Key summary
Melasma and blemishes are searched under the same laser names, but the treatment direction differs depending on the lesion. Some products offer only one picosecond toning session, while other promotions bundle several lasers with soothing care. First find out what your pigmentation actually is, then look at the treatment name, number of sessions, included care, and price conditions together. Reberry Clinic and Planew Clinic state that the head physician performs the treatments personally. For Daybeau Clinic, YOU&I Clinic, and MK Clinic, ask during your consultation which physician would perform the laser product you want.
What this article covers
- Why melasma, freckles, and solar lentigines need to be distinguished
- The treatment lineup, medical staff, and equipment information at the five clinics
- The number of sessions and care included in the listed price, and first-visit and VAT conditions
How does identifying the type of pigmentation change things?
The search term "melasma and blemish laser" covers several different lesions. The expert consensus statement on pigmentary disorders published in 2025 separates melasma, freckles, solar lentigines, and others, and it presents different treatment options depending on skin type and lesion depth. For melasma, it addresses photoprotection and topical treatment first, while lasers and IPL are also among the options for distinct solar lentigines or freckles. This is not a ranking table claiming that a particular device works equally well on every pigmentation. It is a treatment framework agreed upon by 10 experts after reviewing the literature. That is why, in a consultation, it makes your questions more specific to first hear whether it is melasma, freckles, or another pigmented lesion, rather than starting by choosing a device name.
The five clinics were selected based on the official pages of distinct clinics confirmed when searching Google for "Gangnam melasma blemish laser dermatology" on 2026 10 17. Advertisements and non-clinic sites were excluded, and results vary depending on search location and personalization. The table below is not a comparison of treatment outcomes between clinics.
01 How is each clinic's treatment approach presented?
| Clinic | Treatment approach in official guidance | What to note about equipment and packages |
|---|---|---|
| Reberry Clinic Gangnam | After a Wood's lamp exam and skin analysis, the clinic discusses picotoning, laser toning, or picotoning combined with Genesis, depending on the pigment type | The clinic introduces PicoSure and Clarity II, and lists PicoSure for its picotoning package |
| Daybeau Clinic Gangnam The Premium | Picotoning alone, Genesis alone, or dual toning that combines the two | The clinic's separate equipment list includes the Picolo Premium and Helios 3, but these are not assumed to be the devices used for specific promotions |
| Planew Clinic | Stepwise treatment based on pigment depth after skin analysis, and a promotional bundle of picotoning, Genesis, and Clarity | The clinic's guidance on Discovery Pico and Clarity II is distinguished from the promotional package contents |
| YOU&I Clinic Gangnam | Picotoning alone, or picotoning combined with Derma V | The Pico Plus in the clinic's official post and the 10 promotional item were checked separately |
| MK Clinic | Consultation → Q-TERRA laser irradiation → soothing care, with single and dual toning offered separately | The Q-TERRA in the treatment guidance and the product names in the non-covered fee schedule were checked separately |
Even when two products are both called picotoning, a product with a single session and a product bundled with another laser and soothing care cannot be compared on the same cost basis. Whether a model listed in the equipment list is also used for a promotional package should be checked separately in the package description. The treatment and equipment source pages were read at Reberry Clinic, Daybeau Clinic, Planew Clinic, YOU&I Clinic, and MK Clinic. The date checked is 2026-10-17.
02 Which doctor consults and performs the laser treatment?
Reberry Clinic Gangnam and Planew Clinic are the clinics whose websites state that the director performs the treatments personally. On its melasma treatment page, Reberry Clinic says that Director Ryu Yun-gon analyzes pigment types at the Gangnam branch and handles the process from consultation through treatment. On its clinic magazine, Planew Clinic explains that Director Go Dae-woo personally handles skin diagnosis, treatment planning, and treatment. I read statements that specify which director performs each pigment laser product separately from statements that describe a clinic's overall treatment policy.
