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Melasma & pigmentation in Anyang·Gwacheon: 55 dermatology clinics compared and ranked

Data as of 2026-10-28 · Updated 2026-11-08

Key facts

With pigment treatment, diagnosis is half the job, because similar-looking brown patches such as melasma and lentigines call for very different laser intensity and number of sessions. When choosing a clinic in the Anyang·Gwacheon area, see whether they first explain which types of pigment you have, and whether they check pigment depth with magnified imaging or special lighting.

Melasma treatment often involves visits at short intervals, and even after treatment ends, some people continue maintenance care each season as UV grows stronger. Checking that a clinic in the Anyang·Gwacheon area is close enough, and open at times you can drop by after work or on weekends, keeps treatment from being interrupted.

Pregnancy, oral contraceptives and thyroid disease can influence whether melasma appears or darkens. At your first consultation in the Anyang·Gwacheon area, mentioning this history along with the brightening products you use and any recent peels or laser helps set the treatment intensity.

How we compiled this

Comparison at a glance

RankClinicName typeBoard-certified dermatologistsDoctorsNearest stationLocationWebsitePhone
#1평촌고운세상피부과의원Pyeongchongounsesangpibugwa UiwonDermatology clinic (피부과의원)33—안양시 동안구 비산동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Bisan-dong)Visit031-385-2100
#2초이스피부과의원Choiseupibugwa UiwonDermatology clinic (피부과의원)23—안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)Visit031-383-7533
#3셀로디피부과의원Sellodipibugwa UiwonDermatology clinic (피부과의원)22—안양시 동안구 비산동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Bisan-dong)Visit031-465-5575
#4패러다임피부과의원Paereodaimpibugwa UiwonDermatology clinic (피부과의원)22—안양시 동안구 관양동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Gwanyang-dong)Visit0507-1417-7842
#5조은피부과의원Joeunpibugwa UiwonDermatology clinic (피부과의원)12—과천시 별양동 (Gwacheon-si Byeolyang-dong)Visit02-503-3118
#6닥터스피부과의원 과천점Dr. Seupibugwa Uiwon GwacheonjeomDermatology clinic (피부과의원)22—과천시 별양동 (Gwacheon-si Byeolyang-dong)Visit02-504-6575

The table and cards show the top 6 in the Anyang·Gwacheon ranking; the full list below is in Korean alphabetical order.

Checklist for choosing a clinic for Melasma & pigmentation

  1. Start with diagnosing the pigment type Melasma, freckles, lentigines and acquired dermal pigmentation look alike but call for different treatment plans. When you consult a clinic in the Anyang·Gwacheon area, have them explain which pigments are mixed in which areas of your face before treatment begins.
  2. Check your sun protection habits Even with laser, pigment returns quickly if you don't block the sun. You need sunscreen even on cloudy days or by a window indoors, reapplied every two to three hours. Before starting treatment in the Anyang·Gwacheon area, have your current sun protection routine reviewed.
  3. Precautions with oral and topical medication Oral medications such as tranexamic acid need caution in people with a history of blood clots or who also take oral contraceptives, and topical brightening agents can cause redness or stinging. When you get a prescription in the Anyang·Gwacheon area, tell the doctor about every medication you take and your full medical history.
  4. Laser intensity and intervals Melasma can darken or fade unevenly under strong laser stimulation, so low-intensity sessions spaced apart are common. When a clinic in the Anyang·Gwacheon area explains the treatment plan, ask about intensity, number of sessions and alternatives if it doesn't work.
  5. A plan for preventing relapse Even after treatment ends, melasma commonly darkens again in summer or during hormonal changes. When wrapping up treatment in the Anyang·Gwacheon area, decide in advance how much longer to use maintenance topical medication and in which season to come back for a check.

