How laser and pigment treatments are priced
Laser toning, pico lasers, IPL, vascular lasers, and lesion removal can look similar on a price list but are billed differently. Some are sold per session, others per course, and lesion work is often priced per spot or size. This page shows where those differences come from and how to choose.
How to choose
Per session or per course
Toning and IPL are often series. A course figure assumes a set count, so ask what happens to unused sessions.
Area versus lesion count
Whole-face work is priced by area. Moles, spots, and tattoos are more often priced by number or size, and size changes the plan.
Device and wavelength
Different pigments and vessels respond to different wavelengths. A plan that needs more than one system can add visits.
Skin tone and condition
The doctor may choose milder settings and more visits for some skin. This affects the total, not only the per-visit number.
Aftercare and follow-up
Sun protection, topical products, and a review visit may be separate lines. Ask which are included.
Laser & Pigment treatments compared
| Treatment | Often chosen for | Works on | Time | Downtime | Sessions | At Korea Skin Treatment Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laser Toning | Dullness and diffuse pigment | Low-energy nanosecond laser; sessions in a series | about 10-20 minutes | little to none; mild redness possible | often 5-10 sessions, 1-2 weeks apart; varies by person | from ₩60,000 |
| Pico Laser | Pigment, tone, and some tattoos | Picosecond pulses; sessions or area | about 15-30 minutes | from none to about 1 week of small scabs for spot treatment | 1 to several sessions depending on the concern | from ₩30,000 |
| IPL Photofacial | Sun spots and redness | Broad light, not a laser; sessions in a series | about 20-30 minutes | little; spots may darken for about 1 week | often 3-5 sessions, about 3-4 weeks apart | On consultation |
| Vascular Laser for Redness | Small vessels and redness | Light absorbed by blood vessels; area and passes | about 15-30 minutes | mild redness or swelling for 1-3 days; bruising possible with some settings | often 2-5 sessions, about 3-6 weeks apart; varies by person | On consultation |
| Laser Tattoo Removal | Unwanted ink | Short pulses break ink; sessions by size and color | about 10-30 minutes depending on size | about 1-2 weeks of redness, crusting or blistering; varies by person | often several to 10 or more sessions, about 6-8 weeks apart; varies by ink and skin | On consultation |
| Mole & Skin Lesion Removal | Single lesions | Laser or other removal; priced by lesion | about 10-30 minutes depending on the number of spots | about 1-2 weeks of small scabs; a protective patch is often used | usually 1; a follow-up session is sometimes needed | On consultation |
| Carbon Laser Peel | Oily skin and pores | Carbon lotion and laser; sessions in a series | about 20-30 minutes | little to none; mild redness possible | often 3-6 sessions, about 2-4 weeks apart; varies by person | On consultation |
Times, downtime and sessions are typical ranges and vary by person. Listed prices are in Korean won and include 10% VAT. Your itemized quote is confirmed after the doctor's consultation and may differ depending on skin condition, area and dosage. Prices are valid as of October 2026.
When a doctor may advise waiting
- Anyone who has recently had strong sun exposure or a tan, since this may mean waiting.
- People who are pregnant or use photosensitizing medication, who should ask the doctor first.
- Anyone with a changing or irregular mole; it needs an exam and possibly testing before any removal.
Laser & Pigment: common questions
Why is tattoo removal priced so differently from toning?
Ink size, color, and depth drive the number of sessions, and sessions are spaced weeks apart. A per-session figure is easier to compare than a total.
Is a course price worth it?
It can lower the per-visit figure but commits you up front. Ask for the refund or transfer terms for unused sessions.
Why does the doctor want to see my skin before quoting?
The cause of the pigment decides the method. A spot that looks harmless may need a different plan or a test first.
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