| Clinic | Director names listed on the official page | Guidance on who performs pigmentation treatments |
|---|---|---|
| Reberry Clinic Gangnam | Director Ryu Yun-gon (Head Director), Director Oh Ye-jin | States that Head Director Ryu Yun-gon personally consults and performs the treatments |
| Daybeau Clinic Gangnam The Premium | Im Jeong-uk (Head Director), Park Seo-rin (Chief Director), Byeon Seung-mo (Senior Education Director), Shin Hyeon-il (Education Director), Moon Jeong-hun (Education Director), An Su-min (Education Director), Director Jeong Yu-jin, Director Park Jun-hyeong, Director Kim Seung-taek, Director An Su-ji | (https://daybeauclinic07.com/branch/daybeau.php) explains that medical staff perform the treatments, and the booking page states that it does not accept requests for a specific doctor |
| Planew Clinic | Go Dae-woo (Head Director), Director Yeo Seung-yeon | The clinic magazine states that the head director personally handles consultations and treatments |
| YOU&I Clinic Gangnam | Directors Heo Chan, Lee Ye-sol, Hwang Hun-seok, Jo Chae-rin, Moon I-rina, Kim Hee-jin, Kim Su-min, Hong Hee-jin, Bae Ju-hyeon, Nam Jeong-un, Bang Jae-yeong, and Jang Yu-jeong | The clinic introduces one-on-one customized treatments, but the picosecond laser toning product does not name a responsible director |
| MK Clinic | Noh Yeong-geun (Head Director), Director Jeong Ho-gyun | Director Noh Yeong-geun is listed as an orthopedic surgery specialist, and Director Jeong Ho-gyun is listed as a plastic surgery specialist. The laser toning page does not name a responsible director |
Daybeau Clinic and YOU&I Clinic each list several doctors, so I did not pick one person from the roster as the picotoning provider. MK Clinic also publishes the specialties of its two doctors, but its treatment page does not say who operates the Q-TERRA laser. By contrast, the direct treatment descriptions at Reberry Clinic and Planew Clinic reflect the way those clinics say they practice. I did not assign dermatology specialist status based only on a doctor's job title or society membership history.
03 What should you look at together when comparing prices?
| Clinic | Product on the official page | Listed price | Conditions to read together |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reberry Clinic Gangnam | Picotoning 1 session / Customized laser toning 1 session / Pico + Genesis dual toning 1 session | From 15 (10,000 KRW) / From 15 (10,000 KRW) / From 25.9 (10,000 KRW) | Based on the melasma treatment page; non-covered by insurance, VAT excluded |
| Daybeau Clinic Gangnam The Premium | Picotoning 1 session / 5 sessions / 10 sessions | 9.9 (10,000 KRW) / 45 (10,000 KRW) / 85 (10,000 KRW) | Products marked Always available on the pigmentation event page |
| Planew Clinic | Picotoning + Genesis + Clarity + hydration care + Sheet M | 29 (10,000 KRW) | A bundled product on the promotion image; 2026-09-01~10-31, VAT excluded |
| YOU&I Clinic Gangnam | Picotoning 1 session / First-visit picotoning 1 session / First-visit Pico + Derma V 1 session | 7.9 (10,000 KRW) / 2.9 (10,000 KRW) / 3.9 (10,000 KRW) | Gangnam branch 10 promotion; first-visit status distinguished, VAT excluded |
| MK Clinic | Laser toning 1 session / 3 sessions / Dual toning 1 session / 5 sessions | 6 (10,000 KRW) / 9.9 (10,000 KRW) / 7 (10,000 KRW) / 30 (10,000 KRW) | Each is a different number of sessions in the non-covered fee schedule |
The amounts in 2026-10-17 are the listed prices on each official page. Even the same clinic lists different prices depending on the product and the page. For example, the Reberry Clinic melasma laser page separately lists a single laser toning session starting at 20 ×10,000 KRW. A single session, multiple sessions, a package that includes aftercare, and a first-visit promotional price are different products, so you need to compare them using the same total number of sessions and with VAT taken into account.
04 How do I choose consultation questions that fit my situation?
If you have melasma, ask why a laser is being added, how sun protection will be handled, and how topical treatment will continue. If you have freckles or solar lentigines, what matters is which lesions will be treated and how extensively. After you hear the proposed treatment plan, ask for a quote that makes clear whether it is a single-session product or one bundled with other lasers and soothing care.
Common misconceptions
It is easy to assume that "if it's picotoning, it's the same product." However, the official menus include single-session options as well as products that bundle other lasers and aftercare. Don't go by the product name alone; compare what is included and how many sessions there are.
