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Often searched as Pico Genesis
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A conservative low-fluence pigment laser series for uneven tone and selected melasma-prone pigment when rebound risk is carefully managed.
Gentle laser passes for uneven tone and some pigment, with little downtime.
Check first: Active skin infections or inflammation in the treatment area.
Skin tone
Often used on tones I–IV, with the right settings.
On tones V–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.
What people use it for
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Skin types
Often a fit for all of these. Tap one for details.
Skin types to ask about first
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.
6 devices
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The visit
RecoveryNone; redness for a few hours
Avoid sun3 days
No makeup24 hours
No sweat or heat24 hours
Your provider may give you different timing.
Before your visit: ask when to start
2–4 weeks before
No tanning or strong sun for 2–4 weeks before
5–7 days before
Stop retinoids, acids and scrubs for 5–7 days before
A few days before
Stop fish oil and vitamin E for a few days before
Right after your visit
Avoid hard exercise, heat and heavy sweating for 24 hours
After your visit
Common
Less common
Your own risks may differ. Ask a qualified provider.
Low-fluence Q-switched pulses create a photoacoustic effect, fragmenting pigment for natural clearance while stimulating dermal collagen.
Low-fluence Q-switched-style pulses target pigment while trying to avoid excessive heat or inflammation.
Utilizes the principle of subcellular selective photothermolysis. The laser's short pulse duration and low fluence target melanosomes (pigment granules) within cells, fragmenting them through a photoacoustic effect without causing cell death or significant thermal damage to surrounding tissue. This process also stimulates dermal fibroblasts, leading to collagen remodeling and skin rejuvenation.
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Often explored alongside this treatment
Pico Laser: PicoSure & PicoWay
Very short laser pulses that break up tattoo ink and dark spots
Active Skincare Ingredients
Skincare ingredients chosen for one concern, like hydration, barrier support or sun protection
Laser Pigment Correction
Lasers that target sun spots and age spots
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