How it works
"Q-switching" lets the laser release energy in nanosecond pulses. The pigment absorbs that energy and shatters, without heating the surrounding skin much. That's why, used with the right settings, it's well suited to Indian (darker) skin types, which are prone to pigmentation from heat-based treatments.
What it treats
- Sun spots, freckles and age spots
- Dark marks after pimples (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation)
- Uneven tone and dullness, through laser toning
- Oily skin and open pores, through the carbon laser peel
- Melasma, as part of a combined plan with creams and sun protection
- Tattoos
Sessions and downtime
Toning sessions are usually spaced 2 – 4 weeks apart, often 4 – 8 sessions. There's mild redness for a few hours. Discrete spots may darken and flake off over 7 – 10 days.
A word about melasma
Melasma is driven by hormones, heat and sun. Lasers can help, but aggressive treatment can make it worse. We combine gentle low-fluence toning with prescription creams, sunscreen and sometimes oral treatment. Maintenance is part of the plan.
Aftercare
Use broad-spectrum sunscreen daily and reapply when outdoors. Avoid scrubs and strong actives for a few days, and follow your doctor's routine.
This article is for general education and is not medical advice. Results vary from person to person.