Piko Laser Clinic treats selected benign pigment conditions, including freckles, solar lentigines (sun spots), post-inflammatory pigmentation and some stable cases of melasma.

All pigment concerns require assessment prior to treatment to determine suitability and safety.

Laser may assist with selected superficial vascular concerns, including telangiectasia (fine visible vessels), poikiloderma and localised superficial redness.

Treatment suitability depends on the type, depth and location of the vessels being treated.

Not always. Some pigment responds very well to laser treatment, while other conditions — particularly melasma or recurrent pigmentation — can be more complex.

The goal is typically improvement and reduction, rather than guaranteed complete clearance.

Most patients describe treatment as a quick snapping or warming sensation.

Comfort levels vary depending on the treatment area and laser settings used. Cooling measures, including the Zimmer Cryo cooling system, may be used to improve comfort during treatment.

The number of sessions varies depending on the condition being treated, pigment depth, vascular characteristics, skin type and individual response.

Some conditions may respond after only a few treatments, while others require a more gradual or maintenance-based approach.

Laser treatment can be suitable for darker skin tones when approached carefully and conservatively.

Darker skin types may carry an increased risk of post-inflammatory pigmentation, temporary lightening or darkening of the skin and prolonged redness.

Careful assessment and treatment planning are essential.

Melasma can be complex and does not respond the same way as freckles or sun spots.

In some cases, laser may assist with stable melasma, but aggressive treatment can sometimes worsen pigmentation.

Treatment decisions are made cautiously and may not be appropriate for all patients.

In some cases, yes. Any suspicious, changing or unclear lesion requires GP or dermatologist assessment before laser treatment can proceed.

Piko Laser Clinic treats benign skin changes only and does not diagnose skin cancer or medical skin disease.

Depending on the treatment performed, temporary side effects may include redness, mild swelling, darkening of pigment before fading and temporary warmth or sensitivity.

Recovery time varies depending on the condition treated and treatment intensity.

Post-treatment instructions are provided to support healing and reduce complications.

Yes. Pigment conditions can recur, particularly with ongoing sun exposure, hormonal influences, inflammation and genetic predisposition.

Sun protection and ongoing skin care play an important role in maintaining results.

Previous treatment does not automatically exclude you from further laser treatment.

Your treatment history, skin response and any prior complications are reviewed during consultation to determine suitability and guide a conservative treatment plan.

Not every lesion or skin concern is appropriate for laser treatment.

If treatment is outside clinic scope or medical review is required, you will be referred back to your GP or appropriate specialist for further assessment.