SKYN X: The Gold Standard in Pigment & Tattoo Removal

Introducing the SKYN X, a powerhouse laser system built on proven technology to deliver unparalleled precision and a comprehensive range of aesthetic treatments.

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Foundational Technology: Selective Photothermolysis

At the core of the SKYN X is the 1064YD-1200 Q-Switched Nd:YAG Laser, which operates on the principle of Selective Photothermolysis. This process delivers extremely high-power energy in ultra-short, nanosecond pulses. This rapid energy pulse shatters targeted pigment molecules (chromophores) beneath the skin without causing significant thermal damage to the surrounding tissue, ensuring powerful results with minimal downtime.

Dual Wavelength Precision for Color Versatility

The SKYN X is designed to target a vast spectrum of ink and pigment colors. It utilizes a dual-wavelength approach to maximize treatment efficacy:

1064 nm (Nd:YAG): The primary, deeply penetrating wavelength. It is highly effective for treating darker pigments such as black, dark blue, and brown tattoos, and is also safe and preferred for treating pigmented lesions on darker skin types (Fitzpatrick IV-VI).

532 nm (Frequency-Doubled): An auxiliary wavelength, explicitly available on the treatment record, which is crucial for addressing red, orange, and yellow pigments, as well as superficial epidermal pigmented lesions like sun spots and freckles.

Comprehensive Pigmentation & Scar Treatment

Beyond general skin resurfacing, the system provides effective solutions for specific, challenging skin concerns:

Benign Pigmented Lesions: Successfully target and reduce the appearance of sunspots, age spots, and other unwanted diffuse pigmentation.

Wrinkle Reduction: Utilization of the laser's energy helps to stimulate dermal collagen production, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Acne Scarring: Specialized protocols, often using optional accessories like the Mia Probe, allow for precise treatment of acne scarring by focusing energy on the sub-surface tissue to encourage remodeling.

Tattoo Removal: A Full-Spectrum Solution

The SKYN X is a robust platform dedicated to removing a wide array of tattoos, offering practitioners the ability to treat challenging, multi-colored designs.

The dual-wavelength system ensures both dark and bright ink colors can be addressed effectively, leading to faster clearance and superior final results.

Signature Treatment: The Carbon Laser Peel

Offer your clients one of the most popular advanced facials on the market. The SKYN X is ideal for performing the Carbon Laser Peel (also known as the Hollywood Peel). This treatment uses a topical carbon mask that is heated and then vaporized by the laser, resulting in:

  • Deep skin exfoliation.

  • Reduction of pore size.

  • Clarification of the complexion for an instant radiant glow.

Optimized Operating Parameters for Clinical Control

The SKYN X empowers the practitioner with full command over the laser's output to customize every session based on the patient's unique skin type and lesion:

Fluence (J/cm²): Precise control over the energy density delivered to the target area.

Repetition Rate (Hz): Adjust the speed of the pulses to ensure thorough coverage or rapid treatment.

Spot Size (mm): Variable spot sizes allow for accurate focus on small, delicate lesions or rapid treatment of larger areas like the back or chest.

Structured Safety and Client Workflow

Safety and comprehensive client care are built into the SKYN X system's documentation and operational philosophy.

Guided Protocols: Detailed Treatment Guidelines and instructions for Contraindications, Warnings, and Adverse Effects are provided for clinical compliance and patient safety.

Pre and Post-Treatment Care: Essential patient instructions are documented, including recommendations for post-treatment care (e.g., using cool gel packs or Aquaphor) and clear rules like no swimming or hot tubs for 48 hours to minimize complications.

Dedicated Documentation: The system includes structured Treatment Record forms to meticulously track all parameters (Fluence, Spot Size, Rep Rate) and patient details (Skin Type, Diagnosis, Comments), ensuring consistent, traceable, and responsible long-term care.

Versatile Applications: What SKYN X Can Treat

The powerful, precise energy delivery of the SKYN X Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser makes it a multi-faceted platform capable of addressing numerous aesthetic concerns, making it a critical asset for any advanced clinic:

Full-Spectrum Tattoo Removal: The dual-wavelength capability provides highly effective fading and removal of professional, amateur, and traumatic tattoos. This includes tackling challenging pigments across the color wheel, utilizing the 1064 nm for dark inks and the 532 nm for bright, residual colors like red, orange, and yellow.

Pigmented Lesions Correction: Provides targeted treatment for common benign pigmentations, including sun spots (lentigines), age spots, freckles, and general diffuse pigmentation on the face and body, restoring an even skin tone.

