PicoWay in Beverly Hills and Pasadena

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

Clear away hyperpigmentation, sun damage, and unwanted tattoos with PicoWay treatments in Beverly Hills and Pasadena. At LRMD, we use targeted technology and thoughtful patient precautions to preserve your skin’s long-term health.

Delivering Clear, Healthy Skin at the Speed of Light

Some concerns sit stubbornly on your skin's surface, resistant to standard topical treatments. At Leif Rogers, MD, we offer PicoWay's advanced treatments to patients in Beverly Hills and Pasadena seeking a faster, more precise path to clearer skin. By delivering energy in ultra-short bursts, PicoWay breaks down what other treatments struggle to touch.

What Is PicoWay?

PicoWay is a picosecond laser that delivers energy in trillionths of a second, shattering pigment and ink particles into fragments small enough for your body to naturally clear. This rapid pulse limits heat transfer to surrounding tissue, protecting your skin while still achieving powerful results. While every patient has their own motivations for seeking out PicoWay, our treatments offer the following benefits:

Faster treatment times per session
Reduced risk to surrounding healthy skin
Effective results across a range of skin tones
Minimal discomfort during treatment

The LRMD Difference

When you choose LRMD for your PicoWay treatments in Beverly Hills and Pasadena, you choose an experience rooted in surgical precision and proven results. Here, every treatment is overseen by our founder, Leif Rogers, MD, FACS, who is an Ivy League-trained, board-certified plastic surgeon. Our advanced laser technologies are administered under direct physician oversight and are never delegated without proper clinical supervision. We operate two facilities in Beverly Hills and Pasadena that meet strict safety and sterilization standards, and our team is specifically trained in picosecond laser protocols to protect your skin while maximizing results. All of our team members apply the same clinical rigor to every laser treatment as we do to surgical procedures, from your first consultation to your final follow-up visit.

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

Matching Wavelengths to Your Skin

PicoWay's device offers multiple wavelengths, allowing your laser technician to target different depths and particle types within your skin. A stubborn brown spot requires a different wavelength than a multicolored tattoo, and this flexibility is central to achieving your desired outcome while protecting your skin.

Treating Your Exact Concerns

PicoWay is effective across a wide range of skin concerns, and our most requested treatment goals include targeting the following:

Sun spots and age spots
Melasma and stubborn pigmentation
Acne scarring
Tattoo removal
Uneven skin tone

Your treatment plan will be tailored to your skin type, tone, texture, and condition to ensure maximum laser compatibility.

Designed for Your Comfort

To begin your PicoWay session, your provider will cleanse your treatment area and apply a topical numbing agent to your skin to prevent pain and discomfort. They’ll then glide the PicoWay device over your skin in controlled passes, delivering rapid, consistent pulses of energy. Most sessions last between 15 and 30 minutes, making this an ideal treatment for adults with busy, active lifestyles.

Building Your Treatment Timeline

Typically, PicoWay is performed as a series of three to six sessions spaced four weeks apart for skin pigmentation concerns, while tattoo removal requires a longer series tailored to your ink’s density and color. During your initial private consultation, your aesthetician will assess your concerns and provide a personalized treatment schedule tailored to your needs.

Gentle, Patient-First Recovery

Recovery after PicoWay is minimal compared to more invasive resurfacing options, though your skin will need some time to settle. Most patients notice mild redness or a sunburn-like sensation for a few hours after their session.

Treated pigment may darken temporarily before flaking away naturally over the following two weeks. Tattoo treatment sites may show mild swelling or pinpoint bleeding immediately after your session, both of which resolve quickly. Most patients return to normal activities the same day, including social gatherings, work, and exercise.

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Your Post-Treatment Process

After your PicoWay session, our team will provide clear aftercare instructions to protect your results and support healing. This guidance may include the following:

Sun protection and exposure requirements
Hygiene recommendations
Skincare ingredients to avoid temporarily
Side effects to monitor
Guidance on covering treated tattoo sites
Hydration and skin barrier support tips
Swelling management strategies

Over the coming weeks, you’ll return to either our Beverly Hills or Pasadena practice for regular follow-up visits to assess your skin's progress. There, your aesthetician will evaluate pigment clearance or tattoo fading to determine the right timing for your next session.

Clear, Even Results

Pigment concerns often show visible fading within one to two weeks as your body clears treated particles. Tattoo results progress more gradually, with noticeable lightening after each session in your series. Your final results will depend on your skin's response, the depth of the concern, and the total number of sessions completed.

PicoWay Frequently Asked Questions

Is PicoWay treatment painful?

Most patients describe PicoWay treatment as causing a mild snapping sensation, similar to a light rubber band flick against the skin. Numbing options are available for larger treatment areas or more sensitive patients.

How many PicoWay sessions will I need for tattoo removal?

The number of sessions depends on the tattoo's ink colors, density, depth, and age. Most tattoos require six or more treatments spaced several weeks apart. During your consultation, your provider will create a personalized treatment plan and estimate your expected timeline.

Can PicoWay treat melasma safely?

Yes. PicoWay's gentle heat profile makes it a suitable option for treating melasma, although this condition requires a cautious approach. Your aesthetician will customize your treatment plan to help minimize the risk of triggering additional pigment changes.

Will my pigment or tattoo come back after treatment?

Once pigment or tattoo ink has been successfully cleared with PicoWay, it does not return. However, new sun exposure can lead to additional pigmentation over time, so consistent sun protection is important for maintaining your results.

Can I combine PicoWay with other skincare treatments?

Yes. PicoWay is often combined with treatments such as microneedling or Profound to address multiple skin concerns as part of a comprehensive treatment plan. Your aesthetician will determine the safest timing and sequencing for any combined treatments.