Photoaging & sun-damaged skin · Myeongdong, Seoul
Sun damage treatment in Myeongdong, Seoul
Repair the spots, redness, roughness and fine lines that years of UV leave behind — with laser, IPL and collagen-building care.
- Same price as locals
- English-speaking team
- Book on WhatsApp
- 中文 · 日本語
Quick answer
What is sun damage and can it be reversed?
Sun damage, or photoaging, is the build-up of UV injury in the skin. It shows as brown spots, redness and broken vessels, rough texture, fine lines and loss of firmness. Treatment can visibly reverse much of it by clearing pigment and vessels and rebuilding collagen.
In Seoul, a typical plan combines IPL photofacial or pico laser for colour with fractional resurfacing or boosters for texture. Rough, scaly patches are checked first, as some sun spots need medical treatment.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Yoon Jong-woo , Medical Director, Umi Clinic (Korean-licensed physician) · Updated October 2026. Results vary by person; the doctor explains risks, side effects and alternatives at consultation.
- Session
- 30–60 min
- Numbing
- Cream for laser
- Downtime
- 0–5 days, by treatment
- Results
- Gradual over 1–3 months
- Plan
- 3–5 sessions, 3–4 weeks apart
- Pricing
- Same price as locals
Your visit
How Sun damage works at Umi
Every visit is doctor-led and explained in English, from the first skin check to aftercare.
- Skin check
The doctor examines spots and rough patches and rules out lesions that need biopsy.
- Clear colour
IPL, pico or laser toning targets brown spots and redness.
- Rebuild texture
Fractional laser, Genesis or a booster for lines and roughness.
- Aftercare
Broad-spectrum SPF 50, antioxidants, and avoiding midday sun.
Before & after
How sun-damaged skin is repaired
Light-based treatments clear excess pigment and vessels while resurfacing stimulates new collagen, reversing many visible signs of UV.
Brown spots darken and flake away.
Redness and blotchiness fade.
Texture and fine lines improve with collagen.
Is it right for you?
Who Sun damage suits best
Good fit if you…
- You have sun spots, freckling and redness from years outdoors
- Skin feels rough and looks older than you would like
- You want to improve tone and texture together
- You will use sunscreen consistently afterwards
Consider another option if…
- You have a spot that is changing, bleeding or not healing — see a doctor
- You have a current tan or sunburn
- You take photosensitising medication without medical advice
- You are pregnant (most lasers are deferred)
Recovery & results
What to expect, step by step
- Same day
Redness and a warm feeling; spots look darker.
- First week
Spots form fine crusts and flake off; avoid sun.
- 1–3 months
Tone clears and skin feels smoother with each session.
- Maintenance
A yearly IPL or laser session and daily SPF.
FAQ
Sun damage questions
Can sun damage be reversed?
Much of the visible damage — spots, redness and texture — can be improved significantly. Prevention with sunscreen is still essential.
Is it safe to have laser while travelling?
Yes, if you can avoid strong sun for a week or two afterwards. Plan beach days before treatment, not after.
What is actinic keratosis?
A rough, scaly sun-damage spot that can become a skin cancer over time. It should be examined by a doctor and treated medically.
How soon will I see results?
Spots often fade within 1–2 weeks of IPL; texture improves more slowly over a few months.
Do foreigners pay more?
No. International patients pay the same price as local patients at Umi Clinic.
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Plan your visit
Ask about Sun damage in English
Send a photo and your travel dates on WhatsApp — the team replies with a plan and a same-as-locals price.
Umi Clinic (우미의원) · 13 Myeongdong 7-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul · Near Myeongdong Station Exit 6 · Directions & hours
