Apple Valley, MN · Candela GentleMax Pro Plus

Facial Skin Tightening in Apple Valley, MN

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Pricing

$350 to $450

Appointment Time

30 to 60 Minutes

Full Results

3 to 6 Months

Sessions

1 to 3 Sessions

What Is Laser Skin Tightening?

Stimulate collagen and elastin without surgery

At Aesthetic Beauty Lab in Apple Valley, MN, our Candela GentleMax Pro Plus is a non-invasive treatment that stimulates collagen and elastin to firm, lift, and smooth the skin. No surgery, no needles, no incisions, just laser energy doing the work from the outside.

Heat triggers your skin's repair response, producing new structural proteins for visible immediate tightening plus long-term collagen rebuilding over 3 to 6 months. Safe for face, neck, and décolleté, customized to your concerns.

Serving Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Lakeville, Rosemount, Farmington, Bloomington, Prior Lake, Savage, Minneapolis, and Saint Paul.

Step by Step

How laser skin tightening works at ABL

01

Deep Heating

The Candela laser bypasses the surface epidermis and delivers controlled heat to the dermal layer below, where collagen lives.

02

Immediate Contraction

Existing collagen fibers contract on heating, producing visible tightening you can see at the end of your session.

03

Neocollagenesis

Controlled thermal stimulus triggers your skin's repair response. New collagen forms over the following weeks.

04

Long-Term Remodeling

Collagen rebuilds for 3 to 6 months. Most clients see progressive improvement long after their session ends.

What We Treat

Concerns we address

Superficial to moderate expression lines around the eyes, mouth, and forehead. The laser stimulates new collagen production deep in the skin, gradually softening these fine lines.

Early sagging along the jawline, neck, and lower face. As we age, skin loses firmness. Laser tightening boosts collagen and elastin to firm up these areas without surgery.

Skin that has lost density and elasticity with age. Treatment creates real structural improvement from the inside out, restoring genuine firmness rather than temporarily plumping the surface.

Rough, crepey surface texture that feels loose or irregular. The Candela laser smooths and refines the skin's surface while building collagen underneath for lasting improvement.

Proactive collagen stimulation for clients in their 30s and 40s. Starting laser tightening before significant laxity develops helps preserve your natural firmness and slow visible aging.

Brand Partners

Candela
Botox
Jeuveau®
Dysport
Restylane
RHA®
Revanesse
Revision Skincare
Skin Better Science
HydraFacial
SkinPen Microneedling
Candela
Botox
Jeuveau®
Dysport
Restylane
RHA®
Revanesse
Revision Skincare
Skin Better Science
HydraFacial
SkinPen Microneedling

Treatment Areas

Where we treat

Safe for face, neck, and décolleté, customized to your concerns and goals.

Forehead
Around Eyes
Cheeks
Around Mouth
Jawline
Full Face
Neck
Décolleté

Each treatment plan is customized based on your concerns. Treat one area or combine for total facial rejuvenation.

Treatment Pricing

Pricing by treatment area

Choose the area that addresses your concerns or combine for the most comprehensive results.

Face

Forehead, eyes, cheeks, around mouth, jawline.

$350

Face + Neck

Full face plus neck for complete facial tightening.

$450

Final pricing is confirmed during your consultation based on your specific concerns and treatment plan.

Serving the Twin Cities South Metro

Skin tightening across the Twin Cities

Aesthetic Beauty Lab is located at 15875 Emperor Ave Suite 120 in Apple Valley, MN, minutes from neighborhoods across the Twin Cities south metro. Clients drive to us from Burnsville (10 minutes), Eagan (12 minutes), Lakeville (8 minutes), and Rosemount (6 minutes) for Candela GentleMax Pro Plus skin tightening.

Apple ValleyBurnsvilleEaganLakevilleRosemountFarmingtonBloomingtonPrior LakeSavageMinneapolisSaint Paul

The Complete Guide

Laser skin tightening in Apple Valley: how to choose the right plan

Laser skin tightening at a glance

Details
Best forFine lines, mild laxity along the jawline and neck, loss of firmness, crepey texture, early aging prevention
DeviceCandela GentleMax Pro Plus
Appointment30 to 60 minutes, no numbing needed
DowntimeNone. Mild redness for 1 to 4 hours
Sessions1 to 3 sessions, 4 to 6 weeks apart, then 1 to 2 maintenance sessions a year
ResultsSome tightening right away, collagen keeps building for 3 to 6 months
PriceFace $350, face and neck $450 per session

Which skin tightening treatment is right for you?

