Performed with Boise’s most advanced picosecond laser on the medical aesthetics market, The Candela Picoway:

Advanced Tech: The Picoway laser utilizes picosecond technology, faster than a nanosecond, to deliver ultra-short laser pulses that break down the tattoo ink into smaller particles than traditional lasers, allowing the body to absorb and eliminate the ink through its own natural processes.

Ink Removal Versatility: Stubborn ink colors such as green and blue are no match for the Picoway. Its’ multiple wavelengths (1064 nm, 532 nm, 730 nm) allow it to target ALL ink colors for the best possible removal results, including permanent cosmetics.

Safety: The Picoway is FDA approved and has a proven safety profile. Its picosecond pulses are administered with photoacoustic technology, verses traditional photothermal methods, which means there is no heat transfer, making the procedure the safest option for all skin types (Fitz 1-6). This promotes exponentially faster healing with little-to-no down time after your session.

Fewer Sessions: The Picoway laser can often achieve results in fewer sessions compared to other popular lasers. While some tattoos vanish after just 2-3 sessions, the average number of sessions for full tattoo removal is 5-10 for tattoos and 2-4 for permanent cosmetics. If your goal is simply to lighten the tattoo for a more achievable cover-up, fewer sessions may be necessary. Each session is spaced at least 6 weeks apart.

Pain Scale: Tattoos don’t feel great to get, or to remove. Laser removal is described by most clients as a warm stinging sensation that’s uncomfortable but tolerable, similar to having a small rubber band snapped against your skin. The plus side, each session is FAST. Small tattoos can take as little as 30 seconds per session to treat, and larger tattoos can take up to 12 minutes per session to treat. We desensitize the skin with ice and topical lidocaine agents upon request.

Clinical Studies: Numerous clinical studies and patient testimonials support the effectiveness of the Picoway laser in vastly fading or entirely removing tattoos and permanent cosmetics and is a top choice for devices in today’s medical aesthetic industry.