Q Laser or Picosure for Southeast Asian Skin? (Photo)

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I am contemplating on which clinic to go to, one is using Picosure but is not a doctor (Andrea Catton Clinic - Lancashire,UK) and the other uses a Q Laser, but is a reputable cosmetic surgeon. I am southeast Asian, my skin is more a combination of the yellowish and olive tone - BUT I tan myself on a regular basis (not sure if this is useful info). Which device should work best for my skin?

Brian K. Machida, MD, FACS · Answer

Picosure represents more advanced technology than the Q switched.   I would strongly consider the Picosure laser for your skin.

Richard Ort, MD · Answer

In general, the Q-switched Nd:YAG laser (1064 nm wavelength) is the safest laser for darker skin.  The Picosure laser has a shorter wavelength (755 nm) which is theoretically less safe for darker skin.  You might want to speak to the clinicans who have Picosure to hear about their experience treating darker patients.  I would suggest doing a small test spot before treating the entire tattoo.  Also, no matter which laser you use, you need to stop tanning and let your tan fade before treating with laser.  Tanned skin is injured skin when it comes to laser treatment and the risk of side effects is much higher in tanned skin.

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