WHAT IS LASER
Remove only what needs removing, and keep the skin
Laser treatment is a procedure that targets only what you want gone, such as pigment, moles, milia, skin tags and tattoos, and works in stages the skin can tolerate.
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PIGMENT
Pigment removal
Pigment settled in the dermis, treated with low-power toning spread across sessions
| Procedure time | Anesthesia | Daily life | Hospital stay · sutures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Approx. 15 min | None | Immediately | None |
TONING
Pigment settled in the dermis, cleared step by step with toning
Deep pigment with indistinct borders, such as melasma, is not removed in one go. We work at a low power the skin can tolerate, spread across sessions.
Low power is delivered to the dermal layer to act selectively on melanin. Sessions are spread according to depth and response.
- Delivery by pigment state
- Lighter recovery
- Selective energy delivery
- Tone and texture together
RECOMMENDED
If this is your concern, pigment lasers come first
- Melasma, blemishes, freckles and pigmentation
- Acne marks and redness
- Facial flushing or dark circles
- Lost firmness and more fine lines
AFTERCARE
Before and after treatment
- BeforeMedical history
Light sensitivity, herpes history or active melasma: tell us in advance.
- TreatmentLow power · sessions
We start at low power and spread the sessions.
- AfterAftercare
When you go out, apply sunscreen of SPF 30 to 50 or higher carefully, and use moisturiser generously so the skin does not dry out after treatment.
Recovery speed varies from person to person.
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MOLE
Mole removal
A CO2 laser removes deeply seated moles while limiting damage to surrounding tissue
| Procedure time | Anesthesia | Daily life | Hospital stay · sutures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Within approx. 10 min | Topical anesthetic ointment | Immediately | None |
WHAT IS MOLE REMOVAL
Narrow passes, repeated, leaving the surrounding tissue
Mole removal is a procedure that delivers a CO2 laser narrowly in several passes to remove the mole while limiting damage around it. Within about 10 minutes, topical anesthetic ointment.
Because it reacts with water-rich tissue, the same device handles age spots, warts and corns, skin tags, tattoos and scars.
PROCESS
Narrow passes, repeated: how a mole comes off
Size, depth and position are checked first, then we proceed while reducing heat to surrounding tissue.
01Pre-treatment check
Size, depth and position are checked and a topical anesthetic ointment applied.
02Narrow, repeated passes
The CO2 laser is delivered narrowly, several times, to limit heat damage.
03Right after treatment
A shallow wound remains; we provide regenerative ointment and aftercare guidance.
04Recovery · follow-up
New skin comes up; for deep moles we decide whether more treatment is needed.
RECOMMENDED
If this is your concern, mole removal comes first
- A mole so large it is a source of stress
- A tattooed beauty spot to remove again
- A quick session and a quick recovery
AFTERCARE
Before and after treatment
- BeforeCleansing · anesthetic cream
The area is cleansed and anesthetic cream applied before we begin.
- Right afterRegenerative tape
To protect the area and help the skin regenerate, regenerative tape (a moist wound dressing) may be applied.
- RecoveryAftercare
So the skin settles and recovers well after mole removal, consistent aftercare as guided by the medical team matters.
Recovery speed and the degree of any pigmentation vary from person to person.
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MILIA · SKIN TAG
Milia / skin tag removal
Small as they look, treated precisely to the state of the skin
| Procedure time | Anesthesia | Method | Daily life |
|---|---|---|---|
| Approx. 10–30 min | Topical anesthetic ointment or local anesthesia | Laser · excision | Possible for most |
Approx. 10–30 min by number and extent of lesions; topical anesthetic ointment or local anesthesia by method; laser or excision by type and condition; most return to daily life afterwards.
HOW WE REMOVE
How milia and skin tags are removed
- 01
Milia
Small white bumps around the eyes and cheeks. A small channel is made in the surface and the keratin inside removed.
- 02
Skin tags
Small flaps of loose skin on the neck, underarms and eyelids. Removed by laser or simple excision depending on size and thickness.
DIVA POINT
The smaller the lesion, the more the order of looking matters
- 01
Identifying the lesion
Milia, a skin tag or another condition: we confirm first.
- 02
Matched to size and position
Thin skin around the eyes and clusters on the neck call for different methods.
- 03
Delicately, only where needed
Size and depth are weighed so healthy skin is not irritated.
RECOMMENDED
If this is your concern, milia · skin tag removal comes first
- Small bumps that stay around the eyes or cheeks
- Several small protrusions on the neck or underarms
- A bumpy skin surface under makeup
- Skin tags catching on clothing or accessories
- Repeated irritation from removing them at home
AFTERCARE
What to expect after treatment
- Treatment dayLesion check · anesthesia
Milia or skin tag is confirmed, then topical ointment or local anesthesia by method.
- TreatmentLaser · excision
Approx. 10–30 minutes by number and extent, laser or excision by type and condition.
- AfterDaily activities
Most people can return to daily life after the treatment.
The removal method can differ with the size and position of the lesion and the condition of the skin.
