Laser skin treatments in Etobicoke
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Dark marks, razor bumps and acne scars can need different kinds of care, even when they appear together. LaserLite Solutions offers skin treatments in Etobicoke with particular attention to darker skin tones, including Fitzpatrick types IV to VI, while welcoming all appropriate skin types.
Malik Gardner builds your plan around the concern, your skin’s history and the improvement you want to see. Fall and winter can be a practical time to begin, when reduced sun exposure may make preparation and recovery easier. Sun protection still matters throughout treatment.
Careful planning for darker skin tones
Skin rich in melanin can be more prone to dark marks after irritation. Malik considers your history of pigmentation, tanning, previous procedures and healing when choosing the treatment and settings.
Your plan may include skin preparation, a test spot when appropriate and time between treatments to review healing. The aim is to improve the concern while carefully managing the risk of further pigment changes.
Razor bumps and ingrown hairs
Repeated shaving bumps can leave the beard and neck feeling irritated and marked. Often called pseudofolliculitis barbae, or PFB, these bumps occur when hairs grow back into the skin.
Laser hair reduction may help reduce the hair-related trigger. Malik considers your hair pattern, preferred beard appearance and current irritation when planning treatment. Dark marks left behind may need a separate approach once the recurring irritation is better controlled.
Skin concerns we can discuss
Dark marks and hyperpigmentation
Dark marks can remain after acne, shaving irritation or injury. This is known as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, or PIH. Your plan considers what caused the marks, whether irritation is continuing and how your skin has responded to previous care.
Treatment may combine suitable laser options with skincare and sun protection to work toward a more even appearance.
Melasma
Melasma is a chronic pigmentary condition that causes patches of discolouration, often on the face, that can fade and return over time. A plan may include pigment management, sun protection and selected laser treatment when appropriate. Malik will discuss preparation and whether medical assessment is needed to guide care.
Because melasma is a recurring condition, ongoing management is often necessary rather than expecting permanent pigment removal.
Scars and uneven texture
Acne scars, surgical scars and scars from injury vary in depth, colour and texture. Resurfacing or treatment that encourages collagen changes may improve selected features. Malik considers the scar’s age, previous treatment and any history of raised scars or delayed healing.
Active acne and acne scars
Active breakouts, the marks they leave and textural scars are different concerns. Ongoing acne may need medical treatment before scar work begins. Once the priority is clear, suitable laser treatment may help improve selected marks or scar features.
Redness and visible vessels
Laser treatment may reduce selected visible vessels and some redness associated with rosacea. Your skin’s sensitivity, the cause of the redness and previous reactions guide the approach. Rosacea may also require ongoing medical care and skincare.
Resurfacing and skin rejuvenation
Resurfacing may improve selected concerns involving texture, fine lines and skin quality. The method and intensity are matched to your skin, healing history and the recovery time you can accommodate.
The Fotona SP Dynamis MAX provides 1064 nm Nd:YAG and 2940 nm Er:YAG options, allowing Malik to choose different approaches for the skin surface and deeper tissue.
Unwanted hair
Laser hair reduction may help with unwanted facial or body hair and repeated shaving irritation. Hair colour, thickness, growth patterns and skin characteristics influence the plan. Several appointments are usually needed because hair grows in cycles.
Malik Gardner, RLT, LSO, BKin
Meet Malik
Trained for precision. Grounded in safety.
His grandfather’s recovery from a stroke shaped Malik’s interest in rehabilitation and helping people regain independence. He brings that attention to individual needs to skin care, alongside Advanced Clinical Training in Fotona Dynamis Max Laser Systems & Applications through Clarion Medical Technologies.
Your Comprehensive Skin Assessment
Your 45 to 60 minute assessment with Malik includes your concern, health history, medications, skincare, previous procedures and healing history. He also reviews recent tanning, pigment changes and any tendency toward raised scars.
You will discuss a personalized plan covering treatment options, expected improvement, session spacing, comfort, recovery, risks, preparation and aftercare.
Consultations are $100. Your consultation fee is credited toward treatment if treatment begins within 30 days. Full booking and cancellation terms are available in our booking policy. Recommended treatment and any required skincare costs are explained before you decide to proceed.
Treatments are self pay. Check with your Health Spending Account administrator to see whether your plan may cover the service; coverage is not guaranteed.
