Our signature treatment, developed in-house, delivered from head to toe. Designed to gently even out darker patches on otherwise normal skin, from knees, elbows and underarms to neck, inner thighs and intimate areas. Advanced pico/nano laser paired with a prescribed home care routine targets pigmentation at the source, not just on the surface. Safe for all skin types.
Skin Lightening & Brightening
Skin Lightening Laser Technology (Pico/Nano Hybrid)
Fotona StarWalker MaQX
Pico and nanosecond dual-pulse laser. Shatters pigment without heat damage. One of Australia's most advanced lightening systems.
All Skin Types, Head to Toe
Free Consultation
Your clinician assesses your skin type, pigmentation depth, and goals. Every programme starts with a personalised plan and patch test.
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Fotona StarWalker MaQX Skin Lightening Laser
Pico/nano hybrid laser technology for precision pigment treatment
The StarWalker MaQX by Fotona is one of the most advanced pigmentation lasers available in Australia. It combines two pulse modes in a single system: picosecond pulses (trillionths of a second) and nanosecond pulses (billionths of a second).
This dual-pulse approach gives your clinician the flexibility to target both shallow and deep pigmentation in the same session, with precision that single-mode lasers cannot match.
Pico/Nano Hybrid Pulses
Two pulse modes, one system
Picosecond pulses for fine, surface-level pigment. Nanosecond pulses for deeper, stubborn melanin deposits. Your clinician selects or combines both based on the depth and type of your pigmentation.
LIOB Technology
Laser-Induced Optical Breakdown
Instead of heating the skin, LIOB creates a photoacoustic shockwave that mechanically shatters melanin. Effective pigment destruction with significantly lower risk of heat damage, scarring, or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Wide Fitzpatrick Range
Safe across all skin types
The StarWalker MaQX treats Fitzpatrick skin types I through VI. For darker skin tones, your clinician uses conservative settings and a patch test to confirm your skin responds safely before starting your full course.
Why Pico/Nano Hybrid Matters
Dark patches from friction, shaving, waxing and tight clothing often have both surface and deeper pigment layers. Most skin lightening clinics use single-mode Q-switched lasers or IPL devices. Single-mode systems work at one pulse speed, which limits their ability to address pigment at different depths in the same session.
IPL uses broad-spectrum light that is less targeted and carries higher risk for darker skin. The StarWalker MaQX's dual-pulse approach addresses both limitations, reaching surface shadowing and deeper melanin deposits in the same treatment. It is also why we can safely treat the full range of body areas, from knees and elbows to intimate zones, with the same device.
Fotona is a European manufacturer of medical laser systems with over 60 years of engineering heritage. The StarWalker MaQX is TGA-listed for use in Australia.
Why Clients Choose Skin Lightening & Brightening
People come to us for all kinds of reasons. Not everyone has a specific skin condition. Some simply want to look and feel better in their own skin.
Evening out skin tone where certain body areas are darker than others. Correcting unwanted yellow, green, or grey undertones. Fading post-inflammatory marks from ingrown hairs or waxing. Treating friction and hormonal darkening in underarms, groin folds, and intimate areas.
Not every client comes in with a diagnosed condition. Some people just want brighter, more radiant skin. That is a completely valid reason.
Laser Skin Lightening reduces visible pigmentation, corrects uneven tone, and improves skin radiance. It does not change your natural skin colour. Our focus is on reducing the contrast between darker patches and your surrounding skin for a more even, luminous result. Every program starts with a consultation and patch test.
What to Expect
How Often?
How Long?
Feels Like?
How It Works
Laser Targets Melanin
Photoacoustic Shatter
Your Body Clears It
Repeat for Deeper Layers
Your Lightening Journey: Session by Session
Consultation and Patch Test
Sessions 1-3: Visible Brightening
Sessions 4-8: Evening and Blending
Maintenance: Protecting Your Results
Laser vs Chemical Peels vs Lightening Creams
How do the main treatment options compare for body pigmentation?
| Pico/Nano Laser (StarWalker MaQX) | Chemical Peels | Lightening Creams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How it works | Ultra-short laser pulses shatter melanin via photoacoustic energy. Your body clears the fragments naturally. | Acid solution removes the top layers of skin, forcing cell turnover and bringing fresher skin to the surface. | Active ingredients (kojic acid, arbutin, niacinamide, retinol) inhibit melanin production over time. |
| Depth | Reaches both epidermal (surface) and dermal (deep) pigment. | Surface layers only. Limited penetration into deeper pigment. | Minimal penetration. Works on the outermost skin layer. |
| Best for | Chronic dark patches on body areas (knees, underarms, intimate), deep melanin, all skin types. | Mild surface discolouration, facial skin brightening. | Maintenance between treatments, mild pigmentation, prevention. |
| Sessions needed | 8-12 sessions for 70-80% improvement. | More frequent sessions. Results plateau faster. | Ongoing daily use. Slower, more gradual results. |
| Downtime | Minimal. Mild redness for a few hours. | 1-7 days depending on peel depth. Peeling, redness, sensitivity. | None. |
| Risk for dark skin | Lower PIH risk with pico/nano (no heat damage). Patch test standard. | Higher PIH risk, especially medium and deep peels on darker skin. | Low risk for most formulations. Some ingredients (hydroquinone) carry risks with prolonged use. |
| Permanence | Long-lasting with maintenance. Sun, hormones, and friction can cause recurrence. | Temporary. Requires regular repeat treatments. | Temporary. Pigment returns when you stop using the product. |
Support Your Results at Home
For most of our clients, the best results come from combining laser treatment with targeted home care between sessions.
