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Multiple types of laser machines have been introduced for skincare and aesthetic treatment. Recently, Pico Laser, considered a new technology, quickly gained a reputation for its abilities in dealing with both pigmentation and uneven surface problems of your skin without the complications of older laser technology. At this point, you may have a question about Pico Laser about how it works, how it is different from other types of lasers, and whether you should consider it an option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Even though we had previously talked about Pico Laser<\/a>, this article is going to delve deeper to bring you what you need to know about Pico Laser, to help you decide what is the best treatment for your current condition and concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a Pico Laser?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Picosecond Laser, or Pico Laser, is an ultra-short-pulse aesthetic laser device primarily used for the treatment of pigmentation issues. Before the invention of the Pico Laser in the late 1990s, laser treatment of pigmentation issues, including the process of tattoo removal, was based on argon and CO2<\/sub> laser machines. Although, as mentioned in our earlier article about laser treatments<\/a>, those laser machines are \u201cablative\u201d, which means they affect not only the pigments but also surrounding skin cells, resulting in considerable side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then, the discovery of a process called \u201cselective photothermolysis\u201d, also already mentioned in an earlier article, has enabled the selective destruction of pigments while minimizing collateral damage to your skin by using a pulsed laser at an appropriate wavelength that directly targets the pigment. Those became a basis for the Q-switched nanosecond laser machines, which release a beam of lasers as a pulse of 10 nanoseconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, Pico Laser is using the concept of photoacoustic, which lasers help shatter pigment into tiny particles. Based on a graphite laser with a wavelength of 1,064 nanometers, Pico Laser machines further split the laser into a shorter pulse between 10 and 100 picoseconds. These very short pulses of laser help break pigments into smaller fragments, which makes it easier for your body to self-destroy the pigments, while further reducing collateral heating or damage compared to other types of lasers. As a result, Pico Laser became a primary choice in the treatment of pigment abnormalities and tattoo removal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What can Pico Laser do for you?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The primary application of Pico Laser is the treatment of pigment abnormalities, including melasma, nevus of Ota, nevus of Ito, minocycline-induced pigmentation, and solar lentigines. Tattoo removal is also a key strength of Pico Laser, which they are highly effective with blue and green pigments, and also with tattoos that traditional Q-switched lasers are ineffective in dealing with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, the late application of Pico Laser has expanded into the resurfacing of the skin. Used in combination with fractionated hand pieces that facilitate tissue remodelling, the same one used with fractional laser machines, Pico Laser machines are widely used for the treatment of photoaging (including a treatment of melasma), facial wrinkles, enlarged pores, atrophic acne scars, and stretch marks. On the other hand, Pico Laser also works effectively in skin rejuvenation, as it also helps stimulate the process of collagen production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Pico Laser is being used as a part of a combined treatment method, including a preparation before the application of Botox, fillers, and lipolysis; a combination with 4% hydroquinone for the treatment of benign pigmented lesions; and a combination with hyaluronic acid fillers in the treatment of acne scars<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reading to this point, if you are currently seeking treatment for pigment abnormalities, tattoo removal, or skin rejuvenation, consider contacting us for additional consultation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Benefits of treatment with Pico Laser<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Pico Laser is becoming popular in aesthetic treatment as it retains the effectiveness of laser treatment while reducing the number of complications found in earlier types of laser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some key benefits of Pico Laser<\/p>\n\n\n\n