Carbon Peel / Hollywood Peel
Application, parameters, and pass guidance for the classic "lunchtime" carbon peel protocol.
Advanced technology, professional education and support for aesthetic professionals worldwide.
iQuantum laser systems are designed around configurable optics, precise energy control and industrial-grade components — built for professional operators who need consistent, repeatable performance.
Q-switched Nd:YAG system with three interchangeable optics (1320 nm / 1064 nm / 532 nm), configurable pulse energy and a 10″ or 12″ HD touch interface.
Interchangeable handpieces and an adjustable spot size give operators precise control over energy delivery across a range of professional applications.
Combined water / air / TEC cooling circuit engineered for sustained duty cycles and long-term reliability.
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Every system is built around a smart, updatable control platform — configurable energy output, a precision laser pointer guide, and a simple, intuitive graphical interface.
Updatable system software with a clear graphical interface and optional remote Cloud / App control.
Adjustable pulse energy and repetition rate, with a precision pointer guide and adjustable spot size.
Built with industrial-grade components and rigorous manufacturing processes designed for sustained, repeatable performance.
Nd:YAG stands for neodymium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet — a solid-state crystal that, once optically pumped, emits a coherent infrared beam at 1064 nm. Passing that beam through a frequency-doubling crystal produces a second wavelength at 532 nm (visible green); the NDX platform adds a third option at 1320 nm. In Q-switched operation, energy is stored and released in extremely short, high-peak-power pulses, allowing the beam to be absorbed selectively by its intended target while limiting heat spread into surrounding tissue — a principle known as selective photothermolysis.
The longer 1064 nm wavelength penetrates deeper into tissue than shorter-wavelength lasers and is absorbed less by melanin in the skin's surface layer, which is why it is widely used as a base platform across professional and dermatological laser equipment.
Nd:YAG platforms are one of the most established laser technologies in professional aesthetic and dermatological practice. Typical, well-documented application areas for this technology include:
Q-switched pulses target ink and pigment particles, fragmenting them for gradual clearance — effective across a range of ink colors, particularly dark pigments.
The same Q-switched, photoacoustic mechanism used for tattoo removal also fragments cosmetic pigment (eyeliner, eyebrows, lips), sparing the surrounding tissue.
A thin layer of medical-grade carbon absorbs the Q-switched pulse, lifting impurities and dead skin cells for a brighter, more even complexion.
Low-fluence, non-ablative passes are used for gradual collagen stimulation and toning, without disrupting the skin's surface barrier.
Actual clinical indications, protocols and who may operate this class of equipment depend on local regulation and professional licensing in each market. This overview describes the underlying technology in general terms and is not a claim of a specific medical indication for any iQuantum Laser product.
These four terms describe two different things: Nd:YAG, CO2 and picosecond refer to the laser medium / pulse regime that determines wavelength and pulse duration, while "fractional" refers to a delivery mode — splitting the beam into a grid of microscopic treatment zones — that can, in principle, be applied to more than one wavelength. In practice, "fractional" devices in the market are most often built around CO2 (ablative) or erbium-glass (non-ablative) sources. The table below compares them on the dimensions that matter operationally.
| Technology | Typical wavelength | Mechanism | Typical downtime | Common use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nd:YAG Q-switched |
1064 / 532 / 1320 nm | Non-ablative — selective photothermolysis | Minimal to none | Pigment & tattoo, micropigmentation, skin toning |
| CO2 full-field or fractional |
10,600 nm | Ablative — tissue vaporization (fractional: microthermal treatment zones) | Days to weeks (full-field) / days (fractional) | Deep resurfacing, severe texture and scarring |
| Fractional non-ablative, e.g. Er:glass |
~1,320–1,550 nm | Non-ablative — microthermal zones, surface spared | Low (1–3 days) | Fine lines, mild scarring, faster recovery than CO2 |
| Picosecond | 1064 / 532 / 755 nm | Photomechanical — ultra-short pulses (300–800 ps) | Minimal to none | Multicolor tattoo, refractory pigment, faster sessions |
Laser equipment used in professional and aesthetic settings is subject to regulatory frameworks in every market. The links below are provided purely as general, informational reference to those frameworks.
In the US, laser products are regulated by the FDA as radiation-emitting electronic products under 21 CFR 1040.10 / 1040.11 (performance standards), and — where a medical/surgical indication applies — under the medical device framework as well.
In the EU, Annex XVI of Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR) covers high-intensity light/laser equipment without a strictly medical purpose (e.g. skin resurfacing, tattoo or hair removal) — these are regulated as medical devices due to functional similarity and risk, overseen in Spain by AEMPS.
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A growing video library of treatment protocols and equipment care guides for iQuantum NDX professionals — built to watch once, or come back to whenever you need a refresher.
Application, parameters, and pass guidance for the classic "lunchtime" carbon peel protocol.
Wavelength selection and pass planning for multi-color tattoo clearance.
Protocol notes for safely lightening and removing micropigmentation.
Settings for treating superficial pigmented lesions and uneven skin tone.
Protocol details to be added — pending clinical review.
Step-by-step guide to changing the system's cooling water safely.
Best practices for cleaning and protecting the control touchscreen.
Routine cleaning checklist to keep your NDX system in top condition.
How to inspect cables and connections between service visits.
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