The primary difference between the Yellowbeam and other skin rejuvenation lasers on the market has to do with its unique 577nm wavelength. Different laser wavelengths target different skin tissues and at this particular wavelength, it is highly effective yet safe to treat both vascular and pigmented lesions.

YELLOWBEAM VS. GREEN LASERS (532NM)

Traditionally, the most commonly used laser wavelength for the treatment of pigmented lesions (such as sun spots & age spots) and vascular lesions (or unsightly veins) has been the 532nm laser, or green laser light. Green lasers provide very good results in skin types I to III, but 532nm is no longer the ideal wavelength (or color) for targeting vascular lesions for skin types 1-IV. This is where the Yellowbeam comes in, as it is able to safely and more effectively treat pigmented and vascular lesions even for darker skin types (up to skin type IV).

The majority of visible unwanted spots, discoloration or redness (blood vessels), are rooted in a deeper vascular network of veins that extend beyond the treatable depth of traditional green (532nm) lasers. Not addressing these areas can result in recurrence and the inability to effectively treat deeper pigmented and vascular issues. Simply put, at the 577nm wavelength, Yellowbeam is able to reach and thus more effectively deeper pigment and vascular lesions.

YELLOWBEAM VS. PICOSURE

PicoSure is a picosecond laser that treats at three different wavelengths: 532nm, 755nm, and 1064nm. This laser can effectively target melanin and treat pigmented lesions even at greater depths.

However, unlike the Yellowbeam, the PicoSure Pro does not address vascular concerns such as broken capillaries and rosacea. Given that specific pigmented issues may be rooted in a deeper vascular network, not addressing vascular lesions may result in the recurrence of pigmentation after treatment.