I am part Korean and have hyperpigmentation from sun damage (not melasma). I have been pretreating with 4% HQ and anticipate having Picosure treatment for skin rejuvenation shortly. During my consult, the RN checked my skin pigment which ranged from 19-23. She recommended Picosure with 755 setting to help with both hyperpigmentation and boosting collagen production. Would the 1064 setting be safer for my skin tone, in context of laser-induced hyperpigmentation?
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The PicoSure "focus" lens delivers a more concentrated laser beam than the "flat" lens. This makes the “focus” lens better for addressing wrinkles, acne scars, and uneven skin texture. In contrast, the flat lens is designed for more surface-level pigmentation concerns like sunspots and fre...
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