PiQo⁴ Photoacoustic skin rejuvenation has arrived

PiQo⁴ is a new Photoacoustic Picofractional treatment offering unParalleled Performance for Pigment and tattoo removal.

The PiQo⁴ by Lumenis is a skin rejuvenation, pigment and tattoo removal laser representing the highest level of innovation and next-wave technology.

Its standout features include nano and picosecond laser pulses, four wavelengths, high energy output, deep reach and the option of small to very large spot sizes, allowing the shattering of deep dermal pigments and full clearance of a wide range of coloured tattoos, with faster results and shorter treatment times.

The PiQo⁴ laser uses non-thermal PicoFractional technology, which converts light into sound waves to create microscopic holes deep within the dermis known as Laser Induced Optical Breakdown (LIOB). The photoacoustic beam creates pressure waves that initiate an enhanced inflammatory healing response, resulting in increased production of collagen and elastin. This is combined with high energy that reaches deep to shatter multiple types of pigments to achieve brighter and more even skin tone and to remove unwanted tattoos.

Photoacoustics does not cause any thermal injury, thereby resulting in reduced risk of thermal complications. Since heat is not the primary source of energy, all skin types and colours can be treated – this is of particular importance for Asian skin rejuvenation and darker skin tones.

In addition, because the photoacoustic energy and PicoFractional technology treat tiny areas at a time, the surrounding healthy tissues remain intact and unaffected, leading to minimal downtime and recovery.

Pico + Nano = Results²

Delivering both nanosecond and picosecond pulses is the optimal method for shattering pigment particles, according to some clinical studies. Large ink particles respond better to longer pulse durations (nanosecond), while small particles respond better to shorter pulse durations (picosecond).

Using a rocks-to-sand analogy, first the nanosecond pulses are used to break down the larger and deeper pigment or ink particles, effectively changing them from ‘rocks’ to ‘pebbles’. Next the picosecond pulses dismantle the smaller and shallower particles, turning the ‘pebbles’ into ‘sand’, offering better results than using either one of the technologies on its own.

Deeper reach, larger zones, shorter treatment times PiQo⁴ offers up to 15 spot sizes, ranging from 2mm to 15.5mm, with a large uniform spot size almost four times larger than many other similar systems.

This means it has the potential to treat larger dark spots and tattoos more effectively. Additionally, because it can address a larger area, treatments are now faster than before.
PiQo⁴’s larger spot sizes allow deeper penetration into the dermis and better dispersal of the pigment or embedded ink particles. Studies have demonstrated that treatment with a large spot size at low fluences significantly decreases any occurrence of blistering, discoloration or scarring on the skin’s surface, since the energy is being spread over a wider area.

Another advantage is that the high energy levels of PiQo⁴ allow pigment and tattoo removal with fewer treatments. PiQo⁴ provides up to 10 times more energy for both 1064nm and 532nm (650mJ & 325mJ respectively) wavelengths. They can be set as either nano or pico, making them suitable for use with both, for dual pulse treatments.

PiQo⁴ also offers an accurate calibration that can be calibrated to each treatment through the handpiece, ensuring no loss of power.

4 wavelengths for advanced ink clearance

With PiQo⁴, Lumenis has created a treatment to erase a rainbow of colours. Since each pigment color absorbs a specific wavelength, it o ers four wavelengths – 1064nm, 532nm, 650nm and 585nm – to target nine of the most frequently used tattoo colours, ranging from light orange to dark black. As such, the PiQo⁴ can treat the broadest range of pigment and tattoo colours on the widest range of skin types. AMP

For more information call 1800 586 364 www.lumenis.com aesthetic.au@lumenis.com