PICOWAY® LASER
Picosecond laser treatment for selected pigmentation, skin tone, scars and rejuvenation, often with limited downtime.
The PicoWay® laser from Candela leverages picosecond pulses—measured in trillionths of a second—to generate precise "shockwaves" that fragment ink particles and melanin without excessive heat.
The PicoWay® platform can support four picosecond wavelengths (532 nm, 730 nm, 785 nm and 1064 nm) across different handpieces. The available configuration and treatment choice must match the pigment, tattoo colour, diagnosis and skin type.
The Fusion 532 handpiece provides fractional treatment for selected benign superficial pigmentation such as suitable freckles and sunspots. Any pigmented lesion should be assessed before treatment.
The Resolve fractional handpiece is available in 532 nm and 1064 nm configurations for selected indications including acne scars, wrinkles and melasma. Treatment time, recovery and the number of sessions vary with the concern and treatment area.
How It Works
Primarily Photoacoustic Energy
PicoWay® uses ultra-short picosecond pulses to create a primarily photoacoustic effect, targeting pigment while limiting surrounding heat. Suitability and settings vary by diagnosis and skin type.
Recovery Depends on the Treatment
Many pigmentation and rejuvenation settings involve limited downtime, while tattoo and more intensive treatments can cause swelling, crusting or a longer recovery.
Versatile Wavelengths for Customised Treatments
The PicoWay® platform can support four wavelengths—532, 730, 785, and 1064 nm—with different handpieces for specific indications. Your clinician will select the appropriate configuration for your concern and skin type.
532 nm (Zoom & Resolve Handpieces)
Used for selected superficial or epidermal pigmentation after the lesion and skin type have been assessed.
1064 nm Wavelength
Used for selected deeper pigment and fractional treatments. Suitability and settings depend on the pigment, skin type and treatment goal.
532 Fusion
Uses fractional 532 nm delivery to target selected benign superficial pigmentation, including suitable sunspots and freckles. Assessment is required before treating any pigmented lesion.
PicoWay® Laser Treatment at a Glance
Skin Concerns
Sun Spots
Acne Scars
Birth Marks
FrecklesBenefits of PicoWay®
Options Across Skin Types – PicoWay® settings can be tailored to different skin types after an individual assessment.
Selected Pigmentation Concerns – May be considered for suitable age spots, sunspots, freckles and post-inflammatory pigmentation after assessment.
Post–Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH) – Requires careful diagnosis and conservative treatment planning because laser treatment can sometimes worsen it.
Targeted Picosecond Pulses – Ultra-short pulses target suitable pigment while limiting surrounding heat; treatment numbers vary by diagnosis and skin type.
Selected Rejuvenation Uses – Resolve handpieces may be used for selected acne scars, fine lines and wrinkles.
Individual Assessment – Wavelength, applicator and settings are selected for the concern and skin type.
Frequently Asked Questions
Precision pigment treatment and advanced collagen stimulation — picosecond power with PicoWay® at Scars & Lasers.
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