Pigmentation · Sinsa, Gangnam
Melasma Treatment in Seoul
Lasers, injections & care at Egg Clinic, Gangnam
A gentle, long-term plan for brown facial patches, combining low-energy laser toning, melasma injections and skincare, set by a doctor for your skin.
- Little downtime
- 3 min from Sinsa Stn. Exit 5
- English-speaking staff
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Melasma treatment aims to lighten the brown or grey-brown patches that appear on the cheeks, forehead and upper lip, usually triggered by sun and hormones. At Egg Clinic in Sinsa, Gangnam, a doctor plans a gentle combination of low-energy laser toning, melasma injections and topical care; improvement is gradual over several sessions, and ongoing sun protection is essential because melasma can return.
- Treatment time
- About 15–40 minutes
- Comfort
- Mild warmth or tingling
- Downtime
- Little to none
- Results
- Gradual, over weeks
- Lasts
- Needs maintenance
- Sessions
- Usually a course
What is melasma and how is it treated?
Melasma is a common, chronic pigmentation condition that causes symmetrical brown or grey-brown patches, most often on the cheeks, forehead, nose and upper lip. Sun exposure, hormonal changes such as pregnancy or hormonal contraception, heat and genetics all play a role. It is more common in women and in medium to darker skin tones.
Because melasma reacts to heat and inflammation, it is treated gently and over time. Low-energy laser toning breaks up pigment without much heat, melasma injections help calm pigment activity, and topical care supports results at home. The doctor builds a combination suited to your skin and adjusts it as it responds.
Who is a good candidate for melasma treatment?
- Brown patches on the cheeks, forehead or upper lip
- Melasma that has not improved with skincare alone
- Pigment that worsens with sun or heat
- People able to use sunscreen consistently
- Anyone wanting a gentle, long-term plan
Treatment is usually postponed during pregnancy and breastfeeding, after a recent tan or sunburn, or with active skin inflammation. Melasma can be confused with other pigment conditions, so the doctor confirms the diagnosis first. If your pigment is mainly sunspots or freckles, sunspot removal may be more suitable.
Melasma Treatment cost in Gangnam
Egg Clinic publishes fixed prices for every treatment. For related options, see our Melasma Injection prices(from ₩150,000) or the complete clinic price list. The doctor confirms the right treatment and your final price at a free consultation.
Before & after at Egg Clinic
This photo shows a Joule BBL result. Ask us about melasma examples during your consultation.
What are the results and recovery like?
Most melasma treatments have little downtime; mild redness usually fades within hours. Lightening is gradual and usually becomes noticeable after several sessions spaced one to two weeks apart. Melasma is a chronic condition that can come back with sun, heat or hormones, so maintenance sessions, daily broad-spectrum sunscreen and avoiding heat exposure help keep results. Results vary from person to person.
How the treatment works
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Consultation
The doctor examines your pigment, confirms melasma and discusses triggers such as sun and hormones.
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Preparation
The skin is cleansed and protected; numbing cream is rarely needed for gentle toning.
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Treatment
Low-energy laser toning and, if suitable, melasma injections are carried out according to your plan.
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Aftercare
Use gentle skincare and broad-spectrum sunscreen every day, and avoid saunas, hot yoga and strong scrubs.
Tips for international patients
- Plan for a course of sessions, or ask the doctor how to continue care at home.
- Message us on WhatsApp with your dates so sessions can be spaced through your stay.
- Wear a hat and reapply sunscreen while sightseeing.
- Bring the names of creams or medicines you have used for melasma.
Frequently asked questions
Can melasma be cured?
Melasma is a chronic condition that can be controlled and lightened but may return. Sun protection and maintenance treatment help keep it under control.
What is the most effective treatment for melasma?
A combination usually works better than one method alone: gentle laser toning, melasma injections and topical care, plus strict sun protection.
How many melasma treatment sessions do I need?
Most people need several sessions one to two weeks apart, followed by maintenance. The doctor will estimate this at consultation.
Can laser make melasma worse?
High-heat or aggressive lasers can worsen melasma, which is why gentle, low-energy settings are used.
Is there downtime after melasma treatment?
Usually very little. Mild redness typically fades within a few hours.
How much does melasma treatment cost in Seoul?
The price depends on the combination and number of sessions, so the doctor confirms it at consultation. See our melasma injection price list.
Related treatments & prices
Egg Clinic, Sinsa · Gangnam
- Address
- 613 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
- Directions
- 3-minute walk from Sinsa Station Exit 5 (Line 3 & Shinbundang Line)
- Opening hours
- Mon–Fri 11:00–20:30 · Sat & Sun 11:00–17:00 · Lunch 14:00–15:00
- Contact
- +82-2-542-5540(WhatsApp & text)
