How BBL and Moxi Work Together for Smoother, Clearer Skin

Patients often come in with a mix of skin concerns: uneven tone, sun damage, rough texture, early fine lines. While each concern can be treated individually, certain technologies work better when paired. That’s the case with BBL (BroadBand Light) and Moxi, two advanced treatments developed by Sciton. They’re often combined because they treat different layers of the skin and support each other’s results—making them more effective together than alone.

This isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing things in the right order, with the right tools, based on how the skin actually functions and heals.

How BBL Works

BBL uses pulses of visible and infrared light to target melanin (brown pigment) and oxyhemoglobin (which causes redness). When this light is absorbed, it generates heat that damages unwanted pigment and broken capillaries while leaving the surrounding skin intact.

This heat also triggers a wound-healing response in the skin, encouraging fibroblasts to produce new collagen and elastin—the building blocks of healthy skin. Over time, this leads to a clearer, more even complexion and improved skin structure.

BBL is most often used to treat:

• Sunspots, freckles, and hyperpigmentation

  
  

• Redness and broken blood vessels

  
  

• Rosacea and flushing

  
  

• General skin dullness or uneven tone

Sciton’s BBL technology has also been studied for its ability to change gene expression associated with aging, supporting the long-term maintenance of youthful-looking skin when done regularly.

How Moxi Works

Moxi is a non-ablative fractional laser that targets water in the skin to create controlled thermal injuries in the upper skin layers. This prompts the skin to shed damaged cells and replace them with healthier ones, improving texture and overall brightness.

Unlike more aggressive lasers, Moxi keeps the outer skin barrier intact, which leads to faster healing and minimal downtime. It also makes it safe for all skin types, including darker skin tones.

Moxi is most effective for:

• Early signs of aging

  
  

• Dullness and rough skin texture

  
  

• Enlarged pores

  
  

• Mild pigment irregularities

• Patients who want consistent skin maintenance with minimal recovery time

It’s often described as a “prejuvenation” laser because it’s gentle enough to be used before significant signs of aging appear.

Why BBL and Moxi Are Often Combined

While each treatment is effective on its own, combining BBL and Moxi offers a more complete approach because they work on different skin layers and target different concerns:

• BBL treats tone and color, targeting unwanted pigment, redness, and broken vessels in the dermis.

  
  

• Moxi treats texture and dullness, resurfacing the epidermis and stimulating cell turnover.

  
  

• BBL helps prepare the skin, increasing circulation and reducing inflammation, which can enhance how the skin responds to Moxi.

  
  

• Moxi builds on the results of BBL, smoothing the skin’s surface and revealing a healthier, more even texture.

  
  

• Together, they support collagen production, fade discoloration, and improve skin quality from multiple angles.

Some patients may receive both treatments in the same session, while others may alternate them over several weeks—depending on their skin type, goals, and sensitivity.

What to Expect After Treatment

Downtime is usually minimal with both treatments:

• After BBL, pigment may darken temporarily before fading or flaking off. Most patients resume normal activities the same day, though strict sun protection is important.

  
  

• After Moxi, skin often feels dry or slightly rough for 3–5 days as microscopic debris (called MENDs) naturally slough off. Redness may persist for a day or two.

With either treatment, results are not instant—but rather develop gradually as the skin repairs and renews itself. Many patients begin to see improvements after one session, with best results seen after a series.

Getting Started

Combining BBL and Moxi makes sense from a clinical standpoint. You’re addressing both what you can see—like dark spots and redness—and what you can feel, such as roughness and early lines. By layering treatments that work at different depths of the skin and stimulate different types of cellular repair, providers can offer patients more balanced, longer-lasting outcomes.

As with any skin treatment, proper consultation and post-care are key. A provider trained in both BBL and Moxi at Seaport Medspa will customize a plan based on your skin type, tolerance, and goals.