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ZYE-YAG (Nd:YAG) — treatment at J'adore Instytut

ZYE-YAG (Nd:YAG)

One laser, four handpieces. Broken capillaries, unwanted hair, skin firmness and skin tone — even on darker skin, which other lasers tend to avoid.

ZYE-YAG (Nd:YAG) — treatment at J'adore InstytutA treatment room at J'adore
We guide the beam point by point across the lesion — the pulse lasts exactly as long as the pigment needs to break apart.Performed by a cosmetologist after qualification

LASER THERAPY / HIGH-TECH / REMOVAL

One laser, four roles
“darker skin too”

Broken capillaries on the nose and cheeks, diffuse redness, unwanted hair that "resists" other lasers, sun spots, sagging skin firmness — these are very different problems, yet they often show up together on one face. ZYE YAG is a multifunctional Nd:YAG 1064nm laser (Vydence Medical) with four interchangeable fibre-optic handpieces — each optimised for a different indication. Instead of four separate devices, we work with one, choosing the handpiece to match the problem.

Its hallmark is deeper penetration and safety across all skin phototypes (I–VI) — even where IPL or shorter-wavelength lasers can be risky. At J'adore Instytut, the treatment is performed by a doctor or experienced cosmetologist. Below you'll find everything worth knowing before your first visit.

  • Facial broken capillaries
  • Diffuse redness and rosacea
  • Leg spider veins
  • Unwanted hair
  • Sun-induced hyperpigmentation and spots
  • Laxity and loss of firmness
  • Sun-damaged and ageing skin

usually a series of several sessions; the number depends on the indication and handpiece

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Duration
depending on the area and handpiece — typically a "short in-salon session"
Result
depending on the indication — results build and are maintained through a series
Recovery
usually zero to 1–2 days (mild redness)
Sessions
usually a series of several sessions; the number depends on the indication and handpiece
Performed by
doctor or experienced cosmetologist

How it works

How it works

ZYE YAG is an Nd:YAG laser with a 1064 nm wavelength. In short: it emits a beam of light absorbed by a specific "target" in the skin — depending on the handpiece, this can be haemoglobin in a broken capillary, melanin in a hair follicle or pigmented spot, or water in deeper layers (for renewal and firming). The absorbed light converts to heat, which acts selectively on that target, sparing the surrounding skin. This phenomenon is called selective photothermolysis.

The key feature of the 1064 nm wavelength is deeper penetration than IPL or shorter-wavelength lasers — and lower affinity for melanin in the epidermis. The practical result: the laser reaches deeper-lying vessels and is safer on darker skin, where other technologies more easily cause hyperpigmentation.

One platform, but four interchangeable fibre-optic handpieces — each suited to a different task. That's why we call ZYE YAG a multifunctional laser: in a single visit, a specialist can switch handpieces and address different concerns on the same skin.

Three layers of skin in cross-section: the epidermis at the surface, the dermis with its vessels and clusters of pigment beneath it, and deepest of all the subcutaneous tissue. The beam passes through the epidermis and its energy is absorbed by the chosen target — a capillary, pigment, or water deep down. The specialist matches the wavelength and the power to the target and to your skin tone.
  1. Epidermisthe layer the light passes through
  2. Dermis with vesselsthe level the target of the beam lies at
  3. Subcutaneous tissuedeeper than this beam reaches

Ideal for

Ideal for

  1. Facial broken capillariestelangiectasia ("spider veins") on the nose and cheeks.
  2. Diffuse redness and rosacearedness that doesn't fade and intensifies with emotion or heat.
  3. Leg spider veinssmall, superficial capillaries on the thighs and calves.
  4. Unwanted hairall areas; particular advantage on darker skin (phototype IV–VI).
  5. Sun-induced hyperpigmentation and spotsuneven skin tone on the face, neck and hands.
  6. Laxity and loss of firmnessskin renewal and firming without ablation (LT handpiece).
  7. Sun-damaged and ageing skinimproved texture, a "photo peel" without flaking.

  8. Not every skin change is suitable for laser treatment "on the spot". Moles, pigmented lesions of uncertain nature, or active inflammation require assessment first — we refer you to a doctor when needed, before proceeding with laser.

Women's area and men's area

What differs

For her

ZYE YAG and women's skin — what this specific technology does for you

For women, the most common reason is broken capillaries, redness and skin tone — the desire to "calm" red, uneven skin and restore an even tone. This is the classic zye-yag for women approach: working with the VL handpiece on capillaries, LT on firmness, plus improving sun spots.

