PICO Laser Carbon Peel 

PICO Carbon Laser Peel 

(6-8 treatments 2-4 weeks apart)

The laser carbon peel is a fast and painless procedure done to help improve the look of skin.

It’s used primarily by people with oily skin, acne, and enlarged or clogged pores. This treatment is also beneficial if you’re starting to see the effects of sun damage to your skin.

Laser carbon peels deeply exfoliate skin. They also help stimulate collagen production.

Laser carbon peels are used to treat:

•  Acne

•  Acne pigmentation

•  Acne scarring

•  Enlarged and clogged pores

•  Photo-aging

•  Fine lines and wrinkles

Chemical Peels also treat these skin conditions, but here are some of the main differences between the two:

•  Laser carbon peels use heat instead of chemicals for results

•  Laser carbon peels require no down time

•  People with sensitive skin or skin conditions like eczema will usually experience less redness and irritation after a carbon peel than from a chemical peel

Q&A

Who is suitable for this treatment?

All Skin types

How many sessions are recommended?

6-8 sessions

Does it hurt?

Slight discomfort

Treatment Interval

2-4 weeks apart

What can I expect after treatment?

NO downtime. Mild redness may occur. Pores are more tighten

Preparation

2 weeks prior to treatment:

- Avoid direct sun exposure and use of SPF 50+ sunscreen.

- Avoid Laser, IPL, and Skin Needling/Cosmetic Grade Peels

- Avoid electrolysis, facial waxing, and depilatory use, fake tan, solarium, or tanning drugs such as Melanotan

1 week prior to treatment:

- Avoid prescriptionn topical Vitamin A or Hydroquinone

Aftercare

- Use Skin Barrier cream aftercare pack, as prescribed by your Therapist

- Avoid direct sun exposure for 7 days and wear SPF 50+ before going outside

- Avoid strenuous exercise or anything that may cause excessive perspiration including saunas, spas, and steam rooms within the first 1-2 days.

- Avoid direct heat (including hair dryers and very hot showers) within the first 1-2 days

- Avoid picking or pulling any loose or exfoliating skin.

- Avoid exfoliating your skin for the first 1-2 week after treatment

- Avoid using any active or high-intensity skincare products for the first 5 days

- Avoid electrolysis, facial waxing, and depilatory use

Note, any Pigmentation Removal Treatment that uses medical-grade lasers can expect a mild discolouration of pigment before it heals after just a few days.