Laser Freckle Removal for Clear Skin in Korea Using Fotona StarWalker
Hello, this is Hev Dermatology.
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.
Before: 2023.04.06 – After: 2024.07.19
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Results vary from person to person. Before treatment, please make sure you receive a thorough consultation about possible side effects such as temporary pigmentation, bruising, or swelling.
What matters most in pigmentation laser treatment results
Whether you’re treating dark spots, freckles, melasma, or other types of pigmentation, your before-and-after results usually come down to three key factors:
- Accurate diagnosis
- Precise treatment technique
- Clear aftercare guidance
Which laser do we use?
A question we hear often is, “Which laser do you use for pigmentation treatment?”
At our clinic, we primarily use the Fotona StarWalker.
The name may sound unfamiliar, but it’s a widely used device in dermatology clinics for treating melasma, freckles, stubborn pigmentation, and certain birthmarks.
It’s well known enough that some patients (including members of local patient communities) specifically look for clinics equipped with a Fotona device—even traveling from areas like Cheongna or Ilsan.
Fotona vs. “Lipot” laser: what’s the difference?
Recently, we’ve also received questions about the Lipot laser. Both the Lipot and Fotona systems commonly use a 532nm wavelength, so the basic principle for targeting dark spots is similar.
The key difference is how the treatment areas are selected:
- Lipot laser: typically treats only the areas detected and selected by the device’s system.
- Fotona laser: allows the physician to manually choose and fine-tune the treatment areas based on the patient’s pigmentation pattern and skin condition.
Thank you.