Body Bright
Targeted pigmentation corrector combining Kojic Acid, Alpha Arbutin, Niacinamide, and Retinol. Use 2-3 nights per week on treated areas. Results visible in 4-6 weeks.
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Body Smooth
Texture refinement and ingrown prevention. Ideal for underarms, bikini line, and body areas prone to friction. Keeps skin smooth between laser sessions.
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Good to Know
6 Years
Tens of Thousands of Treatments
We have been delivering full-body Skin Lightening and Brightening since 2020. Six years of refining our protocols, training our team, and building a treatment program trusted by clients across Australia.
StarWalker MaQX
Fotona Pico/Nano Hybrid Laser
A European-engineered laser system with over 60 years of Fotona heritage. Two pulse modes in a single system for precision pigment treatment at multiple depths. TGA-listed for use in Australia.
Fitzpatrick I-VI
All Skin Types, Safely
Safe for all skin types on the Fitzpatrick scale. Patch testing is standard before every new treatment course. We do not offer any treatments involving unsafe bleaching agents, mercury-based creams, or IV glutathione.
Why Pink Laser
Our Signature Treatment
Skin Lightening and Brightening is the treatment we built our reputation on. Developed in-house, refined over years of clinical experience, and delivered from head to toe. Face, body, and intimate areas as a complete program.
Certified Laser Specialists
Our team are certified laser safety specialists trained on the Fotona StarWalker MaQX system. Every treatment plan is customised to your skin type, pigmentation depth, and treatment goals.
Honest, Realistic Expectations
We will not promise to change your skin colour or guarantee a specific number of shades lighter. What we will do is give you a realistic assessment, show you before-and-after examples, and build a program that delivers measurable improvement.
Is Skin Lightening & Brightening Right for You?
This treatment is designed for cosmetic tone evening: reducing darker patches caused by friction, trauma, shaving, waxing or genetic tendency. Our focus is on bringing darker areas closer to your surrounding skin tone for a more even, luminous result.
Great for
Better Suited to Our Pigmentation Treatments
These conditions require different lasers and protocols. We will assess you at your consultation and recommend the right treatment for your skin.
Most clients start with a free consultation so we can design the right course for your skin. If you already know the area you want to treat, use the guide below to see treatment options and pricing.
Choose Your Treatment Area
Select your body area below. We treat head to toe, all skin types.
Face
Full Face
Number of sessions
Face & Neck (front or back)
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Under Eye Bags
Number of sessions
Cheeks
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Nose
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Upper Lip
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Lips
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Chin
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Lip & Chin
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Ears
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Neck Décolletage Shoulders & Chest
Neck (front or back)
Number of sessions
Neck (front & back)
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Décolletage
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Neck (front or back) & Décolletage
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Face & Neck (front or back) & Decolletage
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Cleavage
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Bra Line
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Shoulders
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Half Chest
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Full Chest
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Arms Elbows Hands & Underarms
3/4 Arms
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Half Arms
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1/4 Arms
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Underarms
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Elbows
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Full Arms
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Back of hands
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Fingers
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Back of Hands & Fingers
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Back & Stomach
Stomach
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Half Stomach
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Stomach Line
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1/4 Back
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Half Back
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3/4 Back
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Full Back
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Chest & Stomach
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Back & Shoulders
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Legs Knees & Feet
1/4 Legs
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Half Legs
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3/4 Legs
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Full Legs
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Knees (front or back)
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Knees (front & back)
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Feet & Toes
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Intimate Areas
Under Buttocks
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Full Buttocks
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Female Behind (extended)
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Inner Thighs
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Female Brazilian (ex. behind)
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Female Brazilian (inc. behind)
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Female Brazilian (ex.) & Underarms
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Female Brazilian (inc.) & Underarms
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Female Brazilian (ex. behind) & Bikini
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Female Brazilian (inc. behind) & Bikini
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Intimate Combos & Full Body
Female Brazilian (ex. behind) & Inner Thighs
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Female Brazilian (inc. behind) & Inner Thighs
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Female Brazilian (ex. behind) & Underarms & Inner Thighs
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Female Brazilian (inc. behind) & Underarms & Inner Thighs
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Female Behind
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Full Body
Mild redness and slight swelling are normal and resolve within a few hours. Your clinician will apply Pink Skin Care Recovery Gel immediately after treatment. Avoid sun exposure entirely for at least 2 weeks and apply SPF 50+ sunscreen to the treated area every day, even on cloudy days. Sun protection is the single most important factor in maintaining your results. Your clinician will prescribe a personalised home care routine, which may include Body Bright for pigment correction, Body Glow for radiance, and Body Smooth for texture and ingrown management. We strongly advise against using any skincare products that have not been recommended by your clinician during your treatment course.
Pink Laser Clinics specialises in advanced laser and skin treatments. Our FAQs are designed to help you feel informed and confident before booking.
Skin Lightening & Brightening Treatments, Questions We're Asked the Most.