Barbara Kowalczyk, FNP-BC
Board-certified nurse practitioner · Director of Medical Spa Services
Leads injectable treatment planning and has directed medical spa services at the Downers Grove practice since 2019, following an ICU nursing background.
Laser · Villa Park, IL
Opus Plasma near Villa Park, IL
Updated September 2026 · Independent review
Opus Plasma is a fractional plasma device that combines radiofrequency-generated plasma arcs with thermal energy to resurface and tighten skin on the face, neck, and chest. Its intensity is tunable across a wide range, so downtime can be dialled from about one day to roughly five depending on the setting chosen. Near Villa Park, IL, the closest practice covered on this site is Skin Med Spa at 960 Warren Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, roughly 14 minutes away, where laser and skin treatments are performed by a licensed esthetician and certified laser technician.
Nearest practice
Skin Med Spa
960 Warren Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Mon–Tue & Thu–Fri 10am–6pm, Sat 10am–3pm · closed Wed & Sun
Licensed esthetician / laser tech
~14 minutes from Villa Park. No Villa Park address exists.
How does Opus Plasma actually work?
Radiofrequency energy passing through a pin array ionises the air just above the skin, creating micro-plasma arcs that create controlled surface injury while radiofrequency heat penetrates deeper to stimulate collagen contraction and remodelling. The tunability is the point: the same device can perform a light refresh or an aggressive resurfacing session, which makes the conversation about which setting you are getting more important than the device name.
Who is a good candidate for Opus Plasma?
Adults with fine lines, crepey texture, mild laxity, enlarged pores, or textural irregularity on the face, neck, or décolleté who want a middle ground between a facial and full CO2 resurfacing.
Who should skip it?
Anyone with an active infection or cold sore, anyone on isotretinoin recently, anyone pregnant, anyone with a pacemaker or implanted electronic device (radiofrequency), and anyone with a keloid tendency.
Who should be performing it?
A licensed medical professional or state-certified laser operator working under physician supervision, trained on your specific device.
Opus Plasma near Villa Park at a glance
| Treatment | Opus Plasma |
|---|---|
| Category | Laser |
| Who performs it | Licensed esthetician / certified laser technician |
| Sessions typically needed | Typically three sessions four to six weeks apart. |
| Downtime | One to five days of redness and a fine sandpaper or bronzing texture, scaling with the intensity used. Makeup usually acceptable within two to three days. |
| How long results last | Collagen remodelling continues for about three months and results hold roughly a year with sun protection. |
| How it is priced | Per session per area, or per package of three. |
| Typical market cost | Commonly $500–$1,000 per full-face session. |
| Nearest location | 960 Warren Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515 — ~14 min from Villa Park |
| Financing | Cherry payment plans |
| Price published by the practice | No — request it in writing at consultation |
Cost figures are typical Chicago-area market ranges for context, not quotes from this practice.
Ask these before booking Opus Plasma
- What intensity level are you using, and what downtime does that specific setting produce?
- How does this compare to CoolPeel or microneedling for my concern?
- Can you treat my neck and chest at the same settings as my face?
- Do I have any implanted device that rules out radiofrequency?
- How many sessions before I should judge the result?
Red flags specific to Opus Plasma
- No discussion of which intensity is being used
- Downtime described as zero
- No screening for implanted electronic devices
- One session presented as sufficient
What patients say about Opus Plasma
Quoted verbatim from public Google, Yelp, and practice-website reviews — nothing here is written or paraphrased by us. No published review names Opus Plasma specifically yet, so these are general reviews of the practice. Across its public profile the practice shows 4.9 stars from 298 reviews.
On Atmosphere
★★★★★
"Enjoyed the event 23rd of April! Now I got to get my treatment. They are professional the spa is absolutely Beyoutiful and I'm over the moon on my experience & how my treatment came out. This spa is a class of it own. Barb & Mike and the Skin Med spa family are welcoming, absolutely professional & spa is impeccable. Will be looking forward to many more treatments with you all. As well as my whole family. Grateful, we came across each other! 5 stars across the board."
On Expertise
★★★★★
"Michael, as well as the rest of the staff are very knowledgeable and professional. The whole team is very nice! I will definitely be coming back. I would recommend this place to anyone!"
On Consultation
★★★★★
"Barbara was very thorough in explaining all types of procedures that I considered, what works best and cost. I would definitely recommend her."
On Results
★★★★★
"Barb is a magician! Absolutely love my results and looking to get more services done here. Already referred my aunt!"
On Results
★★★★★
"Very talented group, my results are much better now than when using other companies. Professional work and great products. I highly recommend this cheerful and talented group."
On Expertise
★★★★★
"Barb and Michael are wonderful, knowledgeable, and skilled. The very best of the best. Highly recommend."
Who would treat you, and what to verify
Michael Fressola, ACNP-BC
Board-certified acute care nurse practitioner
A Rush University graduate with roughly two decades in cosmetic treatments and surgery, previously a partner at a surgery center and advanced cosmetic practice.
Noelle Trost, LE
Certified laser technician & licensed esthetician
Performs laser resurfacing, hair removal, IPL, and medical-grade facial protocols.
Illinois licenses are public. Look up any provider through the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation before your first treatment.
Frequently asked questions — Opus Plasma near Villa Park
Before you book
Get an itemized price in writing, confirm which licensed provider is treating you, and ask to see the product or device. This site takes no bookings — the practice handles all of that at (630) 541-8413.