Your care may work alongside your physician’s or dermatologist’s recommendations when medical treatment is also needed.
Laser treatment can cause burns, pigment changes, infection or scarring. Careful planning and aftercare help manage these risks. A new, changing or unexplained skin lesion needs medical assessment before cosmetic treatment. Results vary from person to person, and no specific result can be guaranteed.
Skin Treatment Pricing
| Treatment and coverage | Packages | Maintenance, after reassessment | Home care kit | Additional Note |
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| PIH / hyperpigmentation (face only) | 3 sessions: $1,200 (Save $150) 5 sessions: $1,900 (Save $350) |
$350 | Pigment Control Kit: $450 Required for Fitzpatrick IV to VI and PIH-prone skin |
Pigment Control and Recovery Kits may be required. Dependent on assessment. Minimum 3 sessions, 4 weeks apart for face. |
| Melasma (facial zones only) | 2 sessions (MAX): $1,100 (Save $100) | N/A | Pigment Control Kit: $450 Required for all melasma patients |
Pigment Management precedes chasing a cure. Long term control > quick fixes 2 sessions maximum followed by pigment maintenance. |
| Mild acne | 4 sessions: $650 (Save $50) 6 sessions: $900 (Save $150) |
$150 | Acne / PFB Control Kit: $425 Required for all acne patients |
Treatment protocol for acne treatment is 1 to 2 times a week for 4 to 6 weeks. |
| Moderate acne | 4 sessions: $900 (Save $100) 6 sessions: $1,300 (Save $200) |
$225 | Acne / PFB Control Kit: $425 Required for all acne patients |
Treatment protocol for acne treatment is 1 to 2 times a week for 4 to 6 weeks. |
| Severe acne | 4 sessions: $1,100 (Save $100) 6 sessions: $1,550 (Save $250) |
$275 | Acne / PFB Control Kit: $425 Required for all acne patients |
Treatment protocol for acne treatment is 1 to 2 times a week for 4 to 6 weeks. |
| PFB / razor bumps (beard, neck, jawline and affected areas) | 6 sessions: $1,350 (Save $150) 8 sessions: $1,700 (Save $300) |
$200 | Acne / PFB Control Kit: $425 Only when clinically indicated |
Treatment for PFB is 4 to 6 weeks for the face, 8 to 12 weeks for the body. 6 to 8 treatments needed. |
| Facial Redness & Rosacea (facial flushing, persistent redness and selected visible facial vessels) | 4 sessions: $1,100 (Save $100) 6 sessions: $1,600 (Save $200) |
$250 | Rosacea Barrier Kit: $425 Required for active rosacea correction |
Treatment every 3 weeks for face, 4 to 6 treatments needed |
| Body Redness & Vascular Changes (one assessed region, including neck, chest and selected areas of persistent redness or poikiloderma) | 4 sessions: $1,800 (Save $200) 6 sessions: $2,550 (Save $450) |
$400 | Rosacea Barrier Kit: $425 Only when clinically indicated |
Treatment every 6 weeks for body, 4 to 6 treatments needed |
| Vascular Lesions (selected telangiectasias, venous lakes, port wine birthmarks and other benign vascular lesions) | 1 session (one cherry angioma, spider angioma or small isolated vessel): $125 | $95 | Individualized aftercare; no routine home care kit required | Pricing is based on assessment. No routine kit requirement; individualized aftercare |
| 1 session (one confirmed benign lesion, commonly on the lip): $200 | $150 | |||
| 3 sessions (limited facial vessels or localized leg spider veins): $675 (Save $75) | $200 | |||
| 3 sessions (multiple spider veins or limited reticular veins in one region): $1,100 (Save $100) | $325 | |||
| 3 sessions (extensive spider or reticular veins within one assessed region): $1,650 (Save $150) | $500 | |||
| Fractional acne scar resurfacing (full face, including deep wrinkles, acne scarring and uneven texture) | 3 sessions: $2,100 (Save $150) 5 sessions: $3,300 (Save $450) |
$600 | Recovery Kit: $299 Required for Fitzpatrick I to III Pigment Control Kit: $450 Required for Fitzpatrick IV to VI |
Treatment is every 4 weeks on the face. Minimum 3 treatments needed. |
| Small Scar Revision (one short, localized surgical, traumatic or acne scar) | 3 sessions: $950 (Save $100) 5 sessions: $1,500 (Save $250) |
$275 | Recovery Kit: $299 Required for Fitzpatrick I to III Pigment Control Kit: $450 Required for Fitzpatrick IV to VI |
Treatment is every 4 weeks on the face and every 8 weeks on the body. Minimum 3 treatments needed. |
| Medium Scar Revision (a longer surgical or traumatic scar, or moderate scar field) | 3 sessions: $1,500 (Save $150) 5 sessions: $2,400 (Save $350) |
$425 | Recovery Kit: $299 Required for Fitzpatrick I to III Pigment Control Kit: $450 Required for Fitzpatrick IV to VI |
Treatment is every 4 weeks on the face and every 8 weeks on the body. Minimum 3 treatments needed. |
| Large scar (an extensive scar field in one body region) | 3 sessions: $2,450 (Save $250) 5 sessions: $3,950 (Save $550) |
$700 | Recovery Kit: $299 Required for Fitzpatrick I to III Pigment Control Kit: $450 Required for Fitzpatrick IV to VI |
Treatment is every 4 weeks on the face and every 8 weeks on the body. Minimum 3 treatments needed. |
All prices are in Canadian dollars and exclude applicable HST.
