What is Co2 laser?
The CO2 laser emits an infrared beam with a 10,600 nm wavelength that is highly absorbed by the water content in skin cells.
It effectively ablates protruding lesions such as moles, milia, flat warts, and seborrheic keratoses (CO2 mole removal), and is also used to treat enlarged pores and acne scars (CO2 fractional laser).
When will you see results? Is there any downtime?
After mole removal, please keep the DuoDERM dressing on for three days. Once you remove it, the treated area may remain slightly red instead of looking like a mole. This redness is usually not very noticeable, but it may take two to three months to fully fade. During this period, please apply a skin-repair cream and sunscreen regularly.
After fractional laser treatment, you may experience facial redness, dryness, and peeling for about one to two weeks, and occasionally for up to three weeks. If you have an important event coming up, such as a wedding, please make sure to consider the recovery period before scheduling your treatment. Applying a skin-repair cream and sunscreen regularly is also essential.
Dermia’s Laser Omakase is designed to address multiple concerns at the same time, including enlarged pores, acne scars, pigmentation, and facial redness.
Each session combines three different laser treatments, and the program consists of a total of 10 sessions.
At the doctor’s discretion, the treatment may also include additional procedures such as laser hair removal, regenerative injections, melasma injections, or anti-inflammatory injections, depending on the patient’s skin condition.
What is difference between pigementation lasers?
| Comparison Item | Excel V | PicoPlus | Clarity II | CO₂ Laser |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wavelength & Laser Type | 532nm (and 1064nm) Long-pulsed laser |
1064nm (and 532nm) Picosecond laser |
755nm / 1064nm Dual long-pulsed laser |
10,600nm Infrared gas laser (High water absorption) |
| Primary Clinical Indications | Facial redness, vascular lesions, visible blood vessels, and dark superficial pigmentation (sunspots/freckles). | Melasma, Nevus of Ota, tattoo removal, enlarged pores, and acne scars. | Laser hair removal, Genesis toning (texture/fine lines), and acne calming. | Ablation: Moles, flat warts, milia, and seborrheic keratoses. Fractional: Enlarged pores and acne scars. |
| Downtime & Post-Treatment Course | 5 to 10 days Temporary swelling (mosquito-bite-like), darkening of pigment, and micro-crust formation. |
None to Minimal • Toning: Virtually no downtime. • Fractional: Mild redness for 3 to 5 days. |
Virtually None Rare instances of mild folliculitis or transient skin irritation resolving within 1 week. |
• Mole Removal: DuoDERM for 3 days; subtle redness for 2 to 3 months. • Fractional: Redness, dryness, and peeling for 1 to 3 weeks. |
| Clinical Target Depth & Precision | Target-specific superficial to mid-dermis (vascular and epidermal/dermal pigments). | High-precision acoustic shattering of deep/superficial pigments and targeted dermal remodeling. | Adjustable energy and spot sizes for precise follicular targeting and micro-vascular Genesis toning. | Pinpoint epidermal/dermal ablation based on high water absorption or fractional micro-beams. |
What is difference between pores & acne scar lasers?
| Comparison Item | Pico Fractional (PicoPlus) | CO₂ Fractional Laser | Potenza (Microneedling RF) | Subcision |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanism & Technology | 1064nm Picosecond Laser Delivers ultra-short acoustic pulses to remodel the dermis without damaging the surface. |
10,600nm Infrared Laser Highly absorbed by water in skin cells to ablate tissue and stimulate thermal remodeling. |
Microneedle RF Uses ultra-fine microneedles to deliver radiofrequency energy directly into the deeper skin layers. |
Manual Surgical Release A specialized needle is inserted to physically break apart collagen fibers anchoring the scar. |
| Primary Clinical Indications | Enlarged pores and acne scars. | Enlarged pores and acne scars (excellent for deeper resurfacing). | Enlarged pores, acne scars, and melasma. | rolling acne scars, indian band |
| Downtime & Recovery | 3 to 5 days Facial redness. Generally well tolerated with minimal discomfort. |
1 to 2 weeks Facial redness, dryness, and peeling. Requires regular skin-repair cream and sunscreen. |
3 to 5 days Facial redness. Generally well tolerated with minimal discomfort. |
3 to 4 weeks Significant bruising, redness, dryness, and peeling. Recommended for carefully selected cases. |
| Synergy & Expected Results | Part of Dermia’s Laser Omakase for comprehensive pore and texture improvement. Peak results in 4–8 weeks. |
Often combined in multi-laser programs for aggressive scar remodeling. Peak results in 4–8 weeks. |
Pumping Tip: Enhances delivery of skin boosters (Juvelook, Rejuran). Peak results in 4–8 weeks. |
Enhanced with Injectables: Synergizes well with Sculptra or Juvelook. Peak results in 4–8 weeks. |
Why you should visit korea for Co2 laser?
Korea is known for its advanced aesthetic technology and highly skilled use of state-of-the-art treatment devices. In particular, areas such as Myeongdong, Gangnam, and Hongdae are home to many experienced and highly qualified doctors.
What you can expect in Korea:
- All procedures performed by experienced doctors
- Genuine machine using authentic devices and transducers
- Clear and transparent pricing
Why Dermia clinic?
With 100% private treatment rooms, Dermia clinic is located within a 5-minute walk of Myeongdong, Euljiro 1(il)-ga, City Hall, and Hoehyeon stations (right next to Lotte Department Store)
- The doctor who leads your consultation personally performs every treatment and provides responsible aftercare guidance.
- State-of-the-art equipment — a 3D AI skin diagnostic device, Dermascope, and ultrasound imaging — enables more accurate skin diagnosis.
- An interpreter is always on standby, and the director personally consults in English, so international patients can feel at ease.
- All treatment prices are transparently listed on our website, with the same pricing for Korean and international patients alike.
- After each treatment, you receive a certificate confirming the products and procedures used.
Difference or Dermia Co2 laser : Customized Pigmentation & pores Care
- 3D AI & Dermascope Diagnosis: Clear treatment plans & timelines for every pigment type.
- Optimized Laser Selection: The exact device you need (Pico, Genesis, Long-pulsed, CO₂, etc.).
- Pinpoint Accuracy: Targeted laser delivery customized to your pigment depth and skin tone.
Conclusion
Co2 laser is one of the most effective lasers for moles and enlarged pores available today.
When choosing a clinic, make sure that interpretation is readily available, pricing is clear and transparent, and an experienced doctor personally conducts your consultation and performs every step of the treatment.
Dermia Clinic myeongdong — a world-class, English-speaking skin clinic in Seoul, Korea.
Dr. Scene, the medical director of Dermia Clinic with over 10 years of clinical practice, is a highly experienced physician who has performed more than hundreds of thousands of Co2 laser shots.