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Is it melasma or another pigment problem?
Not every brown patch is melasma. Diagnosis or pattern recognition should come before selecting a platform or package.
Melasma & pigmentation · Asian skin planning
Melasma treatment for Asian skin
at Newline Clinic Busan.
Melasma is not one uniform condition, and “Asian skin” is not one uniform treatment category. Pigment pattern, prior post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, sun exposure, inflammation, previous procedures and treatment intensity all matter. This Newline page removes the legacy fixed multi-modality protocol and focuses on currently confirmed treatment options and safer decision-making.
Laser Toning confirmed
Fraxel · CO2 · Trinity confirmed
Potenza · MTS confirmed
Concern-first planning
Current Newline options
What is actually confirmed.
Laser Toning
₩100,000 / session
Fraxel
Confirmed
CO2
₩10,000 / spot
CO2 Full Face
₩300,000
MTS
₩100,000
Potenza N Tip
₩200,000
If you only read one paragraph
Treat the pigment pattern — not the passport, ethnicity or laser brand.
Melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, freckles, sun spots and mixed pigmentation can overlap visually. Newline currently confirms Laser Toning, Fraxel, CO2, Trinity, Potenza and MTS. A useful consultation should identify the dominant pigmentation pattern, past response to laser, tendency to darken after inflammation, current skincare, sun exposure and whether texture or acne scars are also part of the problem.
Eight planning questions
How to build a safer pigmentation plan.
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What happened after previous lasers?
Tell Newline if you developed darkening, prolonged redness or post-inflammatory pigmentation after prior treatment.
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What is your current sun exposure?
Beach trips, outdoor sports and strong UV exposure can change treatment timing and aftercare planning.
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Which Newline option is actually confirmed?
Laser Toning, Fraxel, CO2, Trinity, Potenza and MTS are confirmed categories. PicoPlus and Exosome are not presented as verified current Newline services.
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Is texture also a concern?
If pores, acne scars or rough texture are equally important, Potenza, MTS or Fraxel may enter the discussion for a separate reason.
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How much visible recovery can you accept?
Different pigmentation procedures can create different levels of redness, darkening, dryness or surface change.
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Is a series really necessary?
This page does not prescribe a universal five-to-eight-session or four-to-six-month protocol. Frequency should follow response and treatment type.
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What is the final KRW price?
Confirm the exact treatment, area, whether the price is promotional and the final VAT-inclusive total.
Confirmed Newline categories
Which treatments may enter the conversation.
Laser Toning
Confirmed at ₩100,000 for one session. The exact platform should be reconfirmed; generic Laser Toning should not be assumed to mean PicoPlus.
Fraxel
Confirmed laser category. Current source material contains several price points with unclear sublabels, so exact option and price should be checked before treatment.
CO2 Laser
Confirmed at ₩10,000 per spot and ₩300,000 full face. CO2 is not a general melasma substitute and should be matched to the exact concern.
Trinity
Confirmed with 3000, 4000 and 6000 tiers. Ask what the treatment is intended to address in your individual plan.
Potenza
Confirmed RF microneedling category. It may be relevant when pores or texture coexist, but it should not automatically be added to melasma treatment.
MTS
Confirmed at ₩100,000. MTS may be considered for texture or broader skin-quality concerns rather than as a default pigmentation procedure.
Asian skin: what actually matters
Avoid treating ethnicity as a fixed protocol.
PIH history matters
A history of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation can be more useful for treatment planning than a broad ethnic label.
Inflammation matters
Active irritation, acne or barrier disruption may influence pigmentation risk and timing.
Sun exposure matters
UV and heat exposure can affect recurrence and post-treatment pigmentation risk. Outdoor schedule should be part of planning.
Previous treatment response matters
Bring details of prior lasers, peels, microneedling and pigmentation products so the next plan is not built from scratch.
Decision framework
When to broaden — or simplify — the treatment plan.
Start with pigmentation planning when
- Brown patches are the main concern
- You have recurrent or sun-sensitive pigmentation
- You want to compare confirmed laser options
- You can follow post-treatment sun protection
- You have prior treatment history to review
Broaden the consultation when
- Acne scars or texture are equally important
- You have frequent PIH after procedures
- You have multiple previous laser failures
- You are combining several procedures on one trip
- You are unsure whether the diagnosis is actually melasma
Do not rely on these assumptions
- Asian skin requires one standard six-step protocol
- PicoPlus is currently confirmed at Newline
- Oral tranexamic acid is automatically part of treatment
- Exosome is required to prevent PIH
- A fixed percentage improvement can be promised
Recovery & maintenance
What to manage after pigmentation treatment.
Sun protection
Sun protection is important after many pigmentation procedures. Ask for treatment-specific instructions rather than relying on one universal schedule.