TreatmentDowntimeBest for
Laser skin tighteningNoneOverall face and neck firmness with no downtime
Plasma Pen7 to 10 daysTargeted tightening of hooded lids, lip lines and crepey areas
SculptraMild swelling or bruisingRestoring lost volume and collagen in the cheeks, temples and lower face
SkinPen microneedling1 to 3 days of rednessTexture, pores, acne scars and overall skin quality
Botox and toxNoneExpression lines on the forehead, between the brows and around the eyes

Who gets the best results

Laser skin tightening works best for adults in their 30s through 50s with mild to moderate laxity, fine lines or early loss of firmness. It is also a great prevention tool, since starting before major laxity helps you keep the collagen you have. Deep folds or significant sagging usually need a combination plan, and severe laxity may need a surgical referral. We will tell you honestly what to expect at your consultation.

Building your plan

Most clients start with a series of 1 to 3 sessions, 4 to 6 weeks apart. For stronger results, we often pair laser tightening with Sculptra for volume, tox for expression lines, or SkinPen for texture. After your series, 1 to 2 maintenance sessions a year help extend your results.

How to prepare

  • Avoid tanning and heavy sun exposure for 2 weeks before treatment.
  • Come with clean skin, no makeup on the treatment area.
  • Pause retinoids and exfoliating acids for a few days before, or as your provider directs.
  • Let us know about recent injectables so we can plan timing.

Aftercare

  • Mild redness usually fades within a few hours.
  • You can go back to normal activities right away, including makeup the same day.
  • Wear broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher daily. Our pick for deeper skin tones: Revision Intellishade Clear SPF 50, no white cast.
  • Use gentle, hydrating skincare for a few days after treatment.

Medically reviewed by Nikita Musta, RN, BSN, owner of Aesthetic Beauty Lab, Apple Valley, MN. Updated September 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Aesthetic Beauty Lab is located at 15875 Emperor Ave Suite 120 in Apple Valley, MN. We serve clients from Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Lakeville, Rosemount, Farmington, Bloomington, and the greater Twin Cities. Call 952-256-2223 to book your consultation.

Four key mechanisms. (1) Deep tissue heating: laser energy bypasses the epidermis and heats the dermis directly without surface damage. (2) Immediate collagen contraction: existing collagen fibers contract upon heating for visible immediate tightening. (3) Neocollagenesis: controlled thermal stimulus triggers a healing response and new collagen forms over weeks. (4) Long-term remodeling: collagen continues rebuilding for 3 to 6 months, improving gradually.

Most clients benefit from an initial series of 1 to 3 sessions spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart for optimal collagen stimulation. Visible improvement develops over 3 to 6 months. For maintenance, 1 to 2 sessions per year help extend your results long-term.

Six key benefits. Non-surgical and non-invasive (no anesthesia, no incisions, no recovery). Little to no downtime (mild redness resolves within hours). Natural results (gradual improvement looks natural, not overdone). Safe and comfortable (DCD cooling keeps treatment comfortable). Pairs well with other services (synergistic with facials, microneedling, and neurotoxin). Maintenance friendly (1 to 2 annual sessions maintain results long-term).

Most adults with mild to moderate skin laxity, fine lines, or early signs of aging are excellent candidates. The treatment is best suited for clients in their 30s through 50s who want to slow visible aging without surgery. Severe laxity may need surgical referral. We assess fit at consultation.

Most clients describe the sensation as warm pulses with brief snaps of heat. The Candela Dynamic Cooling Device fires a burst of cooling before each pulse, keeping treatment comfortable throughout. No topical numbing is typically needed.

No downtime. Mild redness for 1 to 4 hours after treatment is normal. Most clients return to regular activities immediately, including makeup the same day.

Face alone is $350 per session. Face plus neck is $450 per session. Final pricing is confirmed during your consultation. Most clients invest in a series of 1 to 3 sessions for optimal results.

It depends on your goal and your schedule. Laser skin tightening firms the whole face and neck with no downtime. Plasma Pen gives stronger tightening in small targeted areas like hooded eyelids and lip lines, with 7 to 10 days of healing. Many clients use both.

Your new collagen keeps building for 3 to 6 months after your series. Results last longer with 1 to 2 maintenance sessions a year, daily SPF and a good skincare routine, since natural aging continues.

We assess every skin type at consultation and adjust the treatment settings to your skin. Ask us about your skin tone when you book and we will recommend the safest option for you.

Yes. Laser tightening pairs well with tox, filler and Sculptra. Your provider will space the treatments so each one works at its best.

Yes. Aesthetic Beauty Lab is at 15875 Emperor Ave Suite 120 in Apple Valley, MN, a short drive from Lakeville, Eagan, Burnsville, Rosemount and Farmington. Book online or call 952-256-2223.

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