Laser Pico Toning Treatment for Melasma, Blemishes, and Dark Spots
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 treatment: July 31, 2023 – After treatment: November 6, 2023
This photo was posted with consent and is an original of the same person, taken at the same location without any editing.
All procedures may produce different results, and it is important to have a thorough consultation beforehand regarding possible side effects (pigmentation, bruising, swelling, etc.).
Case: Woman in her early 40s
She has had a lot of freckles since adolescence and her school years. She even underwent laser treatment about 20 years ago.
She had been thinking, “I’m already an older woman,” and hadn’t considered any treatments, but eventually decided to proceed at her husband’s suggestion.
Before treatment vs. after treatment.
Pigmentation and Blemish Treatment: A Thoughtful Approach
Treatment for melasma, blemishes, and pigmentation depends heavily on the type and depth of the pigment. While results may take time, consistent and properly guided care will eventually pay off.
However, meaningless or repeated sessions of simple pico toning alone will rarely yield satisfying results. Even if all pigmentation looks the same to the naked eye, factors like:
- Whether the pigment is in a superficial or deep layer
- The condition of surrounding skin (e.g., thin, red, sensitive)
…can completely change how a laser should be applied.
For effective pigmentation treatment, each session should be tailored to the individual’s skin on that day, adjusting points and technique accordingly. Simply performing dozens of uniform toning or pico toning sessions, each lasting 5–10 minutes, without customization, offers little value.
The key is to receive proper, precise pigmentation treatment from the start.
Thank you.
