Pico Laser Pigmentation Removal

Pigmentation disorders are among the most prevalent skin concerns in Singapore, driven by intense UV exposure year-round, hormonal changes, and post-inflammatory darkening from acne. Dr Plus Aesthetics Clinic addresses these conditions using Pico laser technology — one of the most precise and effective modalities available for pigment removal in Asian skin types.

The Pico laser emits energy in picoseconds (trillionths of a second), compared to the nanoseconds used by older Q-switched lasers. This ultra-short pulse duration creates a predominantly photoacoustic effect: pigment particles are shattered by pressure rather than heated and burned. This distinction is critical for Asian patients, whose higher baseline melanin levels make them more susceptible to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) from photothermal…

At Dr Plus Aesthetics Clinic, the Pico laser is used to treat a range of pigmentation conditions. Superficial lesions — including solar lentigines (sunspots), ephelides (freckles), and café-au-lait macules — respond most quickly and may clear significantly within 2–3 sessions. Deeper or more complex conditions, such as melasma or dermal pigmentation, require a longer and more cautious approach with lower fluence settings to avoid triggering a reactive…