What it is
Short-pulse laser systems used for selected benign pigment, tattoo or skin-revitalization plans depending on wavelength and handpiece.
Picosecond pulses create photoacoustic effects in a selected target. ‘Pico’ describes pulse duration, not one identical device or wavelength.
Who it may suit
People with a clinician-confirmed pigment, redness, texture, pore or scar concern suited to the selected wavelength or device.
Who needs extra review
Recent tanning, active infection, photosensitising medication, uncontrolled skin disease or a high pigment-change risk require medical review.
Planning and results
- Common areas
- Selected facial or body pigment and tattoo indications
- Sessions
- The plan depends on whether the target is a spot, melasma, tattoo or fractional texture treatment; these should not be compared as one generic 'pico' session.
- When results may appear
- Redness or darkening can appear first. Improvement may develop over weeks and often requires more than one visit.
- Downtime
- From mild redness to crusting or pigment change depending on target and settings.
Pricing and current promotions
Same price as Korean locals — no foreigner markup. GREY does not charge a booking fee or add a markup.
Prices change with each clinic's monthly promotions and the exact product, device, dose, shots or treatment area. Message us for today's clinic rate.
Potential advantages
- Multiple wavelengths and handpieces exist
- Can target selected pigment with short pulses
- Some protocols have limited surface downtime
Limitations & risks
- Melasma and post-inflammatory pigment can worsen with an unsuitable plan
- Device and wavelength matter
- Blistering, scarring and hypo- or hyperpigmentation are possible
Before your visit
Ask for the diagnosis, exact device, wavelength or tip, settings approach, expected downtime and sun-avoidance plan.
After treatment
Use strict sun protection and follow wound-care advice. Report blistering, increasing pain, infection signs or unexpected pigment change.
Questions to ask
- What diagnosis, device and wavelength?
- Is this toning, spot treatment or fractional handpiece treatment?
- How will you reduce pigment-change risk for my skin tone?
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pico Laser usually take?
Usually 20–90 minutes including preparation and cooling; larger or more intensive areas take longer.
How many Pico Laser sessions might I need?
The plan depends on whether the target is a spot, melasma, tattoo or fractional texture treatment; these should not be compared as one generic 'pico' session.
When might I notice a change after Pico Laser?
Redness or darkening can appear first. Improvement may develop over weeks and often requires more than one visit.