No gratuities.
Treatment prices exclude home care kits unless a combined total is explicitly stated. Any required home care products will be discussed during consultation.
Package pricing does not mean every patient requires the same number of treatments. Treatment frequency, number of sessions and maintenance needs are determined through individual assessment.
Totals with a required home care kit
| Treatment | Single session with kit | Packages with kit |
|---|---|---|
| PIH / hyperpigmentation (Pigment Control Kit) |
$900 | 3 sessions: $1,650 5 sessions: $2,350 |
| Melasma (Pigment Control Kit) |
$1,050 | 2 sessions: $1,550 |
| Mild acne (Acne / PFB Control Kit) |
$600 | 4 sessions: $1,075 6 sessions: $1,325 |
| Moderate acne (Acne / PFB Control Kit) |
$675 | 4 sessions: $1,325 6 sessions: $1,725 |
| Severe acne (Acne / PFB Control Kit) |
$725 | 4 sessions: $1,525 6 sessions: $1,975 |
| PFB / razor bumps (Acne / PFB Control Kit) |
$675 | 6 sessions: $1,775 8 sessions: $2,125 |
| Facial Redness & Rosacea (Rosacea Barrier Kit) |
$725 | 4 sessions: $1,525 6 sessions: $2,025 |
| Body Redness & Rosacea (Rosacea Barrier Kit) |
$925 | 4 sessions: $2,225 6 sessions: $2,975 |
| Vascular Lesion | No routine kit required | No kit added; treatment prices remain unchanged |
| Fractional Facial Resurfacing (Recovery Kit) (Pigment Control Kit) |
$1,049 with Recovery Kit; $1,200 with Pigment Control Kit |
3 sessions: $2,399 with Recovery Kit; $2,550 with Pigment Control Kit 5 sessions: $3,599 with Recovery Kit; $3,750 with Pigment Control Kit |
| Small Scar Revision (Recovery Kit) (Pigment Control Kit) |
$649 with Recovery Kit; $800 with Pigment Control Kit |
3 sessions: $1,249 with Recovery Kit; $1,400 with Pigment Control Kit 5 sessions: $1,799 with Recovery Kit; $1,950 with Pigment Control Kit |
| Medium scar (Recovery Kit) (Pigment Control Kit) |
$849 with Recovery Kit; $1,000 with Pigment Control Kit |
3 sessions: $1,799 with Recovery Kit; $1,950 with Pigment Control Kit 5 sessions: $2,699 with Recovery Kit; $2,850 with Pigment Control Kit |
| Large scar | $1,199 with Recovery Kit; $1,350 with Pigment Control Kit |
3 sessions: $2,749 with Recovery Kit; $2,900 with Pigment Control Kit 5 sessions: $3,249 with Recovery Kit; $3,400 with Pigment Control Kit |
Recommended or optional kits are not included in these totals.
Home care requirements depend on the treatment, skin characteristics, pigmentation history and individual assessment. During consultation, we confirm whether a kit is required, recommended or optional. Any required kit and its associated cost will be explained before treatment begins.
All prices are in Canadian dollars and exclude applicable HST.
