Advanced Laser & Energy Technologies
HALO is a fractional laser for texture and tone, BBL is broadband light for sun spots and redness, and Pico Genesis is a picosecond laser for pigment and melasma. The right choice depends on your concern, your skin type and how much downtime you can take.
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HALO Downtime
3–5 days
BBL Downtime
0–2 days
Pico Downtime
0–2 days
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The figures come from each treatment's own page and are typical ranges; your plan may differ.
| HALO | BBL | Pico Genesis | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How it works | Fractional laser (two wavelengths) | Broadband light (BBL HERO and BBL Forever Young) | Picosecond laser pulses |
| Main concerns | Texture, tone, fine lines, pores, sun damage, mild acne scars | Sun spots, redness, uneven tone, acne marks | Melasma, pigmentation, acne marks, uneven tone |
| Typical sessions | 1–3 | 3–4 | 4–6 |
| Downtime | 3–5 days | 0–2 days | 0–2 days |
| Results visible | 2–4 weeks | 1–2 weeks | 3–4 weeks |
| Results last | 12–18 months | 6–12 months | Ongoing with maintenance |
| Darker skin | Adjusted settings | Often not the first choice | Commonly used, adjusted settings |
| Main risks | Redness, peeling, temporary darkening | Temporary darkening, rare burns | Temporary darkening, rebound melasma |
Sun Spots & Redness
BBL is the usual choice for scattered sun spots and facial redness on lighter skin, with little downtime. For visible vessels or rosacea, Excel V+ may be used instead or as well.
Melasma
Pico Genesis at low settings, alongside prescription creams and daily SPF. BBL and strong resurfacing can make melasma worse, so they are usually avoided when melasma is present.
Texture
HALO, because it resurfaces the skin as well as improving tone. It brings the most downtime of the three, usually 3–5 days of redness and bronzing. MOXI is a lighter option from the same maker with less downtime.
Downtime
BBL and Pico Genesis usually mean 0–2 days of mild redness or darkened spots; most people go back to work the same or next day. HALO usually needs 3–5 days. Less downtime also means smaller change per session, so more sessions are typical.
Combining
Yes, in some plans: for example BBL for redness and sun spots followed later by HALO for texture, or Pico Genesis alongside creams for melasma. Treatments are spaced weeks apart so the skin can recover, and Dr. Anna sets the order at consultation.
Good to Know
BBL is the one usually used for redness and small vessels. HALO is mainly for texture and tone.
Yes, in some plans, spaced a few weeks apart. Dr. Anna sets the order and timing at consultation.
BBL or Pico Genesis, because downtime is usually 0–2 days. Leave at least two weeks before an important event, and avoid HALO in the week or two before.
Pico Genesis, usually 4–6 sessions, then BBL with 3–4. HALO often needs 1–3.
Yes. Your concern, skin type and recent sun exposure decide which treatment suits you, and some people are better suited to a different option.
Related: HALO laser · BBL phototherapy · Pico Genesis laser · Melasma treatment
Book a consultation with Dr. Anna to choose a treatment for your skin.
This information is provided for general educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Individual results and suitability vary — a personalised assessment with Dr. Anna is required before any treatment.
Dr. Anna Lisniak, Specialist Dermatologist (DHA licence 77231337-006). Last updated 25 October 2026.