If You’re Looking for a Dermatology Clinic for Pigmentation Lasers, Blemishes, and Acne Scars

Those especially noticeable

brown spots

in photos—

do they look familiar?

Recently, we have often seen patients in the consultation room who are concerned about brown spots appearing in various areas of the face or marks left behind by acne, due to increased exposure to UV rays and stress.

If you have felt upset about blemishes that stand out whenever you take a photo or reddish marks that are difficult to cover even with makeup, the pigmentation laser treatment we will discuss today may help ease those concerns, even if only a little.

Many people have spent years worrying as they moved from one cosmetic product or procedure to another. Once the exact cause is identified, however, the direction of care often becomes clearer than expected.

Because every person’s skin is different, it is especially important to identify the cause through an accurate diagnosis first.

Today, we will carefully discuss the topics we frequently talk about in the consultation room, from the causes of hyperpigmentation to treatment methods.

Marks etched into the skin,

what exactly are they?

Hyperpigmentation refers to the condition in which melanin pigment becomes excessively

accumulated in specific areas of the skin

due to UV exposure,

inflammation, or hormonal changes.

Melasma, freckles, and the brown marks

left behind where acne has healed

are all forms of hyperpigmentation.

Pigment found only in the epidermis

is relatively shallow and easier to improve,

but when it has settled into the dermis,

consistent care is needed.

In such cases, pigmentation laser treatment

selectively applies specific wavelengths of light

only to the pigment, helping it gradually

become lighter while reducing damage

to the surrounding skin.

Many people come to us with similar concerns

Among the people we see in the consultation room,

many have spent several years moving from one cosmetic product

to another and from one procedure to another.

One woman in her 40s told us

that the darkening blemishes she saw

every morning in the mirror

had made her makeup routine longer.

She said that after trying various functional cosmetics

without seeing much change, she searched online

and came across the term “pigmentation laser.”

Some people even look through reviews saying

that their condition did not improve after treatment,

then come to the consultation room feeling confused

and wondering whether they can really get better.

People who have managed their skin on their own

for a long time often tell us that they feel much more at ease

after the diagnostic process accurately identifies the cause.

Because the type and depth of pigment

vary from person to person,

the approach may differ even for similar blemishes.

Treatment methods can be divided as follows

Pigmentation laser treatment can largely

be divided into IPL, laser toning,

and picosecond laser treatment.

IPL uses light across a broad range of wavelengths,

with the advantage that it can improve

not only pigmentation but also facial redness.

Laser toning delivers a specific wavelength

intensively to deeper pigmentation,

so it is mainly used for pigment located

in the dermis, such as melasma.

Picosecond lasers break pigment into very small particles

using short pulses, making them effective

for pigment relatively close to the epidermis,

such as blemishes or age spots.

During treatment, you may feel a sensation

like a rubber band snapping against the skin

or some stinging. If needed, we apply

numbing cream in advance to reduce discomfort.

Acne scars also need to be considered

Along with pigmentation, many people

struggle with scars left behind

where acne has healed.

Because acne scars often leave the skin texture

uneven when the inflammation was deep,

pigmentation treatment alone has limitations

in terms of the changes it can produce.

In such cases, we combine methods according to the condition,

including CLO흉터복원술, which uses chemical treatment,

laser treatment, and, when necessary, surgical treatment,

as well as 콰드로스타, which is used for changes

in acne marks and facial redness.

Using several treatment methods together

can address different types of scars at the same time,

which is often helpful when scars are spread across

multiple areas.

Because the shape and depth of scars differ

from person to person, it is safer to proceed in stages

and monitor the progress rather than perform

multiple procedures all at once.

Frequently asked questions in the consultation room,

answered directly

Q1. How many pigmentation treatments

are needed before results appear?

A. It varies depending on the type and depth

of the pigmentation, but we generally recommend

several sessions at intervals of 2–4 weeks.

For pigmentation that frequently recurs,

such as melasma, consistent care

is especially important.

Q2. The pigmentation looks darker

after treatment. Is that okay?

A. Yes. This is a temporary reaction

that can make it look as though

the pigment has risen to the surface.

It naturally becomes lighter along with exfoliation

after about 1–2 weeks, so there is no need

to worry too much.

Q3. Can I receive this treatment in summer?

A. It is possible, but because this is a period

of increased UV exposure, there is a risk

that the pigmentation may darken again.

Treatment intensity is adjusted on the condition

that you practice thorough sun protection.

Q4. Can acne scar treatment

and pigmentation treatment be done together?

A. Depending on the condition of your skin,

it may be possible to combine them.

However, it is safer to determine the order

and interval after a diagnosis,

so we will create a plan through consultation.

We will be with you as you work toward a more comfortable-looking face

Whether it is blemishes or acne scars,

if the concern has remained in the back of your mind

for a long time, it is important to carefully assess

the condition of your skin step by step

rather than expect it to improve overnight.

After treatment, sun protection is

particularly important. Even if temporary

redness or flaking occurs, it usually settles

within a few days, so there is generally

no need to be too alarmed.

이지함피부과 follows the philosophy

of creating a comfortable-looking face

rather than pursuing excessive changes.

Through honest consultations and proven procedures,

we will carefully discuss a pigmentation laser treatment plan

suited to each person’s skin.

Please feel free to ask any questions

during your consultation.

📍 Directions

이지함피부과 is located between Gangnam Station

and Sinnonhyeon Station, at Room 502 on the 5th floor

of Dongil Building, 429 Gangnam-daero,

Seocho-gu, Seoul.

It is also conveniently accessible on foot

along Gangnam-daero.

☎ Main telephone: 02-567-5900

🕐 Clinic hours

· Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 10:00–19:00

· Saturday: 10:00–17:00

· Lunch break (weekdays): 13:00–14:30

· Closed: Wednesday, Sunday, and public holidays