Laser Technology

Laser for every skin type.

Tenora uses Candela’s GentleMax Pro® and PicoWay® — the same clinical-grade equipment used in leading dermatology practices.

Laser for every skin type.

Tenora uses Candela’s GentleMax Pro® and PicoWay® — the same clinical-grade equipment used in leading dermatology practices.

Safety

Fitzpatrick I-VI

Full skin type range covered across both platforms.

4 wavelengths

Targeting the widest range of ink colors, hair types, and pigmentation.

FDA cleared

Both devices are FDA cleared for their respective indications.

Lasers

HAIR REMOVAL

Candela GentleMax Pro Plus®

Dual-wavelength platform for permanent hair reduction across all skin types. The standard of care in laser hair removal.

Technology

Wavelengths
755 nm Alexandrite
1064 nm Nd: YAG

Cooling system
Dynamic Cooling Device (DCD) — cryogenic spray delivered milliseconds before each pulse

Spot sizes
6 mm - 26 mm, including large-area applicator for faster sessions on the body

Indications

Primary
Permanent hair reduction

Additional uses
Vascular lesions, pigmented lesions, pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB), leg and spider veins

Skin types
Fitzpatrick I – VI. The 1064 nm wavelength is selected for deeper Fitzpatrick types to reduce epidermal absorption risk.

Sessions

Sessions required
Typically 6-8 sessions, spaced 4-8 weeks apart depending on body area and hair cycle

Downtime
None. Mild redness for 24-48 hours is normal.

Operator protocol
Parameters are set per session based on skin type, hair color, and treatment area. No two sessions are configured identically.

Alexandrite wavelength

The Alexandrite wavelength targets melanin in lighter to medium skin tones with precision and speed. The Nd:YAG penetrates deeper and bypasses surface melanin, making it the right choice for deeper skin tones. Your operator selects wavelength and fluence at each session — not a preset.

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Advanced contact cooling for maximum comfort

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Real time skin temperature monitoring

TATTOO REMOVAL

Candela PicoWay®

Picosecond laser platform for tattoo removal and pigmentation. Pulses 100× shorter than older Q-switched technology — more ink shattered, less heat delivered.

Technology

Indications

Sessions

Wavelengths
1064 nm, 785 nm, 730 nm, 532 nm

Pulse duration
Picosecond range (trillionths of a second) — 100× shorter than nanosecond Q-switched lasers

Mechanism
Photoacoustic shockwave shatters ink particles into dust-sized fragments. The body's lymphatic system clears them over the following weeks.

Tattoo removal
Black, grey, red, orange, blue, and green inks. The 730 nm wavelength specifically targets blue and green.

Pigmentation
Benign pigmented lesions, melasma, sunspots, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation

Skin types
Fitzpatrick I – VI. Wavelength selection varies by ink color, lesion depth, and skin tone.

Sessions required
Variable. Factors include ink density, color range, age of tattoo, skin type, and immune response. Most tattoos require 6 – 12 sessions.

Downtime
Mild frosting immediately post-session, redness and minor swelling for 1 – 3 days.

FDA clearance
Cleared for tattoo removal, benign pigmented lesions, acne scars, and wrinkles

Picosecond platform

The PicoWay is the only picosecond platform cleared for all four wavelengths in tattoo removal. The 730 nm wavelength — the first of its kind — was introduced specifically for blue and green pigments that older lasers could not reliably address. Your operator assesses each tattoo before selecting the wavelength sequence for that session.

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Advanced contact cooling for maximum comfort

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Real time skin temperature monitoring

HAIR REMOVAL

Candela GentleMax Pro Plus®

Dual-wavelength platform for permanent hair reduction across all skin types. The standard of care in laser hair removal.

  • Wavelengths
    755 nm Alexandrite
    1064 nm Nd: YAG

    Cooling system
    Dynamic Cooling Device (DCD) — cryogenic spray delivered milliseconds before each pulse

    Spot sizes
    6 mm - 24 mm, including large-area applicator for faster sessions on the body

  • Primary
    Permanent hair reduction

    Additional uses
    Vascular lesions, pigmented lesions, pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB), leg and spider veins

    Skin types
    Fitzpatrick I – VI. The 1064 nm wavelength is selected for deeper Fitzpatrick types to reduce epidermal absorption risk.

  • Sessions required
    Typically 6-8 sessions, spaced 4-8 weeks apart depending on body area and hair cycle

    Downtime
    None. Mild redness for 24-48 hours is normal.

    Operator protocol
    Parameters are set per session based on skin type, hair color, and treatment area. No two sessions are configured identically.

Alexandrite wavelength

The Alexandrite wavelength targets melanin in lighter to medium skin tones with precision and speed. The Nd:YAG penetrates deeper and bypasses surface melanin, making it the right choice for deeper skin tones. Your operator selects wavelength and fluence at each session — not a preset.

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Advanced contact cooling for maximum comfort

Real time skin temperature monitoring

TATTOO REMOVAL

Candela PicoWay®

Picosecond laser platform for tattoo removal and pigmentation. Pulses 100× shorter than older Q-switched technology — more ink shattered, less heat delivered.

