Pigmentation Treatment in Seoul

Pigmentation treatments at Egg Clinic

• Melasma Treatment Gentle, staged plans for melasma →
• Sunspot Removal Fades sun-induced dark spots →
• Hyperpigmentation Black Skin Careful pigment care for darker skin tones →
• IPL Therapy Light therapy for spots and redness →
• Pico Laser Ultra-short pulses that break up pigment →
• Carbon Laser Peel Brightens skin and refines pores →
• Glutathione Injections Antioxidant drip for overall brightness →
• Vitamin C Drip Therapy Vitamin C drip for glow and tone →
• Hyperpigmentation Treatments for dark patches and uneven tone →

What is pigmentation treatment?

Pigmentation happens when melanin, the skin's natural pigment, builds up unevenly. It can appear as sunspots, freckles, melasma, marks left after acne, or a generally uneven tone. Pigmentation treatment aims to break up or reduce this excess pigment while keeping the surrounding skin healthy. Common triggers include sun exposure, hormones, inflammation and genetics, and many people have more than one type of pigmentation at the same time, which affects how it should be treated.

The main tools are lasers such as the pico laser, which shatters pigment into tiny particles the body can clear, and intense pulsed light such as IPL therapy for sun damage and redness. Brightening drips, skin boosters and medical skincare can support these treatments. Because different types of pigment sit at different depths, the doctor chooses and combines methods for your skin.

Who is a good candidate?

• Sunspots, age spots or freckles
• Melasma or hormonal patches on the cheeks and forehead
• Dark marks left after acne or inflammation
• Dull or uneven skin tone
• People of all skin tones, with settings adjusted by the doctor

Some pigmentation, especially melasma, can flare if treated too aggressively, so a gentle, gradual approach is often safer. Treatment should be postponed with a recent tan, sunburn or active skin infection, and some options are not suitable during pregnancy. Any spot that is changing, bleeding or irregular should be checked by a doctor before cosmetic treatment.

Pigmentation & Brightening cost in Gangnam

Egg Clinic publishes fixed prices for every treatment. For related options, see our Pigmentation & Laser Toning prices(from ₩10,000) or the complete clinic price list. The doctor confirms the right treatment and your final price at a free consultation.

What results can you expect?

Single, well-defined spots such as sunspots may fade noticeably after one or a few sessions, sometimes after a short phase where they darken and flake off. Melasma and widespread uneven tone usually need a series of gentle sessions over weeks to months and ongoing maintenance, because pigment can return with sun exposure or hormonal changes. Downtime is generally short, with mild redness for a few hours to a day. Prices depend on the method and number of sessions; see the pigmentation and laser toning price list.

How the treatment works

1. Skin assessment

   The doctor examines your pigmentation, skin tone and history to identify the type and depth of pigment.

2. Treatment plan

   A method or combination is chosen, with the number and spacing of sessions explained.

3. Treatment session

   After cleansing, and numbing if needed, the laser or light is applied. Most sessions take 15–40 minutes.

4. Aftercare

   Use gentle skincare and broad-spectrum sunscreen daily, and avoid tanning and harsh exfoliants afterwards.

Tips for international patients

• Send clear photos of your pigmentation on WhatsApp before your trip for an initial plan.
• Avoid tanning for at least two weeks before treatment.
• Pack a high-SPF sunscreen and a hat, especially if you plan to sightsee after treatment.
• If you have a short stay, ask whether a plan with fewer, spaced sessions or home care can continue after you leave.

Frequently asked questions

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