No gratuities.
Laser hair reduction
| Area (one selected treatment area) | Single session | 6 sessions | 8 sessions | Maintenance, after reassessment |
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| Small: upper lip, chin, sideburns, ears, fingers, toes, areolae, happy trail or unibrow | $60 | $330 | $420 | $50 |
| Medium: underarms, neck, beard line, lower face, bikini line, shoulders, hands or feet | $120 | $650 | $840 | $95 |
| Large: full beard, full face, chest, abdomen, upper back, lower back, buttocks, full arms, half legs or Brazilian | $250 | $1,350 | $1,750 | $200 |
| Brazilian: Full Brazilian treatment area | $200 | $1,080 | $1,400 | $160 |
Each price covers one selected treatment area. For example, a medium area package covers either the underarms or the bikini line, not both. Paired areas, such as both underarms, are included when that treatment area is selected. Neck treatment boundaries are confirmed during booking or consultation.
No home care kit is required for standard laser hair reduction. Patients receiving treatment for pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB) follow the separate PFB home care policy outlined above.
Package pricing does not mean every patient requires the same number of treatments. Treatment frequency, number of sessions and maintenance needs are determined through individual assessment.
All prices are in Canadian dollars and exclude applicable HST.
No gratuities.
Winter founding-client offer: pigmentation
Facial Hyperpigmentation / PIH
3 sessions for $1,050 (regular package price $1,200).
Available until December 31, 2026.
This offer applies to facial postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) and excludes melasma and combined treatment programs.
Home Care: The Pigment Control Kit is not included in the promotional price. When required following consultation, the kit is an additional $450, bringing the combined total to $1,500.
A consultation and suitability assessment are required before treatment. Promotional eligibility and purchase must be confirmed before the offer expires. Treatment sessions may be scheduled beyond December 31, 2026, according to the recommended treatment plan.
All prices are in Canadian dollars and exclude applicable HST.
No gratuities.
Combined treatment plans are quoted after assessment.
Skin treatment questions
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Pigmentation treatment and full-face fractional resurfacing are commonly planned as single sessions or in series of 3 or 5. The recommendation depends on your concern, healing and response. These examples do not mean every patient needs the same course.
Other concerns, including razor bumps, hair reduction, redness and active acne, need their own schedule. Malik will explain the plan for your specific treatment and review it as you progress.
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Appointment length depends on the procedure and area. You may feel warmth or stinging, and comfort measures are discussed beforehand. Malik will explain the expected treatment time before you book the procedure.
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Recovery varies. Some treatments may cause temporary redness or swelling. Resurfacing can involve dryness, peeling, crusting and a longer healing period. Your plan includes recovery and aftercare guidance for the exact treatment proposed.
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Pigmentation, hair growth and scar changes develop on different timelines. Malik reviews progress through your experience, healing and photographs with your consent. Complete scar removal or permanent removal of every hair cannot be promised.
Concerns such as melasma, acne and rosacea can recur. Further treatment is considered according to your response and ongoing needs, without a fixed maintenance schedule.
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Selected laser treatments can be suitable for darker skin tones, with the treatment matched to your skin and concern. Increased or reduced pigmentation can occur, and changes may persist. Preparation, appropriate settings and aftercare help manage this risk; new or changing lesions need medical review first.
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Some plans include preparation or ongoing skincare to support healing and manage the underlying concern. Malik explains any required products and costs in advance. Sun protection remains important in every season.
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Cost depends on the procedure, the area and the recommended course. Any suitable package options and additional skincare costs are explained before treatment. A package does not determine how many sessions your skin needs.
Visit us in Etobicoke
LaserLite Solutions is at 190 Sherway Drive, Suite 407, near Sherway Gardens, with access from the QEW and Highway 427. We welcome patients from Mimico, Islington, Long Branch, Alderwood and across the GTA.
Parking is available at Sherway Gardens across the street, or farther down the street after turning left off Sherway Drive. Please follow the posted parking restrictions, and do not park at Tim Hortons, as you may receive a parking ticket. The building is wheelchair accessible; take the elevator to Suite 407.
For eye-area rejuvenation and other options, explore Specialized Laser Treatments. You can also learn about Laser Therapy for Pain and Recovery or NightLase® for Snoring.
Start with the skin concern that matters most to you.