PicoToning

Personalized PicoToning with Candela PicoWay

PicoToning uses the Candela PicoWay laser to address suitable pigmentation concerns through a series of carefully tailored treatments. Using the Zoom 1064 nm handpiece, we deliver low fluence picosecond pulses across the treatment area to target excess pigment and gradually improve the appearance of uneven skin tone.

PicoToning uses a full beam approach, while fractional PicoWay Resolve treatments are designed to address concerns such as texture and acne scarring. We select the approach according to your skin and goals.

Your complimentary consultation begins with understanding your pigmentation concerns and what you’d like to improve. We assess your skin tone, review your skincare and treatment history, and discuss factors such as sun exposure and hormonal changes. We explain whether PicoToning is appropriate, the potential benefits and risks, and how it may fit into a broader skincare plan. For melasma, we set realistic expectations around gradual improvement, recurrence and ongoing management.

After providing protective eyewear, your specialist selects settings tailored to your skin and pigmentation. The PicoWay handpiece moves methodically across the agreed area, delivering low fluence pulses in controlled passes. You may feel a light snapping or prickling sensation. We monitor your skin’s response and check in on your comfort throughout the session, adjusting the approach as needed. Each appointment builds on an assessment of how your skin responded to the previous treatment.

Before you leave, we explain how to support your skin with gentle skincare and consistent sun protection. We guide you on when to resume active products, makeup and activities involving heat. Mild temporary redness may occur, although recovery varies. Daily broad spectrum sunscreen is especially important when managing pigmentation, alongside any skincare recommended for your concerns. We review changes between sessions and reassess treatment if you notice new darkening, patchy lightening or irritation.