ZMD Aesthetics • Tustin, CA
Pico Laser Melasma & Pigmentation Treatments
Safely clear stubborn sun damage, dark spots, and melasma with the advanced Candela PicoWay® laser—engineered for flawless results without heat damage or prolonged downtime.
Board-Certified Physician Injector
True Picosecond Acoustic Technology (Zero-Heat Safety)
Completely Safe for All Skin Types and Ethnic Tones
Targeted Protocols for Uneven Tone
Physician-guided PicoWay protocols address melasma, sun damage, and post-acne pigmentation without aggressive thermal injury.
Melasma protocol
Hormonal Melasma Sync
Ultra-fast picosecond pulses shatter deep dermal masking patches without generating the thermal heat that can cause melasma to flare or darken.
Sun damage
Orange County Sun Damage & Dark Spots
Erase stubborn sun spots, freckles, and age spots across the face, neck, and chest as fragmented pigment is naturally cleared by the body.
Post-acne PIH
Post-Acne Dark Marks
Clean up brown or dark marks left by past breakouts by precisely targeting localized melanin clusters for a more even-looking tone.
Advanced Pigment Clearance Built on Medical Safety
The ZMD Difference: physician diagnostics, zero-heat acoustic technology, and conservative protocols designed for pigmentation-prone skin.
Physician Diagnostics
Melasma is vascular and hormonal—not just surface-deep. Dr. Zarina uses cross-polarized Aura 3D imaging to read your exact pigment depth before treatment.
Sound Waves, Not Melting Heat
Traditional lasers rely on heat, which can trigger worse hyperpigmentation. PicoWay® uses photo-acoustic shockwaves to shatter pigment safely.
No Downtime Integrity
We build conservative, progressive treatment roadmaps that respect your schedule and let you return directly to daily life.
Physician-led • Zero-heat technology • All skin tones
Stop Hiding Behind Heavy Foundations
Step away from cover-up makeup and underperforming creams. Reclaim a radiant, makeup-free baseline with a physician-supervised plan built for your skin tone.
Transparent Session Expectations, Before You Decide
Full-face protocol $350—$600
Single Target Spot Session From $150
Full Face Rejuvenation Protocol $350–$600 per session
Typical Treatment Roadmap 3–5 sessions
Recommended Spacing 4 weeks apart
Because every skin tone reacts uniquely to pigment adjustments, Dr. Zarina defines your exact custom settings and session roadmap during your initial assessment to guarantee safety and avoid adverse reactions.
Your Journey to Tone Clarity
01
The Aura 3D Diagnostic Consultation
Meet with Dr. Zarina for an in-depth clinical skin scan. We identify hidden UV damage and verify your candidacy for the acoustic laser protocol.
02
The Acoustic Picosecond Treatment
After localized cooling, the PicoWay handpiece passes over target zones for 15–20 minutes. The sensation resembles rapid tiny rubber-band snaps.
03
Post-Care Compliance Tracking
After localized cooling, the PicoWay handpiece passes over target zones for 15–20 minutes. The sensation resembles rapid tiny rubber-band snaps.
PicoWay Melasma & Pigmentation FAQs
Physician-led answers to the safety questions pigmentation patients ask most often.
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Traditional thermal lasers carry that risk. Candela PicoWay® delivers energy in one-trillionth of a second and shatters pigment mechanically rather than relying on prolonged high heat, reducing the risk of post-inflammatory darkening.
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Yes. Dr. Zarina selected this picosecond platform because its low-heat acoustic mechanics can be customized for deeper skin tones that historically faced greater risks with thermal laser therapies.
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Expect mild pinkness for 2–4 hours. Some spots may temporarily darken over 48 hours before gradually flaking away like fine dust within about a week.
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Initial brightening may appear within 10–14 days. Deeper clearance develops progressively across a multi-session roadmap as your body removes fragmented melanin debris.