Advanced Skin Resurfacing at the Practice of Dr. Jennifer Walden
Discover the next generation of skin rejuvenation with Aurera™, an advanced 1927 nm Thulium laser treatment available at the practice of board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Jennifer Walden in Austin, Texas.
Designed for fast, precise treatment of the skin’s superficial layers, Aurera helps improve visible sun damage, signs of aging, fine lines, uneven pigmentation, skin texture, and overall radiance while offering a customizable treatment experience with minimal downtime.
Dr. Walden serves as Chief Medical Officer of Onyxa Medical, the company behind both Aurera and Junera™, and has been directly involved in helping develop and introduce Onyxa’s technologies to the U.S. aesthetic market.
Why Aurera?
Aurera offers a versatile approach to fractional skin resurfacing for patients who want to refresh the complexion and address visible skin concerns without more aggressive resurfacing.
- Improve uneven pigmentation and visible sun damage
- Address signs of aging and fine lines
- Brighten dull or uneven skin tone
- Refine skin texture
- Improve the appearance of superficial discoloration
- Promote smoother, more radiant-looking skin
- Customize treatment intensity based on the patient’s skin and goals
- Treat patients across Fitzpatrick skin types I–VI
What Is the Aurera 1927 nm Thulium Laser?
Aurera is a 1927 nm Thulium fiber laser designed to deliver controlled fractional laser energy into the superficial layers of the skin. The treatment creates microscopic treatment zones while leaving surrounding tissue intact to support the natural healing and renewal process.
This approach makes Aurera especially well suited for concerns involving sun damage, pigmentation, signs of aging, fine lines, uneven tone, and texture. Treatment settings can be customized according to the patient’s complexion, concerns, treatment area, and desired level of correction.
What Can Aurera Treat?
Aurera can be customized to address a range of superficial skin concerns, including:
- Sun damage and photodamage
- Uneven pigmentation and discoloration
- Fine lines and visible signs of aging
- Dull or uneven skin tone
- Rough or uneven skin texture
- Scars, acne, and stretch marks
Aurera may also support customized treatment plans for skin tightening and hair growth. These applications are evaluated individually based on the patient’s concerns and treatment goals.
Treatment areas may include the face, neck, chest / décolletage, eyelids, arms, hands, back, legs, and small targeted areas or individual lesions. Appropriate treatment areas and settings are confirmed during consultation.
How Does Aurera Work?
STEP 1
Personalized Skin Assessment
Your treatment begins with an evaluation of your skin, concerns, and aesthetic goals. Your provider will determine whether Aurera is appropriate for you and customize the treatment plan accordingly.
STEP 2
Comfort Preparation
The treatment area is cleansed and prepared. Comfort measures may be customized depending on the treatment intensity and area being addressed.
STEP 3
Precision 1927 nm Treatment
Aurera delivers controlled fractional 1927 nm Thulium laser energy across the treatment area, creating microscopic treatment zones within the superficial layers of the skin.
STEP 4
Natural Skin Renewal
Following treatment, the skin begins its natural renewal process. As treated superficial tissue turns over, patients may notice progressive improvements in tone, texture, pigmentation, and radiance.
STEP 5
Reveal Refreshed Skin
Results develop as the skin heals and renews. Your provider may recommend a single treatment or a customized series depending on your goals and the condition being treated.
What Is Aurera Recovery Like?
Aurera is designed to provide fractional resurfacing with minimal downtime. Immediately following treatment, the skin may appear red or feel warm. Mild swelling, dryness, roughness, or temporary darkening of treated pigment may also occur as the skin begins its renewal process.
As healing progresses, treated superficial skin gradually sheds and fresher-looking skin becomes visible. The exact recovery experience will depend on the treatment settings, treatment area, and individual skin response. Your provider will provide personalized post-treatment skincare and sun-protection instructions.
When Will I See Aurera Results?
Patients may begin noticing brighter and smoother-looking skin as the initial healing process is completed. Improvements in pigmentation, tone, texture, and overall radiance may continue to develop as the skin renews itself. Depending on your goals, a series of treatments may be recommended for more comprehensive correction.
Maintaining consistent sun protection and an appropriate skincare regimen can help protect and prolong your results.
Aurera Before & After Results
Images courtesy of Onyxa Medical. Individual results may vary.
Aurera Pricing
Aurera treatment is customized based on the treatment area and each patient’s individual skin concerns. Firm pricing is confirmed during consultation and may vary based on surface area, treatment time, and the degree of sun damage, aging, fine lines, pigmentation, or textural concerns.
Face & Neck
| Face | $750–$950 / session |
| Neck (add-on to face) | $300 |
| Face + Neck | $1,000 |
| Face + Neck + Chest | $1,350 |
| Chest alone | $700 |
Eyelids
| Lower lids alone | $300 |
| Upper lids alone | $200 |
| Upper + Lower lids | $500 |
Pigmentation
| Spot treatment (by size) | $150–$250 |
| Each additional lesion | $75 |
Arms & Hands
| Arms | $1,000 |
| Arms + Hands | $1,200 |
| Hands alone | $350 |
Body
| Large area (back, legs, etc.) | $1,500–$2,000 |
| Small area | $300–$500 |
Body pricing note: Body pricing varies with the surface area treated.
| SAVE 25–30% AS AN ADD-ON
When Aurera is performed at the time of Junera® or a surgical procedure, Aurera treatment pricing is reduced by approximately 25–30%. |
Consultation required for firm pricing. All prices are subject to change.
Is Aurera Right for You?
Aurera may be appropriate for patients looking for a nonsurgical treatment to improve visible sun damage, signs of aging, fine lines, pigmentation, uneven tone, or skin texture. The technology can be used across Fitzpatrick skin types I–VI.
The best way to determine whether Aurera is appropriate for your skin is through a personalized consultation. Your provider will evaluate your skin type, treatment history, concerns, and desired outcome before developing your treatment plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Aurera treatments will I need?
The number of treatments depends on your skin, the concerns being addressed, and the degree of improvement you would like to achieve. Some patients may benefit from a single treatment, while others may be better suited to a series.
What should I expect after treatment?
Temporary redness, warmth, mild swelling, dryness, or a rough texture may occur following treatment. Pigmented areas may temporarily appear darker before naturally exfoliating as the skin renews.
When can I wear makeup?
Your provider will give you individualized post-treatment instructions based on the intensity of your treatment and how your skin is healing.
Is sun protection important after Aurera?
Yes. Consistent broad-spectrum sun protection is an important part of your recovery and helps protect your results.
Can Aurera be combined with other treatments?
Yes. Depending on your goals, Aurera may be incorporated into a broader treatment plan that includes skincare, injectables, other energy-based treatments, Junera, or surgical procedures. Your provider can recommend an appropriate sequence and treatment plan.
Can Aurera be used for scars, acne, or stretch marks?
Aurera may be used for scars, acne, and stretch marks. Because these concerns vary in scope and severity, treatment recommendations and pricing are provided case by case following an in-person or virtual/photographic exam.
Discover Aurera in Austin
Dr. Jennifer Walden is proud to bring Aurera 1927 nm Thulium laser technology to Austin as part of her continued commitment to introducing advanced aesthetic technologies to her patients.
As Chief Medical Officer of Onyxa Medical, Dr. Walden has a unique perspective on the development and clinical application of the company’s growing portfolio of aesthetic technologies, including both Aurera and Junera.
SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION
If you are interested in Aurera and would like to find out whether this advanced superficial laser treatment is right for your skin, call 512-328-4100 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Jennifer Walden’s practice in Austin, TX.