Warning signs to watch for

  1. One spot that turns unusually dark A single spot among widespread patches that turns unusually dark, develops blurring borders, grows or bleeds may not be simple pigmentation. Before having it lasered away, check with a doctor in the Anyang·Gwacheon area whether a biopsy is needed.
  2. Pigment that darkens after treatment If the color has deepened a few weeks after a procedure, it may be post-inflammatory pigmentation or worsening melasma. Rather than repeating the same procedure right away, have the cause checked in the Anyang·Gwacheon area and adjust the interval and method.
  3. Scattered white spots Small white spots appearing here and there after many pigment laser sessions at short intervals may be hypopigmentation, which can be slow to recover or may remain. If you notice such changes, stop the procedures and see a doctor in the Anyang·Gwacheon area first.
  4. Brightening creams with unknown ingredients Brightening creams of unclear origin that promise fast results may contain high-concentration ingredients or steroids, and long-term use can thin the skin or make blood vessels show. Bring the products you've been using to a clinic in the Anyang·Gwacheon area to have them checked.

Frequently asked questions

Can laser remove melasma completely?

It's more realistic to aim to lighten melasma and keep it that way. Because UV and hormones keep affecting it, melasma easily darkens again after treatment. With treatment in the Anyang·Gwacheon area, plan to continue sunscreen and topical medication alongside laser.

How are freckles different from melasma?

Freckles are small, sharply defined scattered dots, while melasma is often a wide patch with blurred edges. Freckles usually respond well to laser; melasma is sensitive to irritation. Many faces have both, so get each area diagnosed in the Anyang·Gwacheon area.

When can I go out in the sun after pigment treatment?

Everyday outings are usually fine right away if you wear sunscreen and a hat. For a few weeks afterward, skin is UV-sensitive and pigment returns easily. Mention any holidays or outdoor plans when booking a session in the Anyang·Gwacheon area.

Can melasma that appeared during pregnancy be treated?

During pregnancy, care usually centers on sun protection rather than laser or oral medication. It may fade after childbirth, or it may remain. The usual order is to discuss starting treatment in the Anyang·Gwacheon area once childbirth and breastfeeding are over.

Which season is a good time to start pigment treatment?

Many start in autumn or winter when UV is weaker, but other seasons work with good sun protection. What matters more is keeping up sun care throughout treatment. When booking in the Anyang·Gwacheon area, mention summer holidays and outdoor exercise habits.

How many clinics were compared for Melasma & pigmentation consultations in Anyang·Gwacheon?

We compared 55 dermatology clinics in Anyang·Gwacheon on the same criteria; 평촌고운세상피부과의원 ranks first and 초이스피부과의원 second. Availability and cost of Melasma & pigmentation consultations vary by clinic, so call ahead to confirm scheduling and the doctor.

Final notes

With melasma and pigmentation, diagnosis, treatment and maintenance go together. Distinguishing pigment types first, then sustaining gentle treatment and sun protection over time, is what delays the next darkening. Once you've chosen a clinic in the Anyang·Gwacheon area that you can visit regularly, decide treatment intensity, medication and the maintenance plan with your doctor before starting.

The 6 dermatology clinics covered here

#1 평촌고운세상피부과의원 (Pyeongchongounsesangpibugwa Uiwon)

Name type
Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
3
Doctors
3
Address
경기 안양시 동안구 시민대로 199 BYC빌딩 3층 (Gyeonggi Anyang-si Dongan-gu Simindae-ro 199 BYCBilding 3Cheung)
Nearest station
—
Phone
031-385-2100
Hours
Mon 10:00–19:30 · Tue–Wed 10:00–19:00 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 10:00–15:00 · Sun Closed
Opened
2004-12
Website
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#2 초이스피부과의원 (Choiseupibugwa Uiwon)

Name type
Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
2
Doctors
3
Address
경기 안양시 동안구 동안로 128 (Gyeonggi Anyang-si Dongan-gu Dongan-ro 128)
Nearest station
—
Phone
031-383-7533
Hours
Mon–Wed 09:30–19:00 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:30–14:00 · Sun Closed
Opened
2002-04
Website
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#3 셀로디피부과의원 (Sellodipibugwa Uiwon)

