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Candela PicoWay

The Candela PicoWay is a cutting-edge picosecond laser system designed for treating skin irregularities, including tattoo removal, acne scars, wrinkles, and pigmented lesions. It uses ultra-short pulses of energy to target ink particles and skin imperfections with precision while minimizing skin damage and promoting faster healing. Suitable for a wide range of skin types, PicoWay is known for delivering highly effective results with minimal downtime.

The PicoWay laser system is FDA, CE, and TGA cleared. The device uses a picosecond laser beam with high power and ultra-short pulses to transform your skin from the inside out! The PicoWay laser treats acne scars, wrinkles, benign pigmented lesions (dark spots), and removes black and multi-color tattoos.

The PicoWay laser first became known for its tattoo and pigment removal capabilities, but it continues to grow in use for acne scars and wrinkles. The PicoWay laser uses different handpieces and laser wavelengths for treatment of these conditions, which your treatment provider will use according to what’s right for you and your skin.

The Candela PicoWay laser system offers advanced solutions for various skin concerns, including tattoo removal, pigmentation issues, and skin revitalization. Utilizing picosecond technology, PicoWay delivers ultra-short pulses of energy that target and shatter pigment particles without damaging surrounding skin. This method allows for effective tattoo removal across all skin types and colors. Additionally, PicoWay can treat unwanted pigmentation and melasma by breaking down pigment in the skin, promoting a more even skin tone. The system also stimulates collagen production, enhancing skin texture and reducing fine lines, all while prioritizing patient comfort through advanced cooling mechanisms. With customizable settings, the PicoWay system ensures precise treatments tailored to individual skin needs.

Candela PicoWay FAQ's

What is PicoWay?

The PicoWay laser is an ultra-fast picosecond laser that treats acne scars, wrinkles, benign pigmented lesions and tattoo removal. The PicoWay Resolve laser is a treatment on the PicoWay laser system, that uses a laser handpiece that splits the full beam into tiny microbeams. This allows treatment of conditions like acne scars, wrinkles and benign pigmented lesions. PicoWay Resolve acts by creating tiny open spaces, called vacuoles, under the skin where new collagen and elastin are built and can transform the skin over time.4,5,8 PicoWay treatments are typically brief (15-20 minutes) and are done over a series of treatment sessions spaced weeks apart.8 Your doctor will recommend a treatment plan that works best for you.

Is the PicoWay laser right for me?

If you are looking for a laser treatment that acts below the surface of the skin and offers low to no downtime, then the PicoWay laser may be the right laser for you. Ask your doctor if PicoWay laser treatment can minimize your acne scars or wrinkles or remove bothersome dark spots and tattoos that you no longer want.

Is the PicoWay laser safe?

ide effects with the PicoWay laser are typically transient and expected as part of the laser treatment.1-6 Patients experience low to no downtime. In some cases, patients may use a topical anesthetic to enhance comfort during the treatment. More common side effects include redness, swelling, pinpoint bleeding, tingling or purplish spots.1-6,8 These effects will differ, however, depending on the treatment you receive.

Are PicoWay treatments painful?

Your level of discomfort depends on the type treatment you receive. For example, those undergoing tattoo removal are like to experience some pain and discomfort. However, when undergoing the PicoWay Resolve treatment, patients treated for wrinkles generally reported low levels of pain, and mild to no discomfort from those treated for acne scars or dark spots.

How soon can I expect to see results?

You may be able to see initial improvement after just the first treatment. However, this depends on the condition treated, and multiple sessions are typically necessary.1-6 With PicoWay Resolve treatment, most patients reported low levels of pain during treatment for wrinkles and mild to no discomfort for acne scar treatment.