Melasma in Dongseong-ro, Daegu

Melasma calls for patience and gentle settings, so JRYN Clinic Daegu manages it with staged low-energy toning rather than aggressive spot removal.

Quick answer: At JRYN Clinic Daegu , melasma is treated with gentle laser toning, using Pico Toning, PicoPlus or Helios III, over a series of sessions, together with daily sun protection and barrier-friendly skincare. Toning has little or no downtime, and the doctor first confirms that the pigment really is melasma.

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What causes melasma?

Melasma is a pattern of hazy brown patches, typically on the cheeks, forehead, upper lip or jaw. UV and visible light, heat and hormonal changes such as pregnancy or the contraceptive pill all play a part, and it tends to return while those triggers continue.

How JRYN Daegu treats it

The doctor examines the depth and pattern of the pigment, then plans low-energy toning that breaks it into fine particles without overheating the skin. Options include Pico Toning, PicoPlus, which is approved in Korea for melasma, and Helios III toning. Sessions are spaced to let the skin calm, and strong spot lasers are avoided because excess heat can darken melasma.

Korean name: 기미

At a glance

Common options	Pico Toning, PicoPlus, Helios III
Typical sessions	A series, often 5–10 sessions
Downtime	Little to none; mild redness
First step	Doctor confirms the pigment type
Where	JRYN Clinic Daegu, 20 Dongseong-ro

3 minutes' walk from Jungangno Station (Line 1) Exit 2. Mon–Fri 10:30–20:00, Sat 10:30–16:30.

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Signs

You may be dealing with this if…

Symmetrical brown patches on both cheeks
Pigment that darkens after summer or time in the sun
Patches on the forehead, upper lip or jawline
Pigment that faded once but came back

Visitor tips

Before & after your visit

Wear SPF 50 and a hat daily, as Daegu summers are long and bright
Avoid saunas and very hot baths, since heat can aggravate melasma
On a longer stay in Daegu, weekly or fortnightly toning is easy to keep up
Bring a list of your skincare so the doctor can check for irritants

At JRYN Daegu

How your visit works

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Message us
Send your concern and travel dates on WhatsApp.
Get options
We reply with suitable treatments and an estimate in won.
Walk from Exit 2
3 minutes from Jungangno Station on Dongseong-ro.
Consult & treat
1:1 consultation; plan and total confirmed before treatment.
Aftercare
Aftercare advice and WhatsApp support after you fly home.

FAQ

Melasma questions

Can melasma be removed permanently?

Melasma can be lightened and kept under control, but it is a long-term tendency that can return with sun, heat or hormones. Ongoing sun protection and occasional maintenance help.

Why not use a strong laser to clear it faster?

High-energy lasers can trigger inflammation and rebound darkening in melasma, so gentle, repeated toning is the safer approach.

Can I treat melasma on a short trip?

One session can be a start, but visible change usually needs a series. The doctor can suggest home care to continue after you leave Daegu.

Can I book Melasma in English?

Yes. Message JRYN Clinic Daegu on WhatsApp (+82-10-5573-7574) with your concern, photos and travel dates. The team replies with suitable options, and the doctor confirms the plan at a 1:1 consultation.

How much does treatment for melasma cost at JRYN Daegu?

The price depends on the laser chosen and the number of sessions. It is quoted in Korean won and confirmed with you before treatment. Ask on WhatsApp for today's price and any current offer. See how pricing works.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Cho Seon-a, representative director, JRYN Clinic Daegu. Last reviewed October 2026. General information only; results vary and your doctor confirms suitability at consultation.