PicoSure in Beverly Hills and Pasadena

Name: Picosure
Brand: Leif Rogers, MD
Rating: 5 (95 reviews)

Rejuvenate your complexion and restore smooth, even skin with PicoSure treatments in Beverly Hills and Pasadena. At LRMD, we take an individualized approach to every PicoSure session to target your specific concerns and bring your vision to life.

Revitalizing Your Skin's Texture

Acne scarring, dullness, and texture irregularities can linger long after breakouts fade and be resistant to topical treatments alone. At Leif Rogers, MD, we offer PicoSure's advanced treatments to patients in Beverly Hills and Pasadena who want smoother, more refined skin. Using focused picosecond energy, PicoSure works beneath the surface to encourage your skin to rebuild itself for a smoother, firmer, and more even complexion.

What Is PicoSure?

PicoSure is a picosecond (one trillionth of a second) laser that uses a specialized focus lens array to create pressure waves within your skin, stimulating collagen and elastin production without significant surface disruption. This process gradually improves texture, tone, and firmness over time, restoring healthier skin. Many of our Beverly Hills and Pasadena patients come to us for the following benefits of PicoSure treatments:

Improvement in acne scarring
Reduction of diffuse pigmentation
Softened fine lines and texture irregularities
A more even, refreshed complexion

Why Choose Leif Rogers, MD?

With LRMD, you get the precise, scientifically backed treatments you need with the customized, close patient care you deserve. Our founder, Leif Rogers, MD, FACS, is a board-certified plastic surgeon dedicated to going over and beyond his patients’ expectations. Here, our advanced laser treatments are performed by licensed technicians with direct physician oversight and are never delegated without proper clinical supervision. Our Beverly Hills and Pasadena facilities meet strict safety and sterilization standards, and our team is specifically trained in picosecond laser protocols designed to protect your skin while maximizing results. Every laser treatment is subject to the same clinical rigor as our surgical procedures, with a focus on precise, strategic device placement and careful consideration for the surrounding skin. We’re here to protect your skin’s health now and in the future.

What to Expect From Your PicoSure Treatments in Beverly Hills and Pasadena

A Procedure Built Around Texture

Unlike treatments designed primarily for pigment removal, PicoSure's focus lens array concentrates energy into your skin to trigger a deeper rebuilding response. This makes it especially suited to concerns rooted in your cell structure, such as scarring and textural irregularities, rather than surface discoloration alone.

Defining Your Treatment Areas

PicoSure is versatile across the face and body, and our most requested treatment areas include the following:

Cheeks and temples affected by acne scarring
Forehead texture irregularities
Chest and back scarring
Areas of diffuse, sun-related discoloration

Your treatment plan will be tailored to your skin’s unique scarring pattern and texture concerns. During your initial one-on-one consultation, your aesthetician will evaluate your skin and determine which zones are best suited to PicoSure treatments.

A Calm, Thoughtful Session

To begin your PicoSure session, your aesthetician will cleanse your skin and apply a topical numbing agent to enhance your comfort throughout the procedure. They’ll then glide the PicoSure device over the treatment area in smooth, methodical movements, delivering rapid pulses designed to stimulate a controlled rebuilding response. Most sessions last 20-40 minutes, depending on your treatment zones and the number of areas treated.

Planning Your Treatment Schedule

Most patients see meaningful improvement in acne scarring after a series of four to six PicoSure sessions spaced three to four weeks apart. Your aesthetician will assess the depth and texture of your scarring during your private consultation before recommending an appropriate number of sessions.

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Patient-Centered Recovery

Recovery after a PicoSure treatment typically involves mild redness and a sunburn-like sensation immediately following the session, which should resolve within a few hours. Some patients notice slight puffiness in treated areas for a day or two afterward, but this is uncommon.

Because PicoSure works gradually beneath the surface, visible peeling or downtime is minimal, allowing most patients in Beverly Hills or Pasadena to return to normal activities the same day. You’ll need to avoid direct, prolonged sun exposure for at least 48 hours after your treatment to allow your skin to settle and prevent irritation.

Your Post-Treatment Process

Following your PicoSure session, our team will provide aftercare guidance to support your skin's natural rebuilding process. Your aftercare instructions may include the following:

Gentle cleansing and moisturizing recommendations
Sun protection and exposure requirements
Ingredients to avoid in the days following treatment
Side effects to monitor
Guidance on makeup application use and timing
Hydration guidelines
Swelling management strategies, if needed

Over the coming weeks, you’ll return to either our Beverly Hills or Pasadena practice for regular follow-up appointments with our team. There, your aesthetician will track improvements in scarring and adjust your plan as needed.

A More Refined Complexion

Because PicoSure stimulates your skin's internal rebuilding process, results emerge gradually rather than immediately. Most patients notice a smoother texture and reduced scarring depth within two to three months after completing their series, with continued subtle improvements for several months afterward.

PicoSure Frequently Asked Questions

How is PicoSure different from other picosecond lasers?

PicoSure uses a specialized focus lens array that concentrates laser energy to stimulate deeper collagen remodeling. This makes it particularly effective for improving acne scars and skin texture, in addition to treating pigmentation.

Will PicoSure help with rolling or pitted acne scars?

Yes. PicoSure is often effective for improving rolling and shallow pitted acne scars by stimulating collagen production to smooth uneven tissue. Patients with deeper or more pronounced scars may benefit from combining PicoSure with additional treatments.

How soon will I notice improvement in my scarring?

Many patients begin noticing subtle improvements within four to six weeks as collagen production increases and the skin's natural renewal cycle progresses. Optimal results are typically achieved after completing a recommended series of treatments and allowing several additional months for continued collagen remodeling.

Is PicoSure safe for sensitive or acne-prone skin?

Yes. PicoSure's gentle energy delivery makes it a suitable option for many patients with sensitive or acne-prone skin. Your aesthetician will evaluate your skin, including any active breakouts, to determine the appropriate timing for treatment.

Can PicoSure be combined with other acne scarring treatments?

Yes. PicoSure is frequently combined with treatments such as microneedling or Profound to improve acne scars from multiple angles. Once your skin's response to PicoSure has been evaluated, your aesthetician will recommend the appropriate timing and spacing for combination treatments.