Mosaic 3D Treatment Guide

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What is Mosaic 3D?

Mosaic 3D is a fractional non-ablative laser by Cynosure Lutronic that uses a 1550 nm erbium glass wavelength. It delivers microscopic columns of heat into the skin without removing the surface layer, which stimulates collagen remodeling while leaving the outer skin intact. That is what makes it gentler than ablative resurfacing, with far less downtime.

Treatment takes 30 to 60 minutes. Downtime is typically 1 to 3 days of redness and a sandpaper-like texture as the skin sheds. Because each session is gentler, results build over a series — most patients have 3 to 5 sessions spaced 3 to 4 weeks apart.

Mosaic 3D sits alongside Fraxel Dual rather than CO2 resurfacing: it is the option for patients who want texture, tone and scar improvement without a week of social downtime. If you need dramatic single-session change and can take the recovery, ablative CO2 is the stronger tool.

How much does Mosaic 3D cost?

Mosaic 3D nationally typically costs $1,000 to $1,500 per session. Many patients achieve their goals in 1 to 2 sessions, with a typical total of $1,000 to $2,500.

Single session
Mild to moderate concerns
$1,500‑2,000
2 sessions
Moderate resurfacing
$3,000‑4,000
3 sessions
Acne scars / deeper wrinkles
$4,500‑6,000

Last updated August 2026. Estimates reflect national averages and Get Clear Beauty provider data — read how we estimate prices.

What to ask your provider

Frequently asked questions

How much does Mosaic 3D cost?
Mosaic 3D across the US typically costs $1,000 to $1,500 per session. Most patients need 1 to 2 sessions, bringing the typical total to $1,000 to $2,500. Providers with more complex cases such as deep acne scars may recommend 3 sessions.
What does Mosaic 3D treat?
Mosaic 3D treats acne scars, fine lines and wrinkles, uneven texture, sun damage and uneven tone. As a non-ablative laser it works gradually across a series of sessions rather than in one aggressive treatment, which suits patients who cannot take extended downtime.
What is the downtime for Mosaic 3D?
Most patients have 1 to 3 days of redness and swelling, followed by a few days where the skin feels rough or sandpapery as it sheds. Makeup can usually go on after 24 to 48 hours. This is considerably less downtime than ablative CO2 resurfacing, which typically needs 5 to 7 days.
How does Mosaic 3D compare to Fraxel?
They are the same class of device. Both are fractional non-ablative lasers at 1550 nm — Mosaic 3D from Cynosure Lutronic, Fraxel Dual from Solta — so indications, downtime and results are closely comparable. Fraxel Repair is a different, ablative device. The choice usually comes down to which platform your provider has and their experience with it.
Where can I find Mosaic 3D near me?
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