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TATTOO
Tattoo removal
Pigment lodged in the deep layer of the skin (dermis), treated with the Nd:YAG laser (K7)
| Procedure time | Anesthesia | Daily life | Hospital stay · sutures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Approx. 10 min | Topical anesthetic ointment | Immediately | None |
HOW IT WORKS
Erase the trace, keep the skin
A tattoo done on impulse, a traumatic tattoo from pencil lead or an accident, cosmetic brow or lip tattooing: causes and purposes vary.
What a tattoo is
Pigment that entered the dermis and stayed. The sessions needed depend on its depth, color and extent.
Nd:YAG laser (K7)
A laser surgical device with an Nd:YAG medium; the handpiece delivers the laser to pigment deep in the skin.
RECOMMENDED
If this is your concern, tattoo removal comes first
- A tattoo you often regret
- A traumatic mark from an accident
- A short treatment and quick recovery
AFTERCARE
Before and after treatment
- BeforeSession plan
Color, depth and extent decide the sessions and intervals needed.
- TreatmentStarting low
We start at low power and add sessions.
- During recoverySweat · heat · alcohol
Skip hard exercise, saunas and alcohol, and scrubs or peels until flaking ends.
Sessions and recovery time differ with the depth of the pigment and from person to person.
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FRAXEL
Fraxel
A laser that resurfaces in fine fractions while leaving healthy skin in place, for scars, pores and skin renewal
| Procedure time | Anesthesia | Daily life | Hospital stay · sutures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Around 30 min | Topical anesthetic ointment | Immediately | None |
Planned as about 3–4 sessions at 3–4 week intervals; more sessions may be needed depending on the skin.
WHAT IS FRAXEL
Healthy tissue preserved, fine, fractional resurfacing
The Fraxel laser resurfaces the skin in fine fractions while preserving the healthy tissue around them, and is used for acne scars, pores, surgical scars and skin renewal.
Rather than one strong pass, it is spread over about 3–4 sessions at 3–4 week intervals, starting at low power and building up session by session.
DIVA POINT
Not one strong pass, but several, spread out
- 01
Cleansing · anesthetic cream
The area is cleansed of any residue and anesthetic cream applied before we begin.
- 02
Starting at low power
To limit side effects we start at low power and add sessions.
- 03
Cooling · regeneration · hydration
Thorough cooling, then regenerative and hydrating care to finish.
RECOMMENDED
If this is your concern, Fraxel comes first
- Acne scars and enlarged pores
- Scars left after surgery or injury
- Rough texture and skin that is slow to renew
AFTERCARE
Before and after treatment
- BeforeCleansing · anesthetic cream
The area is cleansed and anesthetic cream applied before we begin. Please tell us in advance about a history of herpes, light sensitivity or active melasma.
- Right afterCooling · scabs
Swelling lasts about 1–3 days and redness 3–5 days; small scabs fall off on their own around days 5–7. Do not pick the scabs.
- During recoveryHydration · sun protection
Apply moisturizer often and use SPF 30 or higher sunscreen when outdoors. For about 2 weeks avoid exercise that makes you sweat, saunas and alcohol, as well as alcohol-based cosmetics, scrubs and peels.
Skin condition and recovery speed vary from person to person.
OUR PRINCIPLE
We do not choose the device first, we look at how deep the lesion sits.
Pigment, moles and milia form in different layers. Checking the depth and dividing sessions the skin can take is what avoids a mark.
LASER
At a glance
The treatment information for the five laser treatments in one table. Select a treatment name to jump to its section.
| Pigment removal | Mole removal | Milia / skin tag removal | Tattoo removal | Fraxel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Procedure time | Approx. 15 min | Within approx. 10 min | Approx. 10–30 min | Approx. 10 min | Around 30 min |
| Anesthesia | None | Topical anesthetic ointment | Topical anesthetic ointment or local anesthesia | Topical anesthetic ointment | Topical anesthetic ointment |
| Daily life | Immediately | Immediately | Possible for most | Immediately | Immediately |
| Hospital stay · sutures | None | None | At consultation | None | None |
| Method | At consultation | At consultation | Laser · excision | At consultation | At consultation |
| Notes | — | — | Approx. 10–30 min by number and extent of lesions; topical anesthetic ointment or local anesthesia by method; laser or excision by type and condition; most return to daily life afterwards. | — | Planned as about 3–4 sessions at 3–4 week intervals; more sessions may be needed depending on the skin. |
Notes
- Milia / skin tag removal
- Approx. 10–30 min by number and extent of lesions; topical anesthetic ointment or local anesthesia by method; laser or excision by type and condition; most return to daily life afterwards.
- Fraxel
- Planned as about 3–4 sessions at 3–4 week intervals; more sessions may be needed depending on the skin.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
QDoes mole removal leave a scar?
Narrow, repeated passes limit damage around the mole, but a mark may remain depending on its depth and location and your skin's response. Recovery time and aftercare are explained before treatment.
QHow many sessions does a tattoo take to remove?
It depends on the pigment's color, depth and extent and on the individual. We look at your condition at consultation and advise the sessions and intervals needed.
QWhich pigment is toning suited to?
Toning uses a laser that reaches the dermis for deep pigment with indistinct borders such as melasma. We start at low power and set the sessions and intervals by the skin's response.
DIVA Plastic Surgery is located at 7F, 584 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Sinsa Station Exit 3 · Nonhyeon Station Exit 9). Laser consultations are conducted personally by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Kim Jong Myeong, by appointment only.
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