Fractio in Paris

Refined skin renewal, thoughtfully controlled.

“Fractio” is a common term for fractional resurfacing, which is a method of treating only a small area of the skin in a certain way. The device doesn’t treat the whole area the same way. Instead, it makes thousands of tiny columns of stimulation while leaving skin that hasn’t been treated in between. This design is what makes it possible to see improvement and have an easier recovery than with older, fully ablative resurfacing methods.

Dr. Kevin Haddad does not see Fractio as a one-size-fits-all “skin polishing” session. It’s a medical-grade skin remodelling treatment that takes into account your skin’s thickness, sensitivity, lifestyle, and the exact change you want to see.

A resurfacing approach that respects the skin barrier

Fractional resurfacing is based on a simple idea: small injuries lead to big improvements. By making controlled micro-columns of treatment, the skin is encouraged to heal, improve its texture, and remodel collagen.

The untreated areas help the skin heal and re-epithelialize faster. That is why it can be used to treat acne scars, fine lines, enlarged pores, uneven skin texture, and some pigmentation problems, as long as the settings and patient selection are right.

What “fractional” really changes

Fractional technology lets the practitioner have more say over how much downtime and results they get. Fractional resurfacing can be ablative (removing small columns of tissue) or non-ablative (heating tissue without removing the surface).

The choice you make will affect how red, how much peeling, how long it takes to heal, and how intense the collagen remodelling is. Dr. Kevin Haddad’s top priority is to find the right approach for your skin type and the results you want. This way, you won’t get settings that are too mild to make a difference or too harsh for your skin type and lifestyle.

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What Fractio can improve

When the goal is to improve quality, such as making the texture smoother, the pores look tighter, the fine lines softer, and the surface more even, fractio is usually the most satisfying. Dr. Kevin Haddad first maps out your main concern, then picks the best depth and coverage to treat it without causing extra irritation.

Acne scars and rough skin, especially when the surface looks “broken” or uneven
Fine lines and early creasing, which can make the look softer over time by remodelling collagen
Bigger pores and roughness that make the skin look better overall without changing the way the face looks
Changes in texture and dullness from the sun, when the skin looks tired or uneven
Some stretch marks and body texture issues, but only in certain cases with realistic expectations

Not a filtered look is the goal. In normal light, skin looks healthier, more even, and more polished.

Dose design: depth, density, and why it must be personalised

With fractional resurfacing, the outcome depends heavily on how the treatment is “dosed”: depth, energy, density of micro-columns, and the number of passes. These settings should not be copied from someone else’s protocol because scar type, skin thickness, and pigment sensitivity vary widely.

Dr. Kevin Haddad’s planning typically focuses on producing change while staying within a safety zone that fits your skin behaviour. This is especially important for patients who are prone to post-inflammatory pigmentation or prolonged redness, where over-treatment can create the opposite of what you wanted.

Comfort, redness, and the honest downtime window

Fractio isn’t always “lunchtime.” It can still feel hot, sting, and be tender for a short time, even when it’s bearable. People often use numbing to make treatment less painful. You might notice redness, warmth, mild swelling, and a rough texture on the skin as it heals.

The more intense the session, the more obvious the downtime is. Dr. Kevin Haddad makes sure that the plan fits with your real calendar, so you won’t be surprised by peeling or long-lasting redness when you have work or social obligations.

Skin tone and pigment sensitivity: a key safety conversation

Fractional resurfacing can be used across a range of skin tones, but pigment sensitivity varies from person to person. The risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is influenced by skin type, history of pigmentation, sun exposure, and the intensity of treatment.

This is why conservative settings, pre-treatment preparation (when needed), and strict sun avoidance are not “extras”, they are part of the treatment’s success. Dr. Kevin Haddad treats this as a central planning point, not a footnote, because a beautiful result is one that heals cleanly and evenly.

Aftercare that protects the result

Aftercare is what turns good resurfacing into a great result. The skin is more sensitive for a short time, and the goal is to help the barrier heal while avoiding things that can cause irritation or dark spots. Dr. Kevin Haddad makes sure that aftercare is useful and strict enough to make a difference.

To help your barrier heal, use a mild cleanser and a basic moisturiser.
Don’t use scrubs, acids, retinoids, or “active” products until the skin has fully healed.
Don’t pick, rub, or force peeling; let the skin shed on its own.
Use a lot of sun protection and stay out of the sun while you’re healing.
In the first few days of recovery, stay away from things that make you hot, like saunas, very hot showers, and hard workouts.

When aftercare is done right, the skin tends to calm down faster, and the final tone and texture look smoother and more even.

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