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For those concerned about dark spots, dullness, or melasma, finding an effective treatment may seem difficult. Many people try various skincare products and treatments, but it can take time for results to appear. This is why Pico Toning has attracted attention.
This article explains the details and effects of Pico Toning. If you feel that daily skincare is not enough or would like to learn more about Pico Toning, please use this article as a reference.
Pico Toning is recommended for people with the following concerns.
Melasma, which is said to be difficult to treat, is a particular concern. If you have any of these concerns, consider Pico Toning.
Pico Toning is a treatment that delivers laser energy in an extremely short period known as a picosecond, or one-trillionth of a second. Although it uses minimal laser energy, it causes less damage to the skin than conventional laser treatments while providing maximum effects. It is effective for pigmentation such as dark spots, freckles, and melasma.
The picosecond laser breaks melanin pigment into tiny particles and gradually eliminates them from the body, helping to even out the skin tone. Pico Toning also works not only on the surface of the skin but on the dermis, where it can be expected to promote collagen production and improve the skin’s firmness and elasticity.
Pico Toning has the following features.
Each point is explained in detail below.
Pico Toning delivers laser energy in extremely short pulses, allowing melanin pigment to be broken down effectively. As repeated treatments gradually reduce melanin pigment, you can feel the effects sooner than with conventional laser treatments.
Because Pico Toning places less thermal stress on the skin, treatment-related pain is also reduced. Pico Toning destroys melanin using shock waves, producing less heat than conventional lasers and making it gentler on the skin. For people with delicate or sensitive skin, cooling gel or cool air may further reduce discomfort.
Because Pico Toning causes less damage to the skin, redness and swelling after treatment are reduced. Downtime is not zero, and some people may experience skin redness or discomfort. However, one characteristic of the treatment is that these effects are short-lived.
Pico Toning can be expected to have effects on various skin concerns. Representative examples include the following.
Each effect is explained in detail below.
Pico Toning breaks melanin pigment into tiny particles to improve dark spots, freckles, and dullness. By delivering laser energy intensively to pigmented areas, it can also destroy small melanin particles. It is particularly effective for skin concerns caused by pigmentation from sun exposure or aging.
One characteristic of Pico Toning is that it can gradually destroy melanin located in the deeper layers of the skin, such as dark spots, as well as melanin on the surface, such as dullness. If you have a skin concern related to melanin, Pico Toning may be worth considering as a treatment.
Melasma refers to symmetrical dark spots that develop below the outer corners of the eyes, on the cheeks, and in similar areas. It is complex pigmentation caused by factors such as hormonal imbalance and ultraviolet rays, and has traditionally been considered difficult to improve with conventional treatments.
However, Pico Toning is also effective for melasma and can help create a brighter, more even skin tone. Because it uses low-output laser irradiation, it can help prevent melasma from worsening.
Pico Toning can also be expected to tighten pores. By working on the dermis, the laser can dissolve keratin plugs trapped in the pores and tighten the sebaceous glands. As a result, it improves skin texture and creates smoother skin with less noticeable pores.
Pico Toning promotes collagen production and improves wrinkles and sagging. In addition, because the treatment promotes the production of collagen and elastin, it improves skin quality and can restore youthful skin with greater firmness and elasticity.
Both Pico Toning and Laser Toning are effective treatments for dark spots and melasma. However, there are significant differences in their irradiation time and effects.
As mentioned above, Pico Toning delivers laser energy in picosecond units. This allows melanin to be broken down more finely while causing less damage to the skin. Laser Toning, on the other hand, delivers laser energy in nanosecond units, so it may take slightly longer to produce effects compared with Pico Toning. Pico Toning may provide effects sooner and with fewer treatment sessions.
Pico Toning treatment is performed in the following stages.
1.Consultation and examination
2.Facial cleansing and treatment
3.Aftercare
First, a physician conducts a consultation and examines the condition of your skin and your concerns. If it is determined that Pico Toning cannot treat your condition, another treatment will be recommended. If there are no issues, makeup and impurities are removed, cooling gel is applied, and the treatment is generally performed.
Laser irradiation is completed in a few minutes, and although there is little downtime, you must moisturize your skin and protect it from ultraviolet rays after treatment. Redness may appear immediately after treatment, but it generally subsides relatively quickly. Afterward, undergoing multiple treatments at intervals of 2–3 weeks can help you experience the effects to the fullest.
Pico Toning generally provides the greatest effects when performed 5–10 times at intervals of 2–3 weeks. Results vary from person to person, and the number of sessions is adjusted according to the condition of the skin and the severity of the concerns. Please consult a physician to determine the specific number of sessions.
The following points should be noted when undergoing Pico Toning.
Each point is explained in detail below.
People who meet the following conditions cannot undergo Pico Toning.
If you have any of these conditions, a physician must determine whether treatment is appropriate. Please consult us in advance.
You may feel mild pain during treatment, but it can be reduced with cooling gel or cool air. There is almost no downtime, and even if redness occurs, it generally subsides within a few hours. People with sensitive or delicate skin should be aware that they may experience some pain or downtime.
Pico Toning is a highly safe treatment, but the following side effects and risks may rarely occur.
Some people experience these side effects while others do not, but in either case, appropriate aftercare after treatment is extremely important. Follow your physician’s instructions and take appropriate care of your skin.
It is important to avoid ultraviolet rays after treatment. Because your skin is more sensitive than usual, protection from ultraviolet rays and moisturization are essential. Also, avoid using cosmetics that irritate the skin before and after treatment. Neglecting this may cause dryness, which may make you more prone to developing acne.
Pico Toning is an effective treatment for improving skin concerns such as dark spots, dullness, and melasma while minimizing the burden on the skin. Because it involves little pain and a short downtime, it can be easily received even by people with busy schedules. With regular treatments, the skin tone becomes more even, and you may be able to achieve beautiful skin with improved firmness and elasticity.
If you are considering Pico Toning, please consult LIVELY CLINIC. Our physicians have the latest equipment and specialized knowledge, enabling us to provide the most suitable treatment for each patient. We also provide consistent support from consultation through aftercare. If you are receiving treatment for the first time or are interested in Pico Toning, please contact us.
※Implementation Clinics: Osaka Clinic, Hamamatsucho Clinic, Funabashi Clinic
*Hamamatsucho and Osaka Clinics: PicoSure; Funabashi Clinic: Pico 3 Pro
※Implementation Clinics: Osaka Clinic, Hamamatsucho Clinic, Funabashi Clinic
*Hamamatsucho and Osaka Clinics: PicoSure; Funabashi Clinic: Pico 3 Pro
※Implementation Clinics: Osaka Clinic, Hamamatsucho Clinic, Funabashi Clinic
*Hamamatsucho and Osaka Clinics: PicoSure; Funabashi Clinic: Pico 3 Pro
※Implementation Clinics: Osaka Clinic, Hamamatsucho Clinic, Funabashi Clinic
*Hamamatsucho and Osaka Clinics: PicoSure; Funabashi Clinic: Pico 3 Pro
※Implementation Clinics: Osaka Clinic, Hamamatsucho Clinic, Funabashi Clinic
*Hamamatsucho and Osaka Clinics: PicoSure; Funabashi Clinic: Pico 3 Pro
※Implementation Clinics: Osaka Clinic, Hamamatsucho Clinic, Funabashi Clinic
*Funabashi clinic Pico3 Pro
