During melasma treatment under Dr. Kwang-Seok Seo, please avoid skincare products with brightening ingredients, Stieva-A, or retinol.
Oral and topical melasma medications are also prohibited during treatment, including products such as Domina Cream, hydroquinone, and tranexamic acid.
Frequent golfing, outdoor sports, or excessive walking during the treatment period may reduce the expected clinical results or cause pigmentation to appear in a different pattern.
We recommend visiting the clinic every 1 to 2 weeks for treatment. If the treatment interval is not maintained, the results may be less effective.
During the treatment process, underlying pigmentation may temporarily surface and appear more noticeable. This is part of the treatment process and usually fades over time, so there is no need to worry.
As deeper pigmentation is broken down, pinpoint bleeding or minor bruising may occur and can remain visible for about 3 to 7 days.
After targeted pigmentation treatment, small scabs may form. Please do not remove them by force.
You may experience warmth, redness, or swelling in the treated area. These symptoms usually subside within 2 to 3 hours, but in some cases may last 2 to 3 days.
Dryness may occur after the procedure. Please avoid exfoliation or scrubbing, and keep the skin well moisturized.
As melanin breaks down after treatment, temporary heat-related skin irritation or itchy breakouts may appear. This is a normal response and usually not a cause for concern. If the itching becomes severe, please contact the clinic or visit us.
Please apply sunscreen carefully whenever you go outside.
★Please avoid alcohol, smoking, saunas, steam rooms, and strenuous exercise for about 7 days.
For laser treatments, avoid additional procedures for at least 3 days. For petit procedures, avoid them for at least 7 to 14 days.
When going outside, be sure to apply sunscreen, and do not massage or irritate the treated area.
★If you are on a treatment package, please keep your home care routine focused only on hydration and skin recovery during the package period.
Please avoid strong active skincare products such as exfoliants, peeling pads, retinol, Stieva-A, needle shot products, and intensive brightening products.
Please also avoid irritating beauty devices, facial massage treatments, or similar stimulating care, as overlapping irritation may damage the skin. Be sure to avoid them or consult the clinic first.
★When going outside, always wear sunscreen and do not massage or irritate the treated area.