Pico Laser Korea Before and After: What Toning and Spot Treatment Look Like Week by Week
Dr. Hyunji Kim
2026-11-10 min read
Medically reviewed by Dr. Hyunji Kim · Last reviewed
Delphic Clinic, Gangnam (Sinnonhyeon) · English interpreter on site
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I'm Dr. Hyunji Kim, Director and Lead Physician at Delphic Clinic in Gangnam. I trained at Korea University Medical Center and I'm a member of the Korean Society for Laser Dermatology & Hair. PicoSure is one of the lasers I use most for pigment.
Pico laser Korea before and after photos are a common reason visitors book, but the photos rarely say which treatment was done. Toning and spot treatment look completely different in the days after. This guide shows what each looks like week by week, so you know what you're comparing.
Toning or spot removal? Two very different afters
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- Day 0–1: toning, mild pinkness; spots, darker and slightly raised.
- Days 3–7: spot crusts flake off; don't pick them.
- Weeks 2–4: the treated area looks lighter; toning brightness builds.
- After several sessions: the even tone you see in honest photos.
The best pico 'after' photo is the boring one: same light, same angle, a month later.— Dr. Hyunji Kim, Delphic Clinic
PicoSure prices: one session or a five-session course
| PicoSure Toning (Face) + Mask, 1 Session | ₩50,000$40 |
| PicoSure Toning + Mask, 5 Sessions (Face) | ₩250,000$180 |
| PicoSure (Zoom Pass), 1 Session (Face) | ₩150,000$110 |
| PicoSure Body Toning, 1 Session (Armpits/Knees/Elbows/Heels/Nipples/Ankles - Choose 1 Area, Both Sides) | ₩90,000$70 |
| PicoSure Body Toning, 1 Session (Bikini Line) | ₩100,000$70 |
| PicoSure Toning + 1 Session of Mask (First-visit trial) | ₩40,000$30 |
How the price adds up over a course is explained in my PicoSure toning cost guide, and each option is on our PicoSure toning page. If you're weighing pico against Fraxel, I compare them directly too.
Four checks before you trust a pico photo
- 1Is it toning or spot treatment?
- 2Same light and angle in both photos?
- 3How long after the last session was the 'after' taken?
- 4Was the pigment melasma, freckles or sun spots?
When I would postpone pico, even if you are keen
- Freshly tanned or sunburnt skin.
- A beach trip planned in the weeks after spot treatment.
- Active acne or irritation in the area.
- An event within a week of spot treatment.
My first-timer's PicoSure guide covers the session itself and aftercare in more detail.
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4.7 · 260 Google reviewsI received ONDA lifting and Juvelook Skin treatment at Delpic Clinic. Before the procedure, Dr. K carefully examined my skin condition and explained everything in a kind and easy-to-understand way, which made me feel very comfortable and reassured. During the treatment, I could really tell that Dr. K was highly skilled, so I felt confident and at ease throughout the entire process. Overall, I was very satisfied with my experience. It’s definitely a clinic I would love to visit again.
I had a really great experience at Delphic Clinic. The staff were very friendly and made me feel comfortable from the moment I walked in. They explained everything clearly in English and didn’t try to oversell unnecessary treatments, which I really appreciated. The clinic is very clean and modern, and the whole process felt professional and well-organized. Overall, I would definitely recommend this clinic, especially if you’re a foreigner looking for a trustworthy place in Korea.
Consultation at Delphic Clinic is free, English and Chinese interpreters are on site, and we're near Sinnonhyeon Station Exit 3. Send a daylight photo without makeup and your travel dates, and I'll tell you whether toning, spot treatment or a different plan suits your skin.
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Frequently asked questions
How soon do pico laser results show?
With toning, skin often looks brighter within days, and even tone builds over several sessions. With spot treatment, the spot darkens and flakes off over about a week, then the area looks lighter.
How many pico laser sessions do I need?
Toning usually takes several sessions a few weeks apart. Individual sun spots may need one or two treatments; melasma needs a longer, gentler plan.
How much is pico laser at Delphic Clinic?
PicoSure toning with a mask is 50,000 KRW per session or 250,000 KRW for five sessions. PicoSure Zoom Pass (face) is 150,000 KRW per session.
Is there downtime after pico laser?
Toning has almost none. Spot treatment leaves small dark crusts for about a week, so plan photos around that.
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Dr. Hyunji Kim
Dr. Hyunji Kim is the director and lead physician at Delphic Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul. She trained at Korea University Medical Center and personally performs consultations and procedures for both local and international patients.
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