The areas we support

  1. broken capillaries on the nose and cheeks, diffuse redness, rosacea;
  2. leg spider veins;
  3. sun-induced hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone;
  4. skin firming and renewal (LT handpiece) — a "well-rested" skin effect;
  5. hair removal, including on darker skin.
For him

ZYE YAG for him — a laser that works precisely where you actually need it

For men, the main concerns are unwanted hair (back, neck, chest), post-shave redness and broken capillaries, along with darker skin tones that many lasers can't handle. This is zye-yag for men: the Nd:YAG 1064 nm is particularly well-suited here, working safely on phototype IV–VI.

The areas we support

  1. hair removal on the back, neck, shoulders and chest — hard-to-reach areas;
  2. broken capillaries on the nose and cheeks, redness worsened by shaving;
  3. sun spots on the face, neck and hands;
  4. firmness and skin quality with zero downtime (LT handpiece);
  5. the option to combine several concerns in one visit (different handpieces).

Why Nd:YAG for dark skin? Shorter wavelengths and IPL strongly "see" epidermal melanin, so tanned or naturally dark skin is more prone to burns and hyperpigmentation. The 1064 nm wavelength is "more transparent" to the epidermis — making it one of the safest choices for phototypes IV–VI.

Safety

What really determines the result

With laser treatment, results and safety depend on several factors worth asking about in every salon:

  1. Who performs the treatment and whether they've assessed your skin

    At J'adore, the treatment is carried out by a doctor or experienced cosmetologist, who first assesses the type of change, skin phototype and contraindications. A questionable pigmented lesion is referred to a doctor — laser doesn't "diagnose" moles.

  2. Whether the right handpiece and parameters were chosen

    The same broken capillaries on the face and legs require different work; darker skin requires different settings. This choice belongs to the specialist — there's no single "setting for everything".

  3. Whether the skin is untanned

    A fresh tan (sun, sunbed, self-tanner) drastically increases the risk of burns and hyperpigmentation. This is the most common reason to postpone the treatment.

  4. Whether SPF protection is planned

    After laser treatment, skin is light-sensitive — SPF 50+ is mandatory, every day, regardless of season.

Red flag: laser "on a tan" and without a health history · If someone offers a treatment on freshly tanned skin and doesn't ask about photosensitising medication, isotretinoin or a tendency to cold sores — that's a warning sign. Skipping a health history before laser treatment carries a real risk of burns and hyperpigmentation. A good salon will ask, and postpone the appointment if needed.

LASER THERAPY / HIGH-TECH / REMOVAL

What to expect during your visit

  1. Consultation & skin assessmentthe specialist determines the problem, assesses skin phototype, rules out contraindications, and selects the handpiece and series plan.
  2. Preparing the areacleansing the skin; for hair removal, the area should be shaved, not tanned. We protect your eyes with safety goggles.
  3. Treatment with the chosen handpiecethe fibre-optic handpiece moves across the skin; you'll feel warmth or a brief prickle. If needed, the specialist switches handpieces to address another concern.
  4. Cooling and soothingafter laser work, we soothe the skin; with capillary treatment, temporary redness or mild swelling around the vessel is possible.
  5. Guidance and finishaftercare instructions, mandatory SPF 50+, and scheduling your next session in the series.

Contraindications

When to postpone the treatment

Some contraindications are permanent, others temporary — in that case, we simply postpone the treatment until the situation resolves. With laser treatment, we're especially careful about sun exposure and photosensitising medication.

We don't perform it
  • Fresh tan and recent sun / sunbed / self-tanner use — especially with darker phototypes; we postpone until your skin tone evens out.
  • Photosensitising medication and cosmetics — increase the risk of burns and hyperpigmentation; require assessment.
  • Isotretinoin (Roaccutane) — requires an interval after completing treatment; the specialist/doctor decides on timing.
  • Pregnancy and breastfeeding
  • Active infections and inflammation — in the treatment area, fever, general infection.
  • Tendency to cold sores (herpes) — in the treated area — with recurrent cold sores, antiviral prophylaxis and caution are advised.
  • Tendency to keloid scarring — caution and individual assessment.
  • Questionable pigmented lesions / moles — assessed first, with medical consultation if needed; we don't laser undiagnosed changes.

From the specialist's chair

The most commonly postponed reason is sun exposure. "I was on holiday for a week and want to go straight for capillary treatment" — unfortunately, no. A fresh tan and laser treatment are a recipe for hyperpigmentation. It's better to wait until your skin tone returns to its base than to fix hyperpigmentation later.

This isn't a complete list — we'll go through your medication, health conditions, phototype and previous treatments individually during consultation.