Signature Carbon Laser Peel: A highly popular non-ablative skin resurfacing treatment (often called the Hollywood Facial). This procedure uses a topical carbon lotion that is instantly vaporized by the laser to deeply cleanse pores, reduce oiliness, and deliver an instant glow with zero downtime.

Skin Rejuvenation & Wrinkle Reduction: Improves overall skin tone and texture. The laser's energy creates a controlled thermal effect deep within the dermis, prompting fibroblast stimulation and encouraging new collagen growth to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Acne & Scarring Management: When deployed with specific protocols (and optionally the Mia Probe), the system can effectively reduce the visibility of acne scarring and help control active acne symptoms through its deep-cleaning and thermal properties.

Industry Leading 4-Year Warranty

All Skynlab laser systems come with a 4-year limited warranty, giving clinics complete peace of mind and long-term confidence in their investment.

Our warranty covers key components and performance to ensure reliable, consistent operation. With dedicated technical support and service from our expert team, you’re backed every step of the way.

Suitable for a variety of skin types

The SKYN X is suitable for all six Fitzpatrick Skin Types (I-VI)

Q-Switched Precision

Delivers high-power energy in ultra-short, nanosecond pulses, ensuring pinpoint accuracy to minimise damage

Easy to use

Aesthetic and Professional Operation Systems that are loaded with features and easy to use

Suitable for all skin tones

A high versatile diode laser tattoo removal device that is truly suitable for all skin tones

Full Clinical Control

Offers practitioners complete control over key operating parameters, including Fluence, Repetition Rate, and Spot Size.

Tattoo Removal

Provides a complete solution for removing a wide variety of tattoos, including deep black/dark inks and lighter, resistant colours like red,

GPS Tracking

All of our Skynlab laser devices come with a tamper proof hard-wired GPS tracker to protect against theft

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Key Advantages of the Skyn X

Versatile Dual-Wavelength Capability

The Skyn X can effectively treat a vast range of concerns—from deep, dark pigments (like black tattoos) and deep dermal lesions, to superficial, bright pigments (like red tattoos and sun spots), making it a comprehensive, revenue-generating system.

High-Precision Q-Switched Technology

By using ultra-fast, nanosecond pulses, the machine minimizes heat transfer to surrounding tissue, leading to powerful results in shattering pigment while reducing the risk of side effects, making treatments safer and more comfortable for clients.

Broad Range of Clinical Applications

The SKYN X is not limited to a single procedure; it allows clinics to offer high-demand services like Full-Spectrum Tattoo Removal, Pigmentation Correction, Carbon Laser Peels, and Skin Rejuvenation, maximizing the return on investment and catering to a wider patient base.

FAQs

  • The SKYN X is a versatile, medical-grade Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser system primarily used for full-spectrum tattoo removal, treating various benign pigmented lesions, and advanced skin rejuvenation, including the popular Carbon Laser Peel.

  • It utilizes the principle of Selective Photothermolysis, delivering ultra-short, high-energy pulses (nanoseconds) that are absorbed by tattoo ink, shattering the pigment into tiny fragments that the body’s immune system naturally eliminates.

  • Yes, the machine features a dual-wavelength system (1064 nm and 532 nm), allowing it to effectively target and remove both dark inks (black, blue) and bright, stubborn colors (red, orange, yellow).

  • Yes, the primary 1064 nm wavelength is safe and preferred for treating tattoos and pigmentation on darker skin types because it bypasses melanin absorption in the epidermis, minimizing the risk of hyper- or hypo-pigmentation.

  • The Carbon Laser Peel (or Hollywood Peel) is a signature treatment performed by the SKYN X that uses a topical carbon mask to deeply exfoliate the skin, reduce pore size, and deliver an instant radiant glow.

  • While the exact number varies by ink color, density, and age of the tattoo, most professional tattoos require multiple sessions (often 6 to 10+) spaced 6–8 weeks apart to allow the body time to clear the fragmented pigment.

  • Patients often describe the sensation of laser treatment as feeling like a rubber band snapping against the skin; while generally tolerable, the use of topical anesthetic or a cooling device is recommended for intensive procedures like tattoo removal.

  • Downtime is typically minimal for non-ablative treatments like the Carbon Peel (a few hours of redness), but targeted procedures like tattoo or dark pigment removal may result in temporary redness, swelling, and possible scabbing that heals over 5-7 days.

  • Essential post-treatment care includes avoiding sun exposure, applying prescribed cool packs or ointments (like Aquaphor), and strictly avoiding swimming pools or hot tubs for at least 48 hours to prevent infection.

  • Yes, the laser's energy helps stimulate collagen production deep within the dermis, which effectively remodels scar tissue (including acne scarring) and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

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