Pigmentation & brightening
Laser options for uneven pigmentation and skin tone. The treatment is chosen according to the type of pigmentation and your skin.
PicoSure Toning
A 755 nm picosecond laser that breaks pigment apart photoacoustically, with little heat left in the surrounding skin.
Excel V Laser
532 nm and 1064 nm laser wavelengths address selected vascular and redness concerns. Settings depend on the vessel and your skin condition.
VRM 4 Toning
Low-dose Nd:YAG toning at 1064 nm, repeated over a course, for diffuse pigment and melasma.
ZoomPass
A laser toning option for uneven skin tone, with the treatment settings selected during consultation.
Genesis
A 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser treatment using GentleMax Pro Plus, selected to address redness, uneven tone, and skin texture.
Laser toning devices
VRM4 | PicoSure / ZoomPass | Genesis G-Max Pro Plus | Excel V | CO2 Spot removal | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Energy type | Q-Switched Nd:YAG | 755nm picosecond laser | Micro-pulse 1064nm Nd:YAG | Dual wavelength (532nm / 1064nm) | 10,600nm ablative gas laser |
| Typical sessions | Every 1–2 weeks (initial 5–10 sessions) | Every 3–4 weeks | Every 2–4 weeks | Every 3–4 weeks | 1–2 times |
| Results timeline | Gradual brightening; best after 5–10 sessions | Gradual brightening; best after 5–10 sessions | Cumulative "glow"; best after 5+ sessions | Immediate for some veins; 3–5 sessions for pigment | Permanent after 1–2 sessions (deep roots may require a touch-up) |
| Pain level | Low | Moderate | Very low | Low to Moderate | Moderate |
| Best for | Shatters deep pigment (melasma) & brightens tone | Shrinks pores & refines skin texture, breaks pigment | Reduces flushing, boosts collagen, & refines pores | Rosacea, cherry angiomas, spider veins, and stubborn red or brown spots | Moles, skin tags, flat warts, and milia removal |
| Approximate downtime | None | Minimal. Pinkness for 24 hours; tiny red dots for 2–3 days with ZoomPass | None (temporary healthy glow) | Minimal (redness or slight swelling for 1–2 days) | 7–10 days: small scabs form. Requires protective patches (Duoderm) for 1 week |
Results and downtime vary by skin type, diagnosis, and treatment settings. A consultation is required before treatment. Genesis is performed on the Candela GentleMax Pro Plus.
Choosing a treatment
Melasma, sun spots, and vascular redness need different assessments and treatment settings. We first identify the concern and consider your skin tone before recommending a laser.
Laser toning, laser hair removal and laser tattoo removal may not be suitable for deep or dark skin tones. Laser hair removal may also be less effective on very light, grey or blonde hair. Our doctors assess suitability at consultation. Recommended session numbers and intervals are general estimates. The appropriate schedule varies according to the treatment, treatment area, skin condition and individual response.
Laser treatment can worsen pigmentation in some cases. Suitability and settings require careful assessment, with progress reviewed during treatment.
Yes. Daily sun protection is an important part of pigmentation care. Follow the aftercare instructions provided for your treatment.
Some pigmentation, hair-removal, and tattoo-removal lasers may not be suitable for deeper skin tones. Contact us before booking; final suitability is assessed in person.
