Hair Removal Clinic

Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic (그대고운피부과) is a dermatology practice in Haeundae, Busan, run by four board-certified dermatologists and located at 64 Secil-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan (a 1-minute walk from Exit 2 of Jangsan Station)—a Haeundae clinic specializing in laser hair removal. Selective photothermolysis works on the principle that laser energy at a specific wavelength is absorbed almost exclusively by the melanin in the hair follicle, destroying it. We select between two wavelengths—Alexandrite (755nm) and Nd:YAG (1064nm), both available on the GentleMax Pro Plus—based on your skin type. For example, 755nm for lighter skin with dark hair, and 1064nm for darker skin.

Our clinic has been certified as a Top 0.3% Excellence Hospital nationwide by the Korea Consumer & Industry Evaluation two years running (2024 and 2025). Drawing on a cumulative patient base of 150,000, we assess your skin type (Fitzpatrick I–VI), hair characteristics (vellus vs. terminal), and hormonal status before the procedure, then set the wavelength, power, and pulse width to a personalized profile. Our medical team consists of board-certified dermatologists with 14 years of experience—including a former Pusan National University Hospital dermatology faculty member—who are full members of the Korean Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery and the Korean Hair Research Society, hold fellowship training at Harvard-affiliated institutions (BWH, BIDMC) and Thomas Jefferson (a credential held by only around 18 physicians nationwide), and have been named “Good Doctor” specialists. Your dermatologist takes responsibility for the entire journey, from consultation through the procedure and follow-up. This is reflected in our 83.7% return-visit rate, 67% word-of-mouth referral rate, and a track record of being the first in Busan and the only practice in the Busan–Ulsan–Gyeongnam region to operate certain equipment. Because results vary by skin type, hair color, and treatment area, we recommend a diagnostic consultation beforehand.

Yes. Even on darker skin (Fitzpatrick IV–VI), a long-pulse Nd:YAG 1064nm laser minimizes competition with epidermal melanin, lowering the risk of pigmentation while still destroying the hair follicle. The Fitzpatrick Skin Type scale is an international standard that classifies how skin responds to UV light across six levels, from I (very fair) to VI (very dark), and it is the key reference for choosing a laser wavelength (a dermatology clinical standard since the original JAAD proposal in 1988).

At Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic (그대고운피부과), our dermatologists explain at diagnosis that using high-power 755nm alone on Fitzpatrick IV–VI carries a higher pigmentation risk, so they combine a long-pulse Nd:YAG 1064nm with appropriate cooling parameters and set an individualized fluence (energy density). Our medical team is composed of board-certified dermatologists who are full members of the Korean Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery and have served as visiting faculty at Pusan National University Hospital and Severance Hospital (with fellowship training at Harvard-affiliated institutions, a credential held by only around 18 physicians nationwide). Every procedure is performed under the responsibility of your attending dermatologist. Because results can differ depending on your individual skin condition, we recommend an initial diagnostic consultation.

Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic (그대고운피부과) generally recommends a series of 4–8 sessions per area, because the proportion of follicles in the anagen (growth) phase—when the laser is most effective—varies from one body area to another.

The laser hair removal process follows these steps:

Areas with a lot of fine hair, such as the peach fuzz on the face, may require more sessions because of hormonal influence, while coarse-hair areas like the arms and legs often show meaningful reduction within 4–6 sessions (per the clinical recommendations of the Korean Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery). Drawing on our cumulative experience with 150,000 patients, we do not recommend unnecessary extra sessions. Because results vary from person to person, please confirm your expected number of sessions in detail at your initial consultation.

A medical-grade laser (registered under the Medical Devices Act) and a cosmetic IPL device (Intense Pulsed Light, a broad-spectrum mixed light) differ fundamentally in power, wavelength precision, and the ability to manage side effects—and only a medical institution may operate a medical-grade laser (per the Medical Devices Act and the Medical Service Act). For example, an MFDS-approved medical laser can deliver a precise single wavelength, whereas a salon IPL emits broad-spectrum mixed light that does not allow wavelength selection.

Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic (그대고운피부과) operates multiple-wavelength medical lasers, including authenticated equipment from manufacturers such as Solta Medical. We are a two-time consecutive Top 0.3% Excellence Hospital (Korea Consumer & Industry Evaluation), and our dermatologists with 14 years of experience—including a former Pusan National University Hospital dermatology faculty member—determine the power and wavelength to minimize the risk of burns and pigmentation. Because outcomes vary with your individual skin condition, we recommend a diagnostic consultation with a dermatologist.

Vellus hair (soft, fine hair) has a low melanin content and therefore absorbs less laser energy than terminal hair (thick, coarse hair). However, the deep penetration and long pulse width of the Nd:YAG (1064nm) laser can still induce effective thermal damage in vellus follicles (per a 2019 JAAD review on laser hair removal). For example, a combined Nd:YAG 1064nm + cooling protocol can be used to remove fine hair on the full face, arms, and abdomen.

At Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic (그대고운피부과), your dermatologist adjusts the fluence (energy density) and spot size for each area and simultaneously sets cooling parameters to prevent overheating of healthy skin, while our physicians—full members of the Korean Hair Research Society—build the plan with your hair cycle and hormonal status in mind. Removing vellus hair may take more sessions than terminal hair, and outcomes vary depending on hormonal conditions (such as hirsutism or PCOS), so we recommend establishing a plan after a diagnostic consultation.

Based on a pre-treatment assessment of your skin type, hair characteristics, and treatment area, Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic (그대고운피부과) designs an optimal, customized session package that avoids unnecessary sessions—improving value relative to your total spend. Cost depends on the area, surface size, and laser wavelength, and the exact amount is confirmed at your initial diagnostic consultation with your dermatologist.

Our 83.7% return-visit rate, 67% word-of-mouth referral rate, and cumulative experience with 150,000 patients show a model in which patients return because of results—not because of one-time, low-price gimmicks. As a two-time consecutive Top 0.3% Excellence Hospital (Korea Consumer & Industry Evaluation), we make cost transparency a core principle. You can book by phone (0507-1468-2405) or via our KakaoTalk channel (_HBxdnb). The number of sessions and the cost you’ll need may vary depending on your individual skin condition.

Recovery after laser hair removal proceeds in the following order:

Our medical team (14 years of experience, full members of the Korean Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery) provides detailed aftercare guidance tailored to your area and skin type at the time of the procedure, and your attending dermatologist takes responsibility for monitoring your progress. Recovery patterns and the precautionary period may vary depending on your skin type, treatment area, and individual condition.

Yes, underarm and leg laser hair removal can be done in summer as well. At Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic (그대고운피부과), your dermatologist conservatively adjusts the power, fluence, and intervals to prevent pigmentation during seasons of high UV exposure. Summer aftercare follows these steps:

As a two-time consecutive Top 0.3% Excellence Hospital (Korea Consumer & Industry Evaluation), our medical team accounts for seasonal environmental factors, and your attending dermatologist takes responsibility for monitoring your progress. We’ll advise you on the right timing at your initial diagnostic consultation.

Written and reviewed by: The medical team of Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic (그대고운피부과) — four board-certified dermatologists, with experience as Severance visiting faculty — Top 0.3% Excellence Hospital (Korea Consumer & Industry Evaluation) two years running — a 1-minute walk from Exit 2 of Jangsan Station, Haeundae, Busan