Pico Toning Laser Treatment for Melasma, Blemishes, and Dark Spots in Korea
This post was written in accordance with the Medical Service Act and was created by a medical institution operated by a board-certified dermatologist at Hev Clinic, with the consent of the patient who received treatment.
It is not intended to emphasize treatment effects or personal treatment experiences, but rather to provide general information about dermatology and aesthetic procedures.
The photos used in this post meet the following conditions:
- The same individual appears in both the before and after photos.
- The dates when the photos were taken before and after treatment are specified.
- The photos were taken under the same conditions.
This post provides various medical information, including possible side effects that may occur from the procedure. In accordance with Article 56, Paragraph 2, Subparagraph 7 of the Medical Service Act, diagnoses and treatment results may vary depending on the individual, and both effects and side effects may differ from person to person.
※ This article was written directly by the director of Hev Clinic for the purpose of providing information about dermatologic and aesthetic procedures.
Freckle & Pigmentation Laser Treatment: Real Before & After
Before treatment: July 31, 2023 | After treatment: November 6, 2023
This photo set is shared with the patient’s consent. All images are of the same person, taken in the same location, with no retouching or editing.
Results vary from person to person. A thorough consultation is essential to review potential side effects such as pigmentation changes, bruising, swelling, redness, and downtime.
Case: Female, early 40s
Patient Background
She’s had noticeable freckles since her teenage years and school days—and she even tried laser treatment about 20 years ago.
Over time, she started to think, “I’m already older, so maybe there’s no point.” But with a little encouragement from her husband, she decided to move forward with treatment.
Before vs. After (Unedited)
Below are side-by-side comparisons showing the change in freckles and overall pigmentation.
Pigmentation & Blemish Treatment: Why a Customized Plan Matters
Treating melasma, freckles, sun spots, and other forms of pigmentation isn’t “one laser fits all.” The best approach depends on the type of pigment and how deep it sits in the skin. Results can take time, but when treatment is consistent and properly guided, improvements add up.
On the other hand, repeating quick, standardized sessions (like simple pico toning done the same way every visit) often leads to disappointing outcomes.
Even when pigmentation looks similar to the naked eye, details like these can completely change how we treat it:
- Depth of pigment: Is it superficial, deeper in the dermis, or mixed?
- Skin condition around the pigment: Thin, red, reactive, sensitive, or easily inflamed skin needs a different approach.
For effective pigmentation treatment, each session should be adjusted to your skin’s condition that day—including the settings, technique, and targeted areas. Doing dozens of identical 5–10 minute “toning-only” sessions without customization usually offers limited value.
The takeaway: Getting a precise, well-planned treatment strategy from the beginning matters most.
Thank you for reading.
