PicoWay® Body & TattooRemoval
Three precision wavelengths. One platform. Every ink color and pigment depth addressed.
PicoWay's Q-switched all-solid-state laser generates three distinct wavelengths — 532nm, 785nm, and 1064nm — each calibrated to a specific ink color or pigment depth. No single wavelength absorbs equally into every target; PicoWay matches energy frequency to the concern, improving clearance efficiency on body pigment and tattoo ink while reducing collateral heat exposure to surrounding skin.
Right Wavelength, Right Result
Body skin holds pigment differently than facial skin — thicker dermis, slower cellular turnover, and tattoo ink deposited at varying depths. PicoWay's wavelength-matched approach selects the optimal energy frequency for each specific target, maximizing photoacoustic shattering while protecting surrounding tissue from thermal damage.
Body skin holds pigment differently than facial skin — thicker dermis, slower cellular turnover, and tattoo ink deposited at varying depths. PicoWay's wavelength-matched approach selects the optimal energy frequency for each specific target, maximizing photoacoustic shattering while protecting surrounding tissue from thermal damage.
Pigmentation & Sun Spots
The 532nm wavelength may accelerate clearance of superficial melanin deposits on hands, arms, and chest that accumulate from cumulative UV exposure.
Body Scars & Texture
Sub-surface picosecond energy may improve the texture of surgical scars, stretch marks, and acne scars on the back, shoulders, and abdomen with minimal surface disruption.
Tattoo Removal
Wavelength selection matched to ink color — 532nm for reds, 785nm for blues and greens, 1064nm for black — may reduce total sessions needed to clear multi-color tattoos.
Who Benefits Most
PicoWay Body is well suited to individuals whose body skin concerns involve multiple ink colors, mixed pigment depths, or skin types where wavelength precision is critical for safe and efficient outcomes.
Suitable Candidates
- +Individuals with multi-color tattoos containing blues, greens, reds, or blacks on any body location
- +Those with body pigmentation including age spots and sun spots on hands, arms, or chest
- +People with acne scars, surgical scars, or stretch marks on the body seeking texture improvement
- +Individuals with Fitzpatrick skin types III–VI who require wavelength-matched protocols to minimize PIH risk
Not Recommended For
- –Pregnant or breastfeeding women
- –Individuals with active skin infections or open lesions in the treatment area
- –Those with unrealistic expectations about complete scar or tattoo erasure in a single session
Safe for Every Body
Effective body laser treatment requires more than device power — it requires matching the right wavelength to the right target on the right skin type. At Skin Art MD, Dr. Jiang customizes wavelength selection for each treatment area, reducing the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation in melanin-rich or reactive skin.
Wavelength-Specific Protocols
Dr. Jiang selects from three wavelengths based on your ink colors or pigment type, rather than applying a fixed setting uniformly to every patient and every concern.
PIH-Safe for Melanin-Rich Skin
The 1064nm wavelength is the preferred choice for Fitzpatrick types IV–VI, reducing thermal load on melanocytes and minimizing post-treatment darkening risk.
Multi-Color Tattoo Expertise
Complex multi-ink tattoos where different zones require different wavelengths are managed with sequential or combined wavelength protocols in the same treatment visit.
Integrated Recovery Support
Each session is followed by a tailored post-care plan combining topical barrier repair and sun protection appropriate for body skin, which heals more slowly than facial skin.
What to Expect
Each PicoWay Body session begins with a wavelength assessment — Dr. Jiang identifies which of the three available wavelengths best matches your specific pigment type or ink colors before the first pulse is delivered.
Before Treatment
Avoid sun exposure and tanning for 2-4 weeks prior
Discontinue retinoids or exfoliants 1 week before
Shave treatment area if needed (for pigmentation/tattoo removal)
Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin
During Treatment
Preparation & Wavelength Selection
Protective eyewear is fitted, the treatment area is cleansed, and the wavelength most selectively absorbed by your target ink color or pigment type is confirmed before treatment begins.
Treatment
The selected wavelength handpiece delivers precise picosecond pulses, shattering target pigment or tattoo ink into microscopic fragments the body can clear naturally through the lymphatic system.
Cooling & Assessment
Active cooling is applied throughout the session. Afterward, the treatment response is assessed and written post-care instructions are provided.
After Treatment
Apply prescribed healing ointment for tattoo removal
Avoid sun exposure and use SPF 50+ for 4-6 weeks
Keep area clean and avoid picking at scabs (tattoo removal)
Results develop over 4-8 weeks with progressive improvement
**Tattoo removal typically requires 4-8+ sessions. Pigmentation may require fewer.
Common Questions
What makes PicoWay's multi-wavelength approach different for body tattoo removal?+
PicoWay's Q-switched all-solid-state platform generates three wavelengths — 532nm, 785nm, and 1064nm — allowing Dr. Jiang to match the energy frequency to your specific ink color. Red and orange inks absorb 532nm most selectively; stubborn blues and greens respond to 785nm; black ink is best addressed with 1064nm. Single-wavelength platforms apply the same energy regardless of ink color, which may require more sessions and increase unintended energy deposition into surrounding tissue.
How many PicoWay sessions are needed for tattoo removal?+
Session count depends on ink depth, color composition, age of the tattoo, and skin type. Multi-color tattoos typically require 6–10 sessions spaced 6–8 weeks apart; single-color black tattoos may clear in fewer. Wavelength matching to each ink type may help reduce total sessions compared to platforms limited to one wavelength.
Is PicoWay safe for dark or melanin-rich skin on the body?+
Yes. The 1064nm wavelength is preferentially absorbed by ink rather than surrounding melanocytes, making it the wavelength of choice for Fitzpatrick types IV–VI. Dr. Jiang customizes fluence and pulse parameters based on your skin type to minimize post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation risk.
Can PicoWay remove multi-color tattoos with reds, blues, and greens in the same area?+
Multi-color tattoos are where wavelength versatility matters most. PicoWay can address red and orange pigments with 532nm, stubborn blues and greens with 785nm, and black ink with 1064nm — in the same treatment sequence if needed. Results vary by ink manufacturer, layering depth, and individual immune response.
What is the downtime after a PicoWay body treatment?+
Downtime is minimal. For pigmentation or scar treatments, mild redness may persist for 12–24 hours. For tattoo removal, the treated area may develop temporary frosting and light scabbing that typically resolves within several days with proper post-care.
Can PicoWay treat sun spots on hands and arms?+
Yes. Solar lentigines and age spots on the hands and arms are typically superficial epidermal pigment — a target well-suited to the 532nm wavelength. Clearance often progresses noticeably after 1–3 sessions, though results vary by pigment depth, lesion age, and individual skin type.
Match the Wavelength to Your Skin
Book a consultation at Skin Art MD to discuss a wavelength-specific PicoWay protocol for your tattoo removal, body pigmentation, or scar treatment with Dr. Jiang's team.
Also offered at our Richmond location
Richmond Anti-Aging Clinic offers the same treatment. If Richmond is more convenient, our sister clinic can help.
110 – 5580 No. 3 Rd., Richmond, BC V6X 0R8 · +1 (604) 277-9006