Q Switched (Nd Yag Laser)
Brief
A Q-Switched Laser (aka Q-Switched Nd-Yag Laser) is used in various types of procedures. The laser is a beam of energy at a specific wavelength (1064nm) applied to the skin and absorbed by coloured pigments such as freckles, sun spots, age spots, etc. in the skin. This fragments the pigmentation and helps it get broken down by the body. The power settings of the laser can be set at different levels and frequencies to accommodate specific conditions and expectations.
Purpose Of Q-Switched Laser
Q-Switched Laser used for-
• Pigmentation (such as freckles, sun spots, age spots, brown spots, melasma, birthmarks)
• Acne marks
• Fairer skin
• Skin rejuvenation
• Pimples and acne
• Tattoo removal
Procedure Of Q-Switched Laser
• Pigmentation – the laser energy gets absorbed by the pigments (usually brown, or grey in colour). These pigmentation break off into smaller fragments and are naturally cleared away by the body and skin.
• Acne marks – acne marks are caused by inflammation (the redness and pain) from pimples. The inflammation causes the skin to produce pigments. These pigments are the cause of acne marks, which can be effectively removed with the laser.
• Fairer skin – the colour of our skin is also determined by the number of skin pigments. Darker skin people or people who go sun tanning often have more skin pigments. The laser, at the correct setting, helps lighten the skin tone and makes it fairer and brighter.
• Skin rejuvenation – the laser uses its energy to remove dirt, dead skin cells, oil and superficial facial hair. Take this as a quick, effective and multi-purposed medical facial!
• Pimples and acne – the laser energy can also kill P-acne, which is the bacteria that cause pimples and acne. At the same time, the laser energy also shrinks the oil glands in the skin and helps with oil control. Pimples and acne also tend to be less inflamed after laser treatments and this reduces the number of acne marks after a breakout.
•Tattoo removal – tattoo inks are foreign pigments introduced into the body. Like natural skin pigmentations, the laser energy breaks down the tattoo ink and removes the tattoo.
Result
• 70-90% clearance or lightening of your pigmentation.
• Very high success for clearance of acne marks.
• Prevention and treatment of pimples and acne.
• fewer outbreaks in future.
• Better oil control.
• Fairer and brighter skin.
• Complete clearance of tattoos (depending on ink colour).
No. Of Sessions Required After Q-Switched Laser
The pigment absorbs the laser energy and gets fragmented within the skin’s tissues, thereby giving you a smooth and even skin tone. The laser reaches hard to reach deeper areas where products or peels etc do not reach. It usually takes about 6-8 sessions for the service to work effectively.
What To Expect After Q-Switched Laser
Even though there is no downtime associated with Q-switched Nd Yag Laser, your skin might turn a little grey or white for a few minutes after the treatment. People with sensitive skin might even face a little redness in the treated area for some days which is completely normal and nothing to be worried about.
The Result After Q-Switched Laser
Apart from reducing pigmentation and scarring, Q-switched laser is also results into:
- Tighten The Skin And Reduce The Appearance Of Wrinkles.
- Heal The Skin Tissues Internally To Smoothen Out The Surface.
- Eliminate Dead Skin Cells For An Even Complexion.
- Deeply Cleanses/Rejuvenates The Skin.
- Stimulate Collagen Production For Younger-Looking Skin.
- Decrease Hair Growth (With Several Sessions, The Hair Can Be Removed Permanently As Well).
- Remove Permanent Tattoos.
Recovery After Q-Switched Laser
The best part of the Q-switched laser is that it is effective with no downtime! A mild pinkish flush might be present for about 15mins after the laser. You can put on make-up immediately after laser treatment and go straight back to work!