Name type
Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
2
Doctors
2
Address
경기 안양시 동안구 비산로 18 평촌자이아이파크 1Gate 근린상가 1동 304호 (Gyeonggi Anyang-si Dongan-gu Bisan-ro 18 Pyeongchonjaiaipakeu 1Gate Geullinsang-ga 1Dong 304Ho)
Nearest station
—
Phone
031-465-5575
Hours
Mon 10:00–20:30 · Tue–Wed 10:00–19:30 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:30–15:30 · Sun Closed
Opened
2022-04
Website
Visit

#4 패러다임피부과의원 (Paereodaimpibugwa Uiwon)

Name type
Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
2
Doctors
2
Address
경기 안양시 동안구 흥안대로 516 601호 (Gyeonggi Anyang-si Dongan-gu Heungandae-ro 516 601Ho)
Nearest station
—
Phone
0507-1417-7842
Hours
Mon–Wed 10:00–20:00 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat–Sun 09:30–15:00
Opened
2023-04
Website
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#5 조은피부과의원 (Joeunpibugwa Uiwon)

Name type
Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
1
Doctors
2
Address
경기 과천시 별양상가3로 5 유니온빌딩 2층 202호, 3층 303호 (Gyeonggi Gwacheon-si Byeolyangsangga3Ro 5 Yunionbilding 2Cheung 202Ho, 3Cheung 303Ho)
Nearest station
—
Phone
02-503-3118
Hours
Mon–Tue 09:30–18:30 · Wed–Fri Closed · Sat 09:30–14:00 · Sun Closed
Opened
1986-04
Website
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#6 닥터스피부과의원 과천점 (Dr. Seupibugwa Uiwon Gwacheonjeom)

Name type
Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
2
Doctors
2
Address
경기 과천시 별양상가3로 14 e편한세상시티과천 3층 (Gyeonggi Gwacheon-si Byeolyangsangga3Ro 14 ePyeonhansesangsitigwacheon 3Cheung)
Nearest station
—
Phone
02-504-6575
Hours
Mon 10:00–19:30 · Tue 10:00–20:00 · Wed 10:00–19:30 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:30–15:00 · Sun Closed
Opened
2022-12
Website
Visit

Full list of dermatology clinics in Anyang·Gwacheon (55)

