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PicoWay Pico Laser in Seoul

Quick answer: PicoWay is a picosecond laser that fires ultra-short pulses to shatter pigment into very fine particles the body can clear, with less heat reaching surrounding skin than older nanosecond lasers. AMRED Clinic in Cheongdam, Seoul uses PicoWay's four wavelengths (1064, 785, 730 and 532 nm) for melasma, freckles, spots and dull tone, with every plan set after AI skin analysis and a 1:1 doctor consultation.

• Technology: PicoWay picosecond laser
• Wavelengths: 1064 nm, 785 nm, 730 nm and 532 nm, for pigment from deep to surface layers
• Targets: melasma, freckles, spots, discoloration and dull tone
• Treatment area: full face
• Sessions & downtime: Set at your consultation
• Planning: EVE V AI skin analysis + 1:1 doctor consultation + Bespoke Report

What is PicoWay?

PicoWay is a picosecond laser, a class of pigment laser that releases its energy in trillionths of a second rather than the billionths of a second used by traditional Q-switched (nanosecond) lasers. Because each pulse is so short, the laser acts on pigment mainly through a rapid photomechanical effect, with comparatively little heat spreading into the skin around it.

At AMRED, PicoWay is the clinic's premium pigmentation laser. It is used for stubborn pigmentation, melasma, discoloration, dull tone, spots and freckles, and the AMRED treatment map covers the full face.

How does a pico laser work on pigment?

Melanin absorbs laser light. When a picosecond pulse reaches a pigment cluster, the energy arrives faster than the particle can release heat, so it fractures into much finer fragments. Smaller fragments are generally easier for the body to clear over the following weeks.

PicoWay offers four wavelengths, which lets the doctor reach pigment at different depths:

• 1064 nm – the deepest-penetrating wavelength, typically used for dermal pigment and overall tone
• 785 nm and 730 nm – intermediate wavelengths that widen the range of pigment the doctor can target
• 532 nm – a shorter wavelength usually reserved for superficial spots and freckles

Short pulses limit damage to surrounding tissue, which AMRED describes as reducing skin stress.

Key benefits

• Four wavelengths to address pigment from the surface to deeper layers
• Breaks melanin into finer particles than nanosecond lasers
• Short pulses that limit heat damage to surrounding tissue
• Helps even out skin tone and texture
• Designed around a quick return to your routine (individual recovery varies)

Who is PicoWay for?

• Melasma, freckles, sun spots or other stubborn pigmentation
• Uneven, dull or discolored skin tone
• People who want pigment treatment with a quick recovery
• Those who want clearer, more translucent skin without aggressive resurfacing
• Patients who prefer a systematic, doctor-led pigmentation plan

Why choose AMRED for PicoWay in Seoul?

Pigment rarely comes in one type. Melasma, freckles and sun spots sit at different depths and react differently to energy, so AMRED starts with diagnosis rather than a preset menu. PicoWay is one of 69 devices in AMRED's lineup, so it can be combined with other care when needed.

• AI skin analysis: EVE V measures skin density, signs of aging and facial contours that are hard to judge by eye.
• 1:1 doctor consultation: a doctor identifies your pigment type and chooses wavelengths and settings.
• Bespoke Report: your plan is documented, including any pairing with Tune Light or a skin booster.

Sessions take place in a private treatment room with a personal consultant from arrival, and AMRED follows up on your progress afterward.

What happens during a PicoWay session at AMRED?

1. Analysis – an EVE V skin scan and a review of your pigment history, sun exposure and previous treatments.
2. Consultation – your doctor confirms the pigment type, selects wavelengths and explains the likely number of sessions.
3. Preparation – skin is cleansed, eyewear is fitted, and numbing cream or icing is offered if you are sensitive.
4. Treatment – the laser is passed over the full face or targeted spots; many people describe a quick snapping sensation.
5. Soothing & follow-up – calming care, sun-protection advice and a progress check at your next visit.

What is recovery like after pico laser?

Pico laser recovery is usually short. Temporary redness or warmth is common, and spots treated at higher energy may darken slightly or flake finely before they fade. General guidance:

• Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen daily and avoid tanning
• Use gentle, fragrance-free cleansers and moisturizers for a few days
• Do not scrub or pick at darkened spots or flakes
• Pause retinoids, peels and exfoliating acids until your doctor says it is safe

Your doctor will give aftercare instructions based on your pigment type and settings.

PicoWay Pico Laser FAQ

Related treatments

• Tune Light IPL – low-irritation light therapy for tone and redness
• Laser Toning – how Korean-style toning compares with pico treatment
• Pico Laser Tattoo Removal – what picosecond lasers do for ink
• Melasma – causes and treatment planning
• Freckle Removal – options for sun-induced freckles
• Hyperpigmentation – all pigment options compared

AMRED Clinic Cheongdam

Design your treatment with an AMRED doctor

Every plan starts with EVE V 3D analysis and a 1:1 consultation. English support for international patients via WhatsApp and email.

Anti-Aging Center · B1F/2F/4F Cheongjin Bldg., 731 Samseong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Lifting Center & VIP Lounge · 1F/2F, 725 Samseong-ro
~200 m from Cheongdam Station Exit 8 · Valet parking

Mon/Wed/Fri 10:00–19:00 · Tue/Thu 10:00–21:00
Sat 10:00–16:00 · Sun 10:00–18:00 · Lunch 13:00–14:00

Tel +82-2-543-3110 · Email amredworld@gmail.com