Gentle, Effective Solutions for Tattoo Removal, Hyperpigmentation & Melasma
At Guarino Academy, we use the most advanced laser technology available to safely and effectively address unwanted pigmentation, melasma, and tattoos—without harming surrounding skin. Our XLase Pico/Q-Switched Laser delivers powerful, ultra-fast energy pulses that precisely break down pigment while minimizing heat, inflammation, and downtime.
This cutting-edge approach is designed for all skin types and offers exceptional results with a much lower risk of scarring or post-treatment hyperpigmentation compared to older lasers.
What Is the XLase Pico/Q-Switched Laser?
The XLase platform features a dual system:
- Lifted, sculpted buttock contour
- Visible volume with soft, natural feel
Both work by shattering pigment particles in the skin without damaging the surrounding tissue. Your body then naturally eliminates the fragmented pigment through lymphatic drainage.
Indications We Treat
Tattoo Removal
- Safe and effective removal of black, blue, red, and colored tattoos
- Suitable for professional, amateur, or traumatic tattoos
- Gradual fading over multiple sessions
- Lower risk of scarring or ghosting
Hyperpigmentation
- Treats sun spots, age spots, lentigines, freckles
- Breaks down melanin clusters gently
- Promotes a more even and luminous skin tone
Melasma
- A hormonal pigmentation disorder notoriously difficult to treat
- Pico/Q-Switched laser offers a safer alternative with less rebound
- Reduced inflammatory response means less risk of worsening
- Often combined with PRGF, topicals, or light-based support
Key Advantages
- Suitable for face and body, all skin tones
- Ultra-precise targeting of pigment with minimal skin trauma
- Lower risk of PIH (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation)—especially in darker skin types
- Very low downtime (usually just mild redness for 24–48 hours)
- Can be combined with regenerative treatments like PRGF or skin boosters
Treatable Areas
- Face
- Neck
- Chest
- Hands
- Arms
- Legs
- Back
- Tattooed areas (any location)
Why Pico Technology Is Safer
Traditional nanosecond lasers heat up the skin and carry a greater risk of burns or inflammation. Pico lasers, by contrast, use photoacoustic (not photothermal) energy, meaning they fracture pigment without overheating the skin. This significantly reduces the chance of:
- Scarring
- Inflammatory response
- Melasma rebound
- Long-term sensitivity
Guarino Academy’s Expertise
At Guarino Academy, treatments are performed using the latest generation XLase Pico/Q-Switched Laser, under the supervision of Dr. Enrico Guarino, a pioneer in safe and regenerative aesthetic medicine.
We tailor each protocol based on:
- Your skin type
- Tattoo ink color and depth
- Pigmentation type (superficial vs deep melasma)
Your history of sensitivity or PIH
Book Your Skin or Tattoo Consultation
Whether you’re ready to erase unwanted ink, fade dark spots, or finally treat melasma safely, the XLase Pico/Q-Switched Laser offers a powerful yet gentle solution.
Schedule your consultation today and let Guarino Academy help you achieve radiant, even-toned skin—safely, naturally, and confidently.
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