PicoSure Pro Laser Treatment in London

PicoSure Pro laser treatment in London: pigmentation and skin quality

Uneven colour, persistent dark marks and changes in skin texture can make your skin feel less like your own. At London Finsbury Clinic in King’s Cross, we start by understanding what you would like to improve. Your free doctor consultation is an opportunity to discuss the cause of your concern, the available approaches and a realistic treatment plan.

PicoSure Pro Laser is a Cynosure picosecond laser used for selected pigmentation concerns and skin revitalisation. Treatment is planned around the diagnosis, your skin tone, previous procedures and your goals. Our aim is a clearer, more even-looking complexion with care tailored to your skin.

Your treatment at a glance

• Consultation: free, with a doctor at our King’s Cross clinic.
• Treatment: non-injectable picosecond laser; the approach depends on the concern.
• Areas: discuss our full-face and face-and-neck options with your doctor.
• Appointment length: depends on the area, preparation and whether a patch test is required; we confirm this when booking.
• Sessions: an individual course, reviewed against your skin’s response.
• Recovery: varies by treatment; temporary redness, swelling or darkening of treated pigment can occur.
• Comfort: brief snapping, warmth or stinging may be felt; comfort measures are discussed beforehand.
• Results: develop over time; duration depends on the condition, response and ongoing skin care.

What makes picosecond treatment different?

PicoSure Pro Laser delivers 755 nm laser energy in extremely short pulses. Its photomechanical action breaks targeted pigment into smaller particles. The selected lens changes the purpose of treatment: pigment treatment and fractional skin revitalisation use different approaches. Your doctor explains which is relevant to your skin rather than treating every concern with the same settings.

Short pulses can limit unwanted heating compared with longer-pulse approaches, but laser treatment still needs careful planning. The wavelength, handpiece, energy and treatment area all matter. We discuss the expected benefit and recovery for your proposed treatment.

What is hyperpigmentation, and why does it develop?

Hyperpigmentation means an area of skin looks darker because of increased melanin, the pigment that gives skin its colour. It is a description rather than one diagnosis. Sun-related spots, marks after inflammation and melasma can look different and need different plans. Hyperpigmentation can affect any skin tone.

Sun exposure, hormonal changes, acne, eczema, injury and irritating products can contribute to dark marks. Tell your doctor when the colour appeared, whether it follows breakouts and which products or medicines you use. Identifying the trigger helps us choose an appropriate approach and reduce avoidable recurrence.

Post-acne marks and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation

Flat brown marks left after a breakout are different from indented acne scars. They can also occur after inflammation or skin injury. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation may be more persistent in darker skin tones, and further irritation can make it worse. Controlling active breakouts or inflammation is an important part of the plan.

Some marks fade as the skin recovers; deeper colour can take much longer. Your doctor assesses whether skin care, time, a suitable procedure or specialist advice should come first. Laser is considered selectively because procedures can themselves trigger pigmentation in susceptible skin.

PicoSure Pro Laser compared with conventional pigment lasers

A picosecond is one trillionth of a second. PicoSure Pro Laser uses very short 755 nm pulses, with a strong pressure-wave effect on targeted pigment. Conventional Q-switched systems generally use longer nanosecond pulses. Pulse duration alone does not decide which treatment is best: the wavelength, diagnosis, settings and operator’s assessment also matter.

The manufacturer distinguishes a flat lens for pigment from its Platinum Focus lens for skin revitalisation. The latter delivers a fractional effect to support skin remodelling for selected texture concerns. Your doctor explains the proposed handpiece and why the approach suits your concern. No device is the best choice for every skin condition.

Sun spots and uneven pigmentation

Brown marks can have different causes, even when they look similar. Before treating a spot, your doctor assesses what it is and whether cosmetic laser treatment is appropriate. Bring details of previous laser sessions, peels and pigmentation products to your consultation so we can understand what has already helped or irritated your skin.

The plan may focus on individual benign pigmented marks or wider areas of uneven tone. A new, changing, bleeding or unexplained lesion needs medical assessment before cosmetic treatment. We explain whether PicoSure Pro Laser, skin care or another approach is the appropriate next step.

Melasma: a personalised approach to clearer-looking skin

Melasma benefits from a plan that considers pigment, skin sensitivity and overall skin health. We assess your skin barrier, hydration, current routine and previous treatments before recommending PicoSure Pro Laser. Heat and irritation can trigger melasma in some people, so laser may not be our first choice when skin is already sensitive or compromised.

In these cases, your doctor may prioritise gentle skin care and barrier support, suitable topical treatment or a carefully selected skin peel. We may also discuss Juvelook or Rejuran for associated skin-quality and hydration goals, with laser considered later if appropriate. Daily sun protection and regular reviews help support your longer-term plan.

Nevus of Ota and Hori’s macules

The FDA-cleared indications for the PicoSure platform include nevus of Ota, Hori’s macules and melasma pigment. These conditions need an accurate diagnosis and a treatment plan matched to the depth and pattern of pigmentation. Clearance and the number of appointments vary.

If you have blue-grey or brown facial pigmentation, mention when it first appeared and whether it has changed. Your doctor will assess whether our clinic can provide the appropriate treatment or whether specialist assessment is needed. Pigmentation close to the eyes requires particular care and appropriate eye protection.

Dark circles: identify the cause first

Under-eye darkness is not always a pigment problem. Our under-eye treatment guide explains the different concerns. During consultation, we assess whether colour, visible vessels, skin quality or shadows from hollowness are contributing. This helps avoid choosing a laser simply because the area looks dark.

Where pigmentation is a suitable treatment target, we can discuss a laser approach. Where another factor is more important, we explain the relevant options within our clinic. Treatment near the eyes is only considered following assessment, with appropriate protection and a clear explanation of the proposed area.

Acne scars, visible pores and uneven texture

Fractional picosecond treatment with a suitable lens can be used for skin revitalisation. Acne scars and wrinkles are among the platform’s cleared indications for specified handpieces and skin types. The treatment approach differs from targeting an isolated brown spot.

We assess whether your concern is a depressed scar, a remaining mark or a combination. That distinction helps guide the choice of treatment. Discuss whether your priority is smoother-looking texture, less visible pores or improved clarity. Your doctor can explain which improvements are realistic and whether a staged plan would help.