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A fractional picosecond laser treatment for acne scars, texture, pores, and fine lines when the goal is dermal remodeling with less surface injury than ablative resurfacing.
For texture and scar remodeling; pigment work belongs in pigment-focused pico or toning rows.
Check first: Active infection.
Skin tone
Often used on tones I–V, with the right settings.
On tone VI, dark or light patches are more likely. Ask your provider first.
Skin tone ranges differ by device. Ask which device they will use for your skin.
General info, not a check of your own skin.
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Skin types
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Skin types to ask about first
Dry or FlakyAsk first
Can leave dry skin drier or flakier for a while. Ask your provider how to prepare.
Sensitive or Redness-proneAsk first
Needs a gentle, barrier-safe plan and careful screening.
Breakout-proneAsk first
Active breakouts in the area may need to calm down first. Ask your provider.
In no special order. Ask which one they use, and why.
4 devices
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The visit
RecoveryRedness and mild swelling, usually for a short time
May look swollen2 days
Avoid sun4 weeks
No makeup24 hours
No sweat or heat24-48 hours
Other aftercare
Wear sunscreen every day
Don't pick, peel or scratchYour provider may give you different timing.
Before your visit: ask when to start
After your visit
Common
Less common
Your own risks may differ. Ask a qualified provider.
It uses tiny fractional pico pulses to remodel texture without doing a full ablative resurfacing reset.
Fractional picosecond pulses split energy into microscopic zones that create controlled laser-tissue interaction and stimulate repair while surrounding skin helps healing.
Fractionated picosecond pulses create microscopic laser-tissue interaction zones that trigger dermal repair and collagen remodeling.
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Often explored alongside this treatment
Fractional Laser: Fraxel & Clear + Brilliant
A gentler fractional laser for scars, texture and pores, with shorter recovery
Laser Toning
Often searched as Pico Genesis
Gentle laser passes for uneven tone and some pigment, with little downtime
Fractional CO2 Resurfacing
A strong CO2 laser for deeper lines, scars and sun damage, with real downtime
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