What to expect

No surprises

Key point: laser results can be "delayed" and staged. A broken capillary may first darken before it's absorbed; hyperpigmentation may temporarily deepen; skin firmness and tone build over weeks and throughout the whole series, not after one treatment.

  1. Faza 1.immediately afterredness and warmth in the area; possible darkening of the vessel/pigmentation
  2. Faza 2.first few daysredness fades; small scabs may appear — leave them alone
  3. Faza 3.following weekscapillaries are absorbed, skin tone evens out, firmness gradually increases
  4. Faza 4.full seriesresult is set; maintenance and any touch-ups as recommended
The most common "it's not working for me" I hear comes after a single capillary treatment. That's normal — sometimes the vessel needs to darken first before it disappears, and some cases need another session. Laser treatment is about series and patience, not a single "shot".
From the specialist's chair

What's normal right after the treatment

  • redness and warmth in the treated area — usually fades within a few hours to 1–2 days;
  • for capillaries: temporary darkening of the vessel or slight swelling around it;
  • for hair removal: redness around the hair follicles (like "goosebumps") for 24–48 hours;
  • sometimes small scabs with vascular/pigmented lesions — don't pick at them, they fall off on their own.

Results last longer when you protect your skin from the sun and avoid getting a fresh tan between sessions. Without SPF, new broken capillaries and hyperpigmentation will simply reappear — laser removes what's there, but doesn't "immunise" you against the future.

Portfolio

Frames from the institute

A record of the work in our salons — the place where we publish treatment frames and, after photo sessions, results.

01Zabieg w trakcie — nagranie z gabinetuOur own work · J’adore Instytut
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A record of results — in preparation. We publish photographs of our clients only with their consent.

ZYE YAG and your lifestyle

What and when

The most common questions aren't about the treatment itself, but about what comes after: sun, pool, sauna, training, makeup. There's one rule — for the first few days, skin is sensitive to light and heat, and a tan and laser treatment don't mix.

  1. Sun and sunbeds

    avoid before and after the series

    This is the most important rule with laser treatment. Skin must be untanned before the treatment, and protected afterwards. Sun and sunbeds right after laser treatment risk hyperpigmentation. SPF 50+ daily — no exceptions.

  2. Self-tanner

    stop before the treatment

    Self-tanner "colours" the epidermis and confuses the laser — stop using it several days to about two weeks before your visit, until it's completely gone.

  3. Sauna, pool, hot bath

    24–48 hours break

    Heat and chlorine irritate freshly treated skin. Skip the sauna, pool and hot baths for 1–2 days, until the redness fades.

  4. Exercise and exertion

    wait ~24 hours

    Intense, "warming" circulation right after the treatment worsens redness. Light movement is fine; save intense training for the next day.

  5. Acids, retinol, peels

    pause around the treatment

    Stop strong active ingredients (acids, retinol, peels) for a few days before and after the treatment — gentle care and barrier hydration matter more right now.

  6. Makeup and daily life

    usually a quick return

    For most indications, you return to daily life straight away; makeup usually from the next day, once the skin has settled. Don't force-cover or pick at scabs from capillary/lesion treatment.

ZYE-YAG (Nd:YAG)

Frequently asked questions

  1. QuestionAfter how many treatments will I see results?
    AnswerIt depends on the indication. Single broken capillaries can disappear quickly, but some need a follow-up session; hair removal and improving skin tone or firmness clearly require a series of several treatments. We assess results throughout the series, not after the first visit.
  2. QuestionCan a vessel darken first?
    AnswerYes, and that's normal. After being closed, a vessel may darken or a small scab may appear before it's absorbed. Don't pick at scabs — they fall off on their own within a few days.
  3. QuestionDoes it hurt?
    AnswerMost people feel warmth or a brief prickle — most tolerate the treatment without anaesthesia. If needed, we apply numbing cream, and the handpieces work with skin cooling.
  4. QuestionWhat's the recovery time?
    AnswerUsually minimal — from no downtime to 1–2 days of mild redness. With broken capillaries and pigmented lesions, small scabs may appear for a few days.
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Treatment options

ZYE YAG — broken capillaries / redness (VL handpiece)

face: nose, cheeks, diffuse redness

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Note. ZYE YAG is a multifunctional Nd:YAG 1064nm laser (Vydence Medical). This text is for information only and does not constitute medical advice. Indications, handpiece and parameter selection, and contraindications are determined by a specialist during an individual consultation; where skin changes require diagnosis, we refer you to a doctor. The treatment is performed by a doctor or experienced cosmetologist.