Fractional plasma resurfacing · Hillcrest
Opus Plasma in San Diego
Laser-level resurfacing, measured in days instead of weeks. Plasma and radiofrequency smooth lines, scars and crepey skin for a fresh, natural-looking finish on every skin tone.
Booking code CONJURE1
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- 10–15Minute full face
- I–VISkin types
- 1Session to see a change
- ~5Days to social-ready
The Science of Opus
What Plasma Does to Your Skin
Opus by Alma charges fine metal pins with radiofrequency. Where they meet the skin, the energy sparks into plasma: thousands of tiny resurfacing points with untouched skin in between, so healing is quick.
- 1
Plasma points
Micro-sparks vaporize pinpoint zones of the outer layer in a fractional grid, lifting away rough, sun-damaged cells.
- 2
RF heat below
The same pulse sends warmth into the dermis, where collagen lives, to tighten and trigger repair.
- 3
Rebuild
New skin surfaces within days. Collagen keeps remodeling for about three months.
Treatment areas
What Opus Plasma Treats
Surface concerns that creams and facials cannot reach.
Texture
Lines & Crepey Skin
Resurfaces fine lines and crinkly, thinning skin for a smoother finish.
- Crow's feet and under-eye crepe
- Lip lines
- Horizontal neck lines
Repair
Scars & Sun Damage
Breaks up rough, weathered texture and softens scarring.
- Acne scars
- Sun-worn texture
- Enlarged pores
Beyond the face
Neck, Chest & Hands
Plasma tips reach where years of sun really show.
- Crepey chest
- Weathered hands
- Stretch marks
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Opus Plasma Before & After
Slide each image to see texture, lines and crepe soften.
These are sample outcomes, not Conjure or Satori clients. A nurse will set honest expectations for your own skin at the consult.
Know your options
Opus vs CO2 Laser, Morpheus8 & Peels
Where Opus Plasma fits among resurfacing choices.
| Opus Plasma | Fractional CO2 laser | Morpheus8 | Chemical peel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| How it works | Fractional plasma at the surface plus RF heat | Ablative laser columns | RF through microneedles | Acid exfoliation |
| Typical downtime | About 5 to 7 days | Often 1 to 2 weeks | About 1 to 3 days | Hours to a week, by depth |
| Skin types | I to VI, settings adjusted | More caution in deeper tones | Wide range | Depends on the peel |
| Best for | Lines, crepe, scars, sun damage | Deep wrinkles and scarring | Laxity, scars, pores | Tone, glow, mild texture |
| At Conjure | Yes, by RNs | Not offered | Yes, by RNs | Yes, by skin therapists |
Read more on Morpheus8 RF microneedling, needle-free Forma skin tightening or our custom peels.
Recovery, honestly
Opus Plasma Downtime, Day by Day
Typical for a standard full-face setting. Lighter passes heal faster.
- Right after
Treatment day
Warm, pink and tight, like a strong sunburn.
- Day 1
Peak redness
Swelling and redness crest. Keep skin moisturized.
- Day 2
Starting to settle
Redness and swelling begin to ease. Keep cleansing gently and moisturizing.
- Days 3–4
Bronze & flake
A sandpapery, darker look as tiny dots shed.
- Days 5–7
Social-ready
Fresh skin shows. Makeup once your nurse says so.
- Weeks 4–12
Collagen builds
Firmness and smoothness keep improving.
Your appointment
How an Opus Visit Works
Screen
Medical history, skin type and your recovery window set the plan.
Numb
Topical numbing cream sits for a while. Most of the visit is this part.
Resurface
The plasma tip passes over each area. A full face is quick.
Soothe
Barrier cream, SPF and written aftercare before you head home.
Good candidates
Who Opus Plasma Suits
- Fine lines, crepe or sun damage that facials no longer touch
- Acne scars or uneven texture on any skin tone
- People who want laser-grade change but can only spare about a week
- Men and women prepping for an event a month or more out
Because Opus generates its plasma with radiofrequency, it is skipped with pacemakers, AICDs or any implanted electronic device, as well as during pregnancy and on skin with an active infection or flare. Recent Accutane use or a history of keloids also means waiting or choosing another treatment.
Prefer zero downtime? Try PRX Biorevitalization.
Investment
Opus Plasma Cost
Priced by area, from a single zone to face, neck and chest.
Message us with CONJURE1 to book; other areas are quoted.
Opus pricing is set by Satori Medical Aesthetics, our medical partner, and may change with promotions or vendor costs. Your total is confirmed before treatment begins.
Questions, answered
Opus Plasma FAQ
Pain, downtime, sessions and results. Or browse all med spa treatments.
How much does Opus Plasma cost in Hillcrest?
A series of 3 is $1,800 for the face. Message 442.655.8617 with code CONJURE1 for a quote on other areas: eyes, mouth, neck or chest.
What is Opus Plasma?
Opus is a resurfacing platform from Alma. Its Opus Plasma tip uses radiofrequency to spark tiny plasma points that resurface the top layer of skin in a fractional pattern, while RF heat underneath stimulates collagen.
Does Opus Plasma hurt?
A topical numbing cream goes on first. During the pass most people feel heat and a quick prickle. Alma lists a full face at about 10 to 15 minutes, so the uncomfortable part is short.
How long is Opus Plasma downtime?
Expect one to two days of sunburn-like redness and swelling, then a rough, bronzed feel and light flaking around days three and four. Most people are comfortable in public by days five to seven. Lighter settings shorten that.
When will I see Opus Plasma results?
Alma notes visible results after as few as one treatment. Skin looks smoother once the flaking clears, and firmness keeps improving for about three months as new collagen forms.
How many Opus Plasma treatments will I need?
