“How much does picosecond laser cost in Lima?” The short answer: it depends on the indication — the same machine treats everything from tattoos to melasma, with different per-session pricing. At Elyzea (Miraflores) picosecond laser starts at S/100 (~US$29) per session for tattoos and goes up to S/1,000 (~US$286) for full rejuvenation (Hollywood Peel: S/600). This guide gives the exact price by indication, sessions needed, aftercare, and the comparison with the US for traveling patients.
Picosecond laser pricing at Elyzea by indication
Each indication is quoted per session, with no mandatory packages. Here’s the 2026 table:
| Indication | Per session | USD (~) |
|---|---|---|
| Tattoo removal | S/100 | ~US$29 |
| Sun spots / lentigines | S/200 | ~US$57 |
| Melasma | S/300 | ~US$86 |
| Acne scars | S/300 | ~US$86 |
| Stretch marks | S/300 | ~US$86 |
| Skin rejuvenation (full face) | S/1,000 | ~US$286 |
| Hollywood Peel | S/600 | ~US$171 |
For a deeper dive into the technology and indications, see our complete picosecond laser guide.
What variables change the price?
The listed price is per session and per zone, but the total plan cost depends on:
- Clinical indication: Sun spots require different energy and pattern than melasma or a tattoo — that’s why each indication has its own price
- Area size: A small tattoo (<5 cm) fits the base price; large tattoos or extensive areas are quoted at consultation
- Pigment color: Black, blue, and red respond well; green, yellow, and multicolor need more sessions
- Skin phototype: Darker phototypes (IV–VI) use conservative protocols with spaced sessions to avoid post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
- Sessions needed: Total varies by indication — total cost adds up per session
International comparison: Lima and the US
Picosecond pricing at Elyzea is significantly lower than equivalents in the US, using the same generation of technology:
- United States: US$300–600 per spot session; US$400–800 per melasma session; US$500–1,500 per Hollywood Peel
- Elyzea vs US savings: 75% to 90% less per equivalent session
If comparing to older laser generations, see our analysis of CO&sub2; laser vs picosecond to understand when each technology applies.
What does picosecond laser treat?
Picosecond laser is one of the most versatile aesthetic devices because it fragments pigment without harming surrounding tissue:
- Sun spots and lentigines: Superficial epidermal pigment
- Melasma: Deep dermal pigmentation — needs conservative protocol and maintenance
- Tattoos: Black, blue, red, green, and multicolor
- Microblading pigment: For correction or removal
- Acne scars: Scars with pigmentary component
- Stretch marks: Red and white stretch marks — texture and tone effect
- Rejuvenation: Stimulates collagen, improves overall texture
- Hollywood Peel: No-downtime aesthetic treatment for immediate luminosity, popular before events
Sessions needed by indication
The number of sessions depends on pigment type and depth:
- Sun spots: 3 to 5 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks
- Melasma: 4 to 8 sessions + maintenance (chronic condition)
- Acne scars: 4 to 6 sessions
- Stretch marks: 4 to 8 sessions by extent and age
- Small black tattoo: 5 to 10 sessions
- Multicolor / large tattoo: 8 to 15 sessions
- Rejuvenation: 3 to 4 sessions for initial series
- Hollywood Peel: 1 single session or series of 4–6 every 3–4 weeks
Aftercare
Picosecond has minimal downtime — most patients return to normal routine the same day with specific care:
- Days 1–3: Mild redness and possible thin scab over tattoos; prescribed healing cream; don’t pick scabs
- Days 4–14: Strict physical SPF 50 (zinc/titanium), hat or umbrella; no sauna, jacuzzi, or direct sun
- Makeup: Day 3–5 by zone and skin response
- Normal life: Immediate — work, social life, travel
- Spacing: 4 to 6 weeks between sessions for full skin response
If you combine picosecond with other treatments in the same trip (common for traveling patients), see our guides on Morpheus8 pricing and cryolipolysis in Lima to plan the right sequence.
Contraindications
Picosecond laser is not recommended in:
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Recent tan — wait at least 4 weeks
- Oral isotretinoin in the last 6 months
- Active infection in the area or untreated cold sores
- Active photosensitizers (some antibiotics, high topical retinoids)
- Extensive keloid history — conservative protocol or reassessment
The free consultation evaluates phototype, current medication, skin history, and expectations before any session.
Why choose Elyzea?
- Board-certified plastic surgeon: Dr. Geldres calibrates fluence, spot size, and pattern by phototype and diagnosis
- Manufacturer-genuine picosecond device — not low-cost clones
- Transparent pricing: Per session and per indication, no mandatory packages
- Safe protocol for darker phototypes (III–VI) — relevant for Peruvian and Latin American patients
- Free consultation in person or virtual (30 minutes)
- Premium location: Av. Angamos Oeste 715, Miraflores