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Sun Spots Treatment in Busan Seomyeon
Quick answer: Sun spots (solar lentigines, also called age or liver spots) are flat, well-defined brown spots caused by years of cumulative UV exposure, usually on the face, hands and forearms of adults. At Daybeau Clinic Seomyeon they are typically treated with spot-targeted pico or Q-switched laser after a physician confirms they are benign; spot treatment is priced after consultation, and the listed first-visit Pico Light Black Toning session is ₩29,000 (VAT excluded).
₩29,000 Pico toning session · first visit · VAT excl.
☁ Crusts for 7–10 days
♡ Many respond in 1–2 sessions
✦ Spot-mode pico laser
✦ Face, hands & forearms
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Condition | Solar lentigines — sun-damage spots, usually after age 30 |
| Technology | Spot-mode pico or Q-switched laser; other options at consultation |
| Comfort | Quick snapping; numbing cream optional |
| Downtime | Thin dark crusts for about 7–10 days |
| Sessions | Many respond in 1–2 sessions; thicker spots may need more |
| Results | Treated spots lighten; new spots can form with further sun |
| Price | Spot treatment after consultation; toning ₩29,000 (VAT excl.) |
What sun spots are
Solar lentigines develop where skin has had the most sun over the years. UV exposure causes melanocytes to multiply and deposit pigment locally, producing spots with sharper edges than freckles . They do not fade in winter and tend to increase with age. They are a visible sign of photodamage, often alongside fine lines and rough texture.
Rule out other lesions first
Sun damage is also the main risk factor for skin cancers, some of which can look like a brown spot. Every lesion is examined before treatment. Spots that are changing, multi-coloured, irregular, raised, crusting or bleeding are assessed medically first, and only benign lentigines are treated cosmetically.
How sun spots are treated
Because lentigines are relatively superficial and well defined, they usually respond well to targeted laser. A pico laser or Q-switched laser pulse is applied to each spot; it darkens, crusts and sheds over about a week. Raised, rough spots may be seborrhoeic keratoses instead and are planned differently. For background pigment around the spots, gentle pico toning may be added later.
Sun spots vs. melasma
Sun spots are discrete and sharply bordered; melasma forms blurred, symmetrical patches and can worsen with strong laser. When both are present, the physician treats melasma conservatively first. See also dark spots treatment .
Aftercare and prevention
Let crusts shed naturally, moisturise and apply SPF 50 broad-spectrum sunscreen daily, including on the hands. Hats, shade and reapplication outdoors reduce new spots. Explore more on the pigmentation hub .
✦ FACE & HANDS
Wherever the sun lingered
Face, hands and forearms, all checked by a physician first.
Sun Spots Treatment FAQ
What causes sun spots?
Sun spots (solar lentigines) are caused by cumulative UV exposure over many years, which makes pigment cells multiply and deposit melanin in one area. They commonly appear on the face, hands, forearms and shoulders from middle age onward.
Are sun spots dangerous?
Solar lentigines themselves are benign, but they show significant sun damage, and some skin cancers can resemble a brown spot. Any spot that is changing, irregular, multi-coloured or bleeding should be examined medically before any cosmetic treatment.
How many laser sessions do sun spots need?
Many flat sun spots lighten considerably after 1–2 targeted laser sessions spaced about a month apart. Darker, larger or thicker spots may need additional sessions, and results vary by skin type and spot depth.
How much is sun spot laser treatment at Daybeau Seomyeon?
Spot-targeted laser for sun spots is priced after consultation, based on the number and size of spots. The listed first-visit Pico Light Black Toning session, used for overall tone, is ₩29,000 excluding VAT.