Temporary darkening
Some procedures can cause transient darkening or PIH. Ask what is expected and what symptoms should prompt review.
Active skincare
Retinoids, acids, exfoliants or pigment-active products may need adjustment around treatment. Follow the exact aftercare plan provided.
Travel
Beach holidays, hiking, skiing and outdoor itineraries can influence treatment timing. Share your travel plan before scheduling.
Maintenance
This page does not prescribe lifelong quarterly laser sessions. Maintenance should depend on recurrence, triggers and treatment response.
Urgent symptoms
Severe pain, blistering, rapidly worsening swelling, signs of infection or other concerning symptoms require prompt medical assessment.
Legacy page cleanup
What was removed or corrected.
No fixed 4–6 modality protocol
The prior six-part protocol is not presented as Newline's standard treatment pathway.
No oral TXA dose schedule
The fixed oral medication dose-and-duration protocol was removed because it is not part of confirmed Newline service information.
No compounded topical prescription
The previous hydroquinone/TXA/vitamin C compound and partner-pharmacy claims were removed.
No Exosome requirement
Exosome therapy is not included in the confirmed current Newline service data used here.
No Fitzpatrick-specific outcome percentages
Fixed fixed percentage improvement estimates and ethnicity-based treatment schedules were removed.
No fixed protocol cost or 24-hour prediction
The USD package range and guaranteed rapid personalized prognosis were removed.
Chief Director
Son Hee-dong, MD, PhD
board-certified plastic surgeon.
Pigmentation treatment should begin with the pattern, previous response and risk of inflammation — not with a fixed ethnicity-based package.
- Chief Director, Newline Clinic
- Board-certified plastic surgeon
- Doctorate, Dong-A University Graduate School
- Clinical Professor, Plastic Surgery, Dong-A University Hospital
- Newline Clinic · Seomyeon, Busan
Frequently asked
FAQ · Melasma & Asian skin
Does Newline currently confirm PicoPlus?
PicoPlus is not included in the confirmed current Newline treatment and price information used for this page, so it is not presented as a verified current Newline device.
What pigmentation treatments are confirmed at Newline?
Laser Toning, Fraxel, CO2, Trinity, Potenza and MTS are confirmed categories in Newline's current treatment information.
What is the current Laser Toning price?
Laser Toning is listed at ₩100,000 for one session. A multi-session figure in the source image appears visually inconsistent, so it should be reconfirmed before publication or treatment.
Can melasma be permanently cured?
This page does not promise permanent clearance. Melasma can recur, and long-term sun protection and individualized maintenance may be important.
Is Asian skin automatically harder to treat?
Skin tone alone should not determine treatment. Pigmentation pattern, inflammation, prior PIH, sun exposure, treatment history and device settings all matter.
Is there one standard protocol for Fitzpatrick III–V?
No. This page does not assign fixed session counts, energy levels or outcome percentages by Fitzpatrick type.
Does Newline prescribe oral tranexamic acid for melasma?
A fixed oral tranexamic-acid protocol is not part of the confirmed Newline service information used for this page.
Does Newline provide compounded hydroquinone/TXA creams?
A specific compounded topical formula is not confirmed in the current Newline source information used here.
Does Newline offer Exosome therapy for melasma?
Exosome therapy is not included in the confirmed current Newline service information used for this page.
How many sessions will I need?
No universal five-to-eight-session series is prescribed here. Session number and interval should depend on diagnosis, treatment type and response.
Can laser make pigmentation worse?
Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation or temporary darkening can occur after some procedures. Risk depends on treatment type, settings, skin condition and sun exposure.
Can I treat melasma during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
This page does not provide a universal protocol. Tell the clinic if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and obtain treatment-specific medical guidance.
How should I manage sun exposure?
Sun protection is important after many pigmentation procedures. Ask for treatment-specific guidance on sunscreen, direct sun, heat and skincare.
Can Potenza or MTS be combined with pigmentation treatment?
Possibly, especially when texture or pores are also concerns, but they should not automatically be added to a melasma plan.
Who are the doctors at Newline Clinic?
Newline Clinic is led by Chief Director Son Hee-dong, MD, PhD, and Director Seong Jae-min, MD. Both are board-certified plastic surgeons.
How do I contact Newline?
WhatsApp +82-10-6757-4281 or email newline@naver.com.
Concerned about melasma?
Send the pigment pattern first.
Then confirm the treatment.
Tell Newline how long the pigmentation has been present, previous laser history, tendency to darken after inflammation, current skincare, sun exposure and travel timing.
Melasma and pigmentation diagnosis, treatment suitability, settings, recovery and results vary. This page provides general information and does not replace treatment-specific medical advice. Confirm the exact treatment, VAT and current pricing directly with Newline before treatment.
