Dual Toning: What Makes It Different?

Features of Kkeuthan Clinic's Dual Toning

Combining laser toning and Genesis treatments does not guarantee the same results for everyone.

Our Dual Toning meticulously analyzes each patient's individual skin condition to plan a customized treatment.

This aims for more delicate and efficient treatment results.

Rather than simply focusing on the number of treatments or equipment names,

we comprehensively evaluate various complex factors such as pigment depth and distribution, skin sensitivity, decreased elasticity, redness, and enlarged pores,

and establish a personalized treatment plan based on a total of five detailed treatment criteria.

① Pigmentation Type – If melasma, blemishes, and epidermal hyperpigmentation are the main concerns

This type is characterized by a significant distribution of melanin pigment in the epidermis.

Intensive improvement, primarily centered around laser toning, may be necessary.

The focus is on achieving an even and clear skin tone.

② Complex Type – Skin with melasma accompanied by redness

This is a case where dermal pigmentation issues and vascular redness appear in combination.

In this case, it may be more effective to use a low-power laser over a wide area to gradually induce skin reactions, rather than strong stimulation.

This can be particularly suitable for individuals with sensitive skin or those who have not experienced significant changes from previous treatments.

③ Redness Type – Skin with noticeable redness around the cheeks or nose

This type is primarily characterized by finely dilated blood vessels, a sensation of heat, and sensitive redness.

Through Genesis treatment, high-output energy is repeatedly delivered to

aim to stabilize blood vessels and help restore the skin barrier.

④ Fine Wrinkle Type – If the skin is thin, dry, and has many fine wrinkles

This type can experience rough skin texture and reduced elasticity due to lack of moisture.

By utilizing Genesis to widely and repeatedly deliver energy deep into the skin,

the treatment is performed in a way that promotes collagen production in the dermis and improves skin texture.

⑤ Pore Type – Skin with concerns about acne scars or enlarged pores

There are cases where the elasticity around the pores is reduced or shallow scars are present.

The focus is on aiding skin regeneration and remodeling through treatments that provide deep thermal stimulation.

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*Dual Toning: What Should You Consider?

Our Dual Toning treatment

does not merely refer to a combined treatment using two types of lasers.

1. The depth at which pigment is distributed in the skin

2. The sensitivity and regenerative capacity of each skin type

3. Additional skin concerns such as decreased elasticity, redness, or enlarged pores

By deeply considering these various factors,

we establish a personalized plan, optimized for each individual, from laser wavelength settings to output intensity, handpiece type, and number of shots.

A treatment plan precisely designed to match each individual's skin characteristics

is what differentiates our Dual Toning.

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Candidates for Treatment

• 01. Those who feel that toning alone is not enough and are looking for overall improvement in pores and skin texture may consider this.
• 02. This may be suitable for those who expect an efficient approach to skin improvement with a small number of treatment sessions.
• 03. This may be suggested for those who have skin concerns due to deep and dark melasma and hyperpigmentation.

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Treatment Process

• STEP 01. Cleansing
• STEP 02. A treatment plan is established and proceeded with through a precise consultation based on individual skin conditions.

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Precautions After Treatment

• ㆍCleansing and makeup are possible from the day of the procedure. However, we recommend paying special attention to sun protection.
• ㆍIt is important to focus more on soothing and moisturizing care for skin that may be temporarily irritated after the procedure.
• ㆍTemporary swelling or redness may occur after the procedure. Most symptoms naturally subside over time, but if they persist for several days, please contact the clinic.

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What is Melasma, Not Just a Blemish?

Melasma is more than just a phenomenon where melanin pigment is excessively produced and stains the skin.

It is characterized by the excessive activation of pigment cells called melanocytes, which are located in the deeper layers of the skin.

Melanin produced by activated melanocytes can spread over a wide area and sometimes show repetitive patterns.

Consequently, it can be described as a complex pigmentary disorder that affects the dermal layer and remains on the skin long-term.

In particular, external stimuli such as UV exposure and hormonal changes are major causes that further activate melanocytes.

Additionally, subtle inflammatory responses and vascular factors within the skin can also interact complexly.

Unlike simple moles, melasma is typically characterized by ill-defined borders and pigment spreading over a wide area.

Although the number of melanocytes may be observed within the normal range in tissue biopsy results,

a clear increase in the size of these cells and the dendritic structures (dendrites) can be observed.

This results in melanin being transferred more widely and efficiently to surrounding skin cells.

Some patients may also show patterns of subtle capillary dilation or flushing reactions accompanying melasma lesions.

In such cases, it may be separately classified and described as 'vascular melasma'.

Melasma is less a disease in itself than a phenomenon where the skin reacts sensitively to external stimuli and

appears due to various stimuli in a structurally unstable state.

Therefore, it is important to manage it in a way that goes beyond simply removing pigment, by improving both its causes and the skin structure.

While dual toning may be necessary for general pigmentary disorders, it can be considered even more important than simple toning, especially in the case of melasma.