What is Q-Switched Nd:YAG Laser?

• This laser emits high-intensity light pulses of very short duration (Q-switched) at wavelengths that target melanin (pigment) in the skin. According to dermatology sources, it is commonly used for pigmented lesions (sun spots, freckles), tattoo removal and hyperpigmentation.
• In Korea, it is marketed often as “laser toning” or “Q-Switched toning” and is featured in pigmentation treatment protocols.
• It works by breaking down pigment clusters and stimulating skin renewal, which helps fade dark spots and brighten overall skin tone.

Treatment Menu – What You’ll Get

Service Name: Q-Switched Nd:YAG Laser (Laser Toning / Pigmentation Correction)
Target Areas:

• Full face (primary)
• Localised spots / patches (cheeks, forehead, upper lip)
• Sometimes neck, chest, hands (depending on clinic)
  What the treatment does:
• Fades sunspots, freckles, age spots, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH)
• Helps even out skin tone and reduce dullness
• Improves brightness and clarity of skin
  Procedure Time: ~ 10-30 minutes (depending on area) myeongdongdermatologyclinic.com+1
  Downtime: Minimal — you may have mild redness or darkening of spots (“coffee‐ground” appearance) for 1-2 days.
  Typical Sessions: Many clinics recommend 3-6 sessions spaced ~2-4 weeks apart for optimal result.

Cost & Value (Seoul Context)

• According to a local overview, for pigment-laser treatments in Korea: Q-Switched laser “spot treatment” is approx ₩30,000–₩70,000 per spot.
• For full face laser toning / pigmentation correction in Seoul, expect ~ ₩200,000-₩500,000 per session depending on the clinic level and technology used.
• Considering Seoul’s advanced dermatology infrastructure, this offers good value for a high-quality result.

Why Choose Seoul for Q-Switched Laser?

• Korea boasts advanced aesthetic dermatology, especially for pigmentation in Asian skin types, with highly trained dermatologists and modern laser devices.
• Many clinics in the Gangnam / Apgujeong / Hongdae areas specialise in pigmentation and skin-brightening treatments and welcome international patients.
• The treatment is minimally invasive with very little downtime — making it suitable for both everyday and medical-tourism contexts in Seoul.

Good Candidates — Who Should Consider It?

✔ Individuals with sunspots, freckles, age spots, or general skin‐tone unevenness
✔ People with post-inflammatory dark spots (eg. after acne)
✔ Those wanting brighter, more even skin with minimal downtime
⛔ Not ideal if you have active skin infections, are heavily tanned, or have very deep dermal pigmentation that may require different laser types (eg. pico lasers) — a dermatologist assessment is essential.