Many plans use three sessions about four to six weeks apart for lines, scars or crepey skin. A single lighter session can work as a pre-event refresh.
Opus Plasma vs CO2 laser: what is the difference?
Fractional CO2 lasers drill deeper columns and usually need a longer recovery. In a randomized study cited by Alma, fractional plasma gave equivalent results to fractional CO2 with 50% less downtime.
Opus Plasma vs Morpheus8: which should I choose?
Opus works at the surface for crepey texture, fine lines and sun-worn skin. Morpheus8 sends RF through microneedles deeper for laxity and firming. Some plans use both on different visits.
Is Opus Plasma safe for darker skin?
Alma lists Opus for skin types I to VI. Settings and prep are adjusted for deeper tones, which is one reason it is performed by a registered nurse rather than run from a preset.
Can Opus treat the neck, eyes and lips?
Yes. Popular areas include crepey skin under the eyes, lines around the lips, horizontal neck lines and the chest, as well as the full face.
Who should not have Opus Plasma?
Because Opus generates its plasma with radiofrequency, it is skipped with pacemakers, AICDs or any implanted electronic device, as well as during pregnancy and on skin with an active infection or flare. It is also postponed after recent isotretinoin (Accutane) and for anyone prone to keloid scarring.
Who performs Opus Plasma at Conjure?
A Satori Medical Aesthetics registered nurse performs each treatment, with medical direction from Dr. James Veltmeyer, MD, inside the private medical suite at Conjure, 1450 Washington St, San Diego.
How do I prepare for Opus Plasma?
Avoid sun, tanning and self-tanner for at least 2 weeks and wear SPF 30 or higher daily. Tell your nurse about implanted electronic devices, pregnancy or breastfeeding, Accutane, keloids, cold sores (you may need an antiviral first) and all medicines. Pause retinoids, acids and scrubs for about a week, plan for about a week of social downtime, and come with clean skin.
What should I do after Opus Plasma?
Cleanse gently with lukewarm water, keep skin moist with the balm or moisturizer your nurse gives you, and let the tiny bronzed dots flake off on their own. Never pick them. Skip heat, sweat and makeup until your nurse says your skin has healed, stay out of the sun and use SPF 30 or higher daily once skin can tolerate it.
When should I call after Opus Plasma?
Call or text 442.655.8617 if you have blisters, oozing, yellow crusting, pus, spreading redness or fever, pain or swelling that gets worse, redness or swelling past 4 days, a cold sore outbreak, or dark or light patches that do not fade. Call 911 for trouble breathing or swelling of the face, lips or throat.
Aftercare
Opus Plasma Before and After Care
Simple steps for smooth healing and lasting results. General guidance; always follow your provider's instructions and call us with concerns.
Before Your Appointment
- Avoid sun, tanning beds, self-tanner and sunburn on the area for at least 2 weeks before your visit. Wear SPF 30 or higher every day.
- Tell your nurse if you have a pacemaker, defibrillator or any implanted electronic device. Opus is not done with these.
- Tell us if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have taken Accutane (isotretinoin) in the last 6 to 12 months, have keloids, or have a rash, infection or open sore in the area.
- Prone to cold sores? Tell your nurse. You may be prescribed an antiviral to start before your visit.
- Tell your nurse about all medicines and supplements, and about recent Botox, filler, peels or laser. Never stop a prescribed medicine on your own.
- Pause retinoids, acids, scrubs and other actives for about 1 week, and skip waxing in the area for 2 weeks, unless your nurse says otherwise.
- Deeper skin tones may be asked to use a pigment-prep cream for about 2 weeks first. Your nurse sets this.
- Plan for about a week of social downtime. Come with clean skin: no makeup, lotion or sunscreen. Remove jewelry in the area.
After Your Treatment
- Expect redness, heat, tightness and swelling like a strong sunburn for 1 to 3 days. Swelling can look worse the next morning, especially around the eyes.
- Cleanse gently with lukewarm water and a mild cleanser twice a day. Pat dry. No scrubs, brushes or washcloths.
- Keep skin moist: apply the healing balm or moisturizer your nurse gives you, often several times a day, until skin is healed.
- Tiny dots may darken (bronze), feel like sandpaper, then flake around days 3 to 7. Never pick, peel or scrub them.
- For the first days, skip heat and sweat: hot showers on the face, saunas, steam, hot yoga, hard workouts and swimming.
- No makeup until your nurse says your skin has healed, usually about day 5 to 7. Use clean brushes and mineral makeup at first.
- Stay out of the sun. Once skin can tolerate it, use mineral SPF 30 or higher daily, plus a hat, for at least 2 to 4 weeks.
- Wait until skin is fully healed, usually 7 to 14 days, to restart retinoids and acids, and ask before Botox, filler, peels or laser. Check with your skin therapist before your next facial.
- Right afterWarm, red and tight like a strong sunburn. Apply balm and rest.
- Day 1Redness and swelling often peak. Cleanse gently and keep skin moist.
- Days 2 to 3Swelling eases. Tiny dots darken and feel rough. Do not pick.
- Days 4 to 7Flaking sheds. Most are social-ready. Makeup when your nurse says.
- Week 2 and beyondPinkness fades. Keep up SPF. Collagen builds for about 3 months.
When to call us
Call or text 442.655.8617 if you have blisters, oozing, yellow or honey-colored crusting, pus, spreading redness or fever, pain or swelling that gets worse instead of better, redness or swelling that lasts past 4 days, a cold sore outbreak, or dark or light patches that do not fade.
Call 911 for trouble breathing or swelling of the face, lips or throat.
General guidance; follow your provider's instructions, and call us with concerns.
Resurface With Opus in Hillcrest
Satori RNs · 1450 Washington St, San Diego · Code CONJURE1 · Free parking
