Moles and pigmented lesions are examined by a doctor before treatment.
When to contact us urgently. Call MED YU MED on +971 52 184 5011 (daily 10:00–22:00) if you develop a blister or an open area of skin, a burn, pain that increases rather than eases after the first day, redness and heat spreading beyond the treated area, discharge or fever, or a dark or white patch of skin that was not there before. Eye pain or any change in vision after a treatment near the eyes needs assessment the same day. Outside our opening hours, go to the nearest emergency department or call 998 for an ambulance — do not wait for the clinic to reopen.
For three to five days the skin shows MENDS, microscopic darkened specks that look like coffee grounds and shed on their own. Do not scrub or exfoliate them off. Because the laser is non-ablative and does not remove the epidermis, treatment can be scheduled year-round in Dubai provided you keep to daily SPF.
| Protocol | Price |
|---|---|
| Full face | 2500 AED · course x3: 7499 · 5+1: 12500 AED |
| Face + neck | 3300 AED · course x3: 9899 · 5+1: 16500 AED |
| Face + décolleté | 4000 AED · course x3: 11999 · 5+1: 20000 AED |
| Face + décolleté + neck | 4300 AED · course x3: 12899 · 5+1: 21500 AED |
| Neck | 2500 AED · course x3: 7499 · 5+1: 12500 AED |
| Décolleté | 2500 AED · course x3: 7499 · 5+1: 12500 AED |
| MOXI + BBL (pigment/rosacea/acne) | 3600 AED · course x3: 10799 · 5+1: 18000 AED |
| MOXI + BBL Forever Young | 4400 AED · course x3: 13199 · 5+1: 22000 AED |
Final protocol and cost are set after consultation and depend on the treatment area, the number of sessions and the plan agreed with your doctor. See the full price list.
At MED YU MED MOXI laser starts from 2500 AED per session. Course packages and combined BBL + MOXI protocols are priced per plan, since cost depends on the area and the number of sessions. A consultation gives you an exact quote.
Most people benefit from a short course of three to four sessions spaced a few weeks apart, then maintenance once or twice a year. MOXI is a gentle laser, so improvement builds over the course rather than from a single visit. Results vary between individuals.
During treatment most patients feel warmth and a light prickling rather than pain, and a numbing cream is applied first for comfort. The session is short, and the sensation settles quickly once it finishes.
Skin looks flushed for a few hours to a day, then takes on a fine, sandpaper texture and light bronzing for two to three days as the treated channels flake away. Use SPF and gentle skincare; most people return to normal activity straight away.
MOXI is a non-ablative 1927 nm laser with a wider safety margin, which makes it usable across a broader range of skin tones than ablative resurfacing. The clinician still assesses your Fitzpatrick type and may run a patch test to set safe parameters.
MOXI is a fractional laser that resurfaces texture and tone, while BBL is broadband light that targets pigment colour, redness and broken capillaries. They run on the same MJoule platform and are often combined in one visit to treat both texture and colour.
Redness, warmth, a sandpaper texture and light bronzing for two to three days are expected. Less common: prolonged swelling, burns and blistering, infection, a cold sore flare-up and pigment change. Darkening after inflammation is the main risk on darker skin types and can take months to settle, which is why sun protection during healing is not optional. Eye protection is worn throughout. Tell the doctor about photosensitising medicines, recent sun exposure and any history of cold sores before booking.
Dermatologist & Aesthetic Medicine Doctor, 8 years' experience
DHA License No. 35044799-002
Last reviewed July 2026
The information on this page does not replace a medical consultation. Results are individual. Indications and contraindications are determined by a specialist at an in-person appointment.