  1. 고은미래의원 (Goeunmirae Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 평촌동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Pyeongchon-dong)
  2. 김영도피부과의원 (Gimyeongdopibugwa Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  3. 김종민피부과의원 (Gimjongminpibugwa Uiwon) · 안양시 만안구 안양동 (Anyang-si Manan-gu Anyang-dong)
  4. 김태균의원 (Gimtaegyun Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 관양동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Gwanyang-dong)
  5. 노블피부과의원 (Nobeulpibugwa Uiwon) · 과천시 별양동 (Gwacheon-si Byeolyang-dong)
  6. 다시봄날의원 (Dasibomnal Uiwon) · 과천시 갈현동 (Gwacheon-si Galhyeon-dong)
  7. 닥터스와니예 의원 (Dr. Seuwaniye Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  8. 닥터스피부과의원 과천점 (Dr. Seupibugwa Uiwon Gwacheonjeom) · 과천시 별양동 (Gwacheon-si Byeolyang-dong)
  9. 닥터지의원 (Dr. Ji Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 관양동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Gwanyang-dong)
  10. 닥터클로버의원 (Dr. Keullobeo Uiwon) · 과천시 별양동 (Gwacheon-si Byeolyang-dong)
  11. 닥터화이트의원 (Dr. White Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 평촌동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Pyeongchon-dong)
  12. 더올의원 (Deool Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 비산동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Bisan-dong)
  13. 데네브의원 (Denebeu Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  14. 데이뷰의원 (Deibyu Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  15. 라마르프리미어의원 (Ramareupeurimieo Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 비산동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Bisan-dong)
  16. 라자로성모의원 (Rajaroseongmo Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  17. 리안피부과의원 (Rianpibugwa Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 관양동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Gwanyang-dong)
  18. 뮤즈의원 (Myujeu Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  19. 미앤미의원 (Miaenmi Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 비산동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Bisan-dong)
  20. 미즈킨의원 (Mijeukin Uiwon) · 과천시 별양동 (Gwacheon-si Byeolyang-dong)
  21. 밀라비의원 (Millabi Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  22. 밴스의원 (Baenseu Uiwon) · 과천시 중앙동 (Gwacheon-si Jungang-dong)
  23. 범계 아이원의원 (Beomgye i Won Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  24. 범계닥터에버스의원 (Beomgye Dr. Ebeoseu Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  25. 범계예쁨주의쁨의원 (Beomgyeyeppeumjuuippeum Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  26. 뷰티온의원 (Byution Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  27. 블리비의원 (Beullibi Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  28. 셀로디피부과의원 (Sellodipibugwa Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 비산동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Bisan-dong)
  29. 아름다운선의원 (Areumdaunseon Uiwon) · 안양시 만안구 안양동 (Anyang-si Manan-gu Anyang-dong)
  30. 아비쥬의원 (Abijyu Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  31. 안양범계샤인엘의원 (Anyangbeomgyesyainel Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  32. 안양피부과의원 (Anyangpibugwa Uiwon) · 안양시 만안구 안양동 (Anyang-si Manan-gu Anyang-dong)
  33. 에스앤비의원 (S Aenbi Uiwon) · 안양시 만안구 안양동 (Anyang-si Manan-gu Anyang-dong)
  34. 예고은피부과의원 (Yegoeunpibugwa Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 관양동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Gwanyang-dong)
  35. 예김피부과의원 (Yegimpibugwa Uiwon) · 안양시 만안구 박달동 (Anyang-si Manan-gu Bakdal-dong)
  36. 오체안피부과의원과천점 (Ocheanpibugwa Uiwon Gwacheonjeom) · 과천시 별양동 (Gwacheon-si Byeolyang-dong)
  37. 유앤미의원 (Yuaenmi Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  38. 유앤아이의원 (Yuaen i Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 비산동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Bisan-dong)
  39. 이브미의원 (Ibeumi Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 비산동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Bisan-dong)
  40. 조은피부과의원 (Joeunpibugwa Uiwon) · 과천시 별양동 (Gwacheon-si Byeolyang-dong)
  41. 체인지유피부과의원 (Cheinjiyupibugwa Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  42. 초이스피부과의원 (Choiseupibugwa Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  43. 크림의원 (Keurim Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 비산동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Bisan-dong)
  44. 타토아의원 (Tatoa Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  45. 톡스앤필의원 (Tokseuaenpil Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  46. 톤즈의원 안양 (Tonjeu Uiwon Anyang) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  47. 패러다임피부과의원 (Paereodaimpibugwa Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 관양동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Gwanyang-dong)
  48. 평촌고운세상피부과의원 (Pyeongchongounsesangpibugwa Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 비산동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Bisan-dong)
  49. 평촌수피부과의원 (Pyeongchonsupibugwa Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 관양동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Gwanyang-dong)
  50. 포에버의원 (Poebeo Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  51. 한결피부과의원 (Hangyeolpibugwa Uiwon) · 안양시 만안구 안양동 (Anyang-si Manan-gu Anyang-dong)
  52. 한나이브외과의원 (Hannaibeu Oegwa Uiwon) · 안양시 만안구 안양동 (Anyang-si Manan-gu Anyang-dong)
  53. 해소아청소년과피부과의원 (Haesoacheongsonyeongwapibugwa Uiwon) · 안양시 만안구 안양동 (Anyang-si Manan-gu Anyang-dong)
  54. 홍피부과의원 (Hongpibugwa Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 호계동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Hogye-dong)
  55. J&C피부과의원 (J&Cpibugwa Uiwon) · 안양시 동안구 비산동 (Anyang-si Dongan-gu Bisan-dong)

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