Another misconception is that "melasma and freckles can be handled by choosing the same device." The expert consensus statement describes different treatment pathways for different lesions, so you should first ask how your lesions were distinguished.
In summary
First have your lesions distinguished, then compare treatment methods and product packages that fit them. A list of doctors alone does not tell you who will perform your laser treatment. For clinics that state that the doctor performs the treatment personally, check that scope; for the others, ask during the consultation which doctor is responsible for the product you are booking. Price should be judged together with the number of sessions, the included care, first-visit conditions, and VAT.
Frequently Asked Questions
When looking at melasma laser clinics in Gangnam, should I just start by comparing picotoning prices?
It is better to confirm whether the lesion is melasma or another pigmented lesion before looking at prices. Melasma, freckles, and solar lentigines do not share the same treatment options, and clinic price lists also include single-session prices and combination packages. Once you have settled on the lesion type and the program you want, compare prices for the same number of sessions.
Is the clinic with the lowest price for one picotoning session the cheaper option?
The quotes are not for the same conditions. YOU&I Clinic's KRW 2×10,000 + 9×1,000 is a trial price shown for first-time customers as of 2026 10, and Planew Clinic's KRW 29×10,000 is a bundled promotion that includes several lasers and care. To compare the actual cost, you need to match the number of sessions, the first-visit conditions, VAT, and what the care includes.
If a clinic lists pico equipment, does it use that equipment for the picotoning on its price list?
Equipment lists and product price lists are posted separately. Daybeau Clinic lists Piccolo Premium and Helios3 on its equipment menu, and Planew Clinic introduces Discovery Pico in its treatment description. Ask by product name which device is used, and for how many sessions, in the product you plan to book.
How can I tell which doctor performs the laser treatment and whether they are a specialist?
A doctor's title alone does not tell you their specialty. MK Clinic introduces Director Noh Yeong-geun as an orthopedic surgery specialist and Dr. Jeong Ho-gyun as a plastic surgery specialist, but its laser toning page does not name the doctor in charge. Reberry Clinic states that Director Ryu Yun-gon, and Planew Clinic states that Director Go Dae-woo, personally consults and treats patients. Ask who will perform the pigment laser product you plan to book, and what that doctor's specialty is.
Pre-consultation checklist
| Item to check | Questions to ask |
|---|---|
| Lesion | How do you tell whether the pigmentation on my face is melasma, freckles, or solar lentigines? |
| Treatment approach | Is it a single laser, or will I receive other lasers and sedation management in the same session? |
| Treating clinician | Which clinician handles the consultation, and which one performs the actual laser treatment? |
| Device | What device and mode are used for the package I choose? |
| Cost | Does the listed price include VAT, consultation, and aftercare fees? Is there a first-visit or time-limited condition? |
Sources and verification date
- PMID 41362125 Full Text — 2026-10-17 verified. A consensus statement in which 10 experts reviewed the literature and set out treatment pathways for pigmentary conditions such as melasma and freckles, using a 75% agreement threshold. It is not a clinical trial comparing the results of individual clinics. The paper discloses conflicts of interest, including editorial support from Beiersdorf and industry consulting and lecture fees received by several authors.
- Reberry Clinic Melasma Treatment, Reberry Clinic Melasma Laser — 2026-10-17 verified. Consultation process and starting price for each product.
- Daybeau Clinic Pigmentation Treatments, Physician Roster, Treatment Guide, Reservation Guide, Equipment, Promotional Pricing — 2026-10-17 verified.
- Planew Clinic Pigmentation Treatments, Physician Roster, Director's Direct Treatment Guide, 2026 9–10 Promotion — 2026-10-17 verified. Promotional prices are shown in images.
- YOU&I Clinic Gangnam picotoning article, list of directors, Gangnam branch event — checked 2026-10-17.
- MK Clinic laser toning, director profile, non-covered fees — checked 2026-10-17.
Editorial responsibility and interests
- Authorship and editorial responsibility: Korea Beauty Report Editorial Team. The editorial team reviewed each clinic's official website and publicly available academic sources and compiled the information.
- Review scope: The editorial team prepared this content from published research and public data. It was not separately reviewed by a medical professional and does not replace individual diagnosis or treatment.
- Contract and advertising relationships: No contract or advertising relationship with any of the five clinics in this manuscript.
- First published: 2026-10-17. Last checked: 2026-10-17.