What is PicoWay® Laser Rejuvenation?
Older laser technologies use intense heat (photo-thermal energy) to treat the skin, which can cause significant redness, downtime, and even worsen conditions like melasma.
The PicoWay® laser is different. It uses photo-acoustic energy, delivering ultra-short (picosecond) pulses of light that reach under the skin to shatter pigment into tiny particles without burning the surface. For skin texturing and acne scars, we use the PicoWay Resolve handpiece, which creates microscopic spaces beneath the skin to trigger a massive surge of natural collagen and elastin production—all while leaving the outer layer of your skin completely intact.
Top Benefits of the PicoWay® Laser
- The Melasma Gold Standard: Because it uses sound waves instead of heat, PicoWay is one of the only lasers globally recognized to safely and effectively treat melasma without triggering it to come back darker.
- Safe for All Skin Tones: The ultimate laser for fair, olive, and deep skin tones with zero risk of heat-induced scarring.
- Virtually Zero Downtime: Also known as the “lunchtime laser,” you can return to work immediately with just a mild, temporary flush.
- Complete Skin Reset: Dramatically shrinks pores, smooths acne scarring, and erases years of sun spots.
Why Trust Sparkle? (The Candela Experts)
When it comes to treating delicate concerns like melasma or acne scars on the face, the expertise of the provider matters just as much as the machine.
- We Teach the Technology: Our founder is a Clinical Trainer and a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for Candela, the creators of the PicoWay® laser. We don’t just use this machine; we travel the country teaching other medical clinics how to use it safely and effectively.
- Medical Oversight: Enjoy clinical-grade results in a safe, luxurious environment overseen by our highly trained medical aesthetics team.
- Custom Game Plans: We don’t do cookie-cutter skin care. We customize the laser’s wavelength and intensity specifically for your unique skin type and pigmentation depth.
What We Treat with PicoWay®
- Pigmentation & Sun Damage: Freckles, age spots, and uneven skin tone on the face, chest, and hands.
- Melasma: The stubborn “pregnancy mask” or hormonal hyperpigmentation.
- Acne Scars: Rolling scars, boxcar scars, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (the dark spots left behind after a breakout).
- Skin Rejuvenation: Fine lines, enlarged pores, and overall skin dullness.
- (Looking to remove unwanted ink? Visit our dedicated PicoWay Laser Tattoo Removal Page).
Real Results (PicoWay Laser Before & After)
What to Expect (The Sparkle Process)
The Sparkle Experience
The Deep Dive Consultation
We assess your skin type, history of sun exposure, and specific pigmentation to ensure PicoWay is the exact right technology for you.
The Treatment
The session takes about 20 to 30 minutes. You will feel a mild, warm tingling or a light “snapping” sensation. It is highly tolerable, and we use a cooling device to ensure your comfort.
The Immediate Aftermath
Your skin will look slightly pink or flushed, similar to a mild sunburn, which usually subsides within a few hours. Pigmented spots may temporarily darken before they flake away.
The Glowing Results
Over the next few weeks, your body will naturally clear the shattered pigment, and fresh collagen will begin to plump and smooth your skin texture.
The Recovery
Expect 24–48 hours of mild redness or “tightness.”