  • Wavelengths
    1064 nm, 785 nm, 730 nm, 532 nm

    Pulse duration
    Picosecond range (trillionths of a second) — 100× shorter than nanosecond Q-switched lasers

    Mechanism
    Photoacoustic shockwave shatters ink particles into dust-sized fragments. The body's lymphatic system clears them over the following weeks.

  • Tattoo removal
    Black, grey, red, orange, blue, and green inks. The 730 nm wavelength specifically targets blue and green.

    Pigmentation
    Benign pigmented lesions, melasma, sunspots, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation

    Skin types
    Fitzpatrick I – VI. Wavelength selection varies by ink color, lesion depth, and skin tone.

  • Sessions required
    Variable. Factors include ink density, color range, age of tattoo, skin type, and immune response. Most tattoos require 6 – 12 sessions.

    Downtime
    Mild frosting immediately post-session, redness and minor swelling for 1 – 3 days.

    FDA clearance
    Cleared for tattoo removal, benign pigmented lesions, acne scars, and wrinkles

Picosecond platform

The PicoWay is the only picosecond platform cleared for all four wavelengths in tattoo removal. The 730 nm wavelength — the first of its kind — was introduced specifically for blue and green pigments that older lasers could not reliably address. Your operator assesses each tattoo before selecting the wavelength sequence for that session.

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Advanced contact cooling for maximum comfort

Real time skin temperature monitoring

Science
How it works

Target

Laser energy is absorbed by melanin in the hair.

Heat

Energy converts to heat, raising the temperature.

Damage

Heat disables the follicle and inhibits future growth

Result

Smoother skin with long-term reduction.

Anatomy: THE HAIR FOLLICLE

Facts

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Up to 95% average hair reduction after full treatment.

Targets hair in growth phase for maximum efficacy.

FDA-cleared and clinically proven laser technology.

Fast treatments with large spot sizes.

Safe for all skin types (I-VI).

High patient satisfaction.

Treatment areas

Face, neck, underarms, arms, chest, back, bikini, Brazilian, legs, feet.

Ideal candidate

‣ Unwanted hair on face or body

‣ All skin types and most hair types

‣ Good general health

‣ Realistic expectations

Hair growth cycle

Anagen
anagen

(Growth phase) Laser is most effective

Catagen
Catagen

(Transition phase) Hair detaches from blood supply

Telogen
Telogen

(Resting phase) Hair is shed. Follicle is inactive

Exogen

(Shedding phase) Treated hair falls out

Exogen
What to expect

During

Warm sensation with cooling for comfort.

After

Mild redness may occur. Use soothing aloe and SPF.

Results

Smoother skin with each session.

Average hair & tattoo reduction over treatment course sessions

100%

20%

40%

60%

8 sessions

1 session

3 sessions

6 sessions

* Hair and tattoo reduction varies with each individual.

FAQs

Which laser is right for my skin tone?

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Both platforms cover Fitzpatrick I through VI. For hair removal, your operator will select the 755 nm Alexandrite or 1064 nm Nd:YAG wavelength based on your Fitzpatrick type — deeper tones are treated with Nd:YAG to minimize surface absorption. For tattoo removal, wavelength is determined by ink color and skin type together. This is assessed at your consultation.

Why do you use Candela specifically?

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Candela's GentleMax Pro and PicoWay are among the most studied platforms in their respective categories, with published clinical data and FDA clearance for the indications we treat. The equipment matters less than the operator behind it — but we chose platforms with a consistent track record and strong manufacturer support.

Can the PicoWay remove all tattoo colors?

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The PicoWay covers the widest color range of any cleared picosecond system, including the 730 nm wavelength for blue and green — historically resistant to treatment. No laser guarantees complete clearance of every color or ink type, and results depend on ink density, age, and your immune response. Your operator will set realistic expectations at consultation.

Is there a consultation before my first session?

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Yes. Every new client starts with a consultation before any laser is used. Your operator reviews your skin type, treatment area, medical history, and goals. Parameters are documented and carried forward — you are not re-assessed from scratch at each session.

What does the DCD cooling system do?

The Dynamic Cooling Device (DCD) on the GentleMax Pro delivers a short cryogen spray milliseconds before each laser pulse. This cools the surface of the skin to protect the epidermis while the laser energy targets the follicle below. It is part of the device, not an add-on — it fires with every pulse.

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Treatments

Tattoo & hair removal

  • Laser hair removal targets the follicle at the root, reducing growth over a series of sessions. Most areas require 6–10 sessions spaced 4–8 weeks apart.

    • All body areas treated

    • All skin tones treated

    • Licensed medical professionals

  • Laser tattoo removal directs light energy into the pigment beneath the skin, fragmenting ink particles that your body eliminates over time. Sessions are spaced 6–10 weeks apart.

    • All ink colors

    • Five sizes plus custom

    • Licensed medical professionals

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