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Melasma & pigmentation in Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong: 38 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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
#1창조피부과의원Changjopibugwa UiwonDermatology clinic (피부과의원)22—남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)Visit052-261-0056
#2고운피부과의원Gounpibugwa UiwonDermatology clinic (피부과의원)22—남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)Visit0507-1449-3102
#3채영수피부과의원Chaeyeongsupibugwa UiwonDermatology clinic (피부과의원)12—남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)Visit052-261-0778
#4엄피부과의원Eompibugwa UiwonDermatology clinic (피부과의원)11—남구 무거동 (Nam-gu Mugeo-dong)—052-249-5255
#5밀크피부과의원Milkeupibugwa UiwonDermatology clinic (피부과의원)12—남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)Visit052-258-9997
#6울산베스트피부과의원Ulsan Best Pibugwa UiwonDermatology clinic (피부과의원)11—남구 무거동 (Nam-gu Mugeo-dong)Visit052-225-1750

The table and cards show the top 6 in the Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong area, mention summer holidays and outdoor exercise habits.

How many clinics were compared for Melasma & pigmentation consultations in Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong?

We compared 38 dermatology clinics in Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong on the same criteria; 창조피부과의원 ranks first and 고운피부과의원 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 Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong 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 창조피부과의원 (Changjopibugwa Uiwon)

Name type
Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
2
Doctors
2
Address
울산 남구 삼산로267번길 8 3층 (Ulsan Nam-gu Samsallo267Beongil 8 3Cheung)
Nearest station
—
Phone
052-261-0056
Hours
Mon–Wed 09:30–19:00 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:30–14:00 · Sun Closed
Opened
1998-02
Website
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#2 고운피부과의원 (Gounpibugwa Uiwon)

Name type
Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
2
Doctors
2
Address
울산 남구 삼산로 274 더블유센터 9층 (Ulsan Nam-gu Samsan-ro 274 Deobeulyusenteo 9Cheung)
Nearest station
—
Phone
0507-1449-3102
Hours
Mon–Tue 09:30–19:00 · Wed–Fri Closed · Sat 09:30–14:30 · Sun Closed
Opened
2007-08
Website
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#3 채영수피부과의원 (Chaeyeongsupibugwa Uiwon)

Name type
Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
1
Doctors
2
Address
울산 남구 삼산로 273 삼산타워 8층 (Ulsan Nam-gu Samsan-ro 273 Samsantawo 8Cheung)
Nearest station
—
Phone
052-261-0778
Hours
Mon–Wed 09:30–19:00 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:30–15:00 · Sun Closed
Opened
2010-03
Website
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#4 엄피부과의원 (Eompibugwa Uiwon)

Name type
Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
1
Doctors
1
Address
울산 남구 북부순환도로 24 4층 (Ulsan Nam-gu Bukbusunhwando-ro 24 4Cheung)
Nearest station
—
Phone
052-249-5255
Hours
Mon–Tue 09:30–18:00 · Wed–Fri Closed · Sat 09:10–12:30 · Sun Closed
Opened
1998-04

#5 밀크피부과의원 (Milkeupibugwa Uiwon)

Name type
Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
1
Doctors
2
Address
울산 남구 삼산로 270 5층 (Ulsan Nam-gu Samsan-ro 270 5Cheung)
Nearest station
—
Phone
052-258-9997
Hours
Mon Closed · Tue–Wed 10:00–19:30 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:00–14:30 · Sun Closed
Opened
2018-03
Website
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#6 울산베스트피부과의원 (Ulsan Best Pibugwa Uiwon)

Name type
Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
1
Doctors
1
Address
울산 남구 대학로 138 신정빌딩 2F (Ulsan Nam-gu Daehak-ro 138 Sinjeongbilding 2F)
Nearest station
—
Phone
052-225-1750
Hours
Mon 09:30–18:30 · Tue 09:30–20:00 · Wed 09:30–18:30 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:30–15:30 · Sun Closed
Opened
2016-03
Website
Visit

Full list of dermatology clinics in Samsan·Seongnam·Mugeo·Sinjeong (38)

  1. 고운피부과의원 (Gounpibugwa Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  2. 공업탑강남피부과의원 (Gongeop Top Gangnampibugwa Uiwon) · 남구 신정동 (Nam-gu Sinjeong-dong)
  3. 나사렛피부과의원 (Nasaretpibugwa Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  4. 나의계절의원 울산 (Nauigyejeol Uiwon Ulsan) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  5. 녹십자의원 (Noksipja Uiwon) · 남구 신정동 (Nam-gu Sinjeong-dong)
  6. 디렉터의원 (Direkteo Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  7. 라엘라의원 (Raella Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  8. 루니아의원 (Runia Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  9. 르네상스의원 (Reunesangseu Uiwon) · 남구 신정동 (Nam-gu Sinjeong-dong)
  10. 메이린의원울산점 (Meirin Uiwon Ulsanjeom) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  11. 미소드림의원 (Miso Dream Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  12. 미앤미의원 (Miaenmi Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  13. 밀크피부과의원 (Milkeupibugwa Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  14. 바노바기의원 (Banobagi Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  15. 바로그의원 (Barogeu Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  16. 박화정의원 (Bakwajeong Uiwon) · 남구 신정동 (Nam-gu Sinjeong-dong)
  17. 밴스의원울산 (Baenseu Uiwon Ulsan) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  18. 뷰티온의원 (Byution Uiwon) · 남구 무거동 (Nam-gu Mugeo-dong)
  19. 블리비의원 (Beullibi Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  20. 서울에이치피부과의원 (Seouleichipibugwa Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  21. 센텀쁘띠의원 (Senteomppeutti Uiwon) · 남구 무거동 (Nam-gu Mugeo-dong)
  22. 스노우의원 (Seunou Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  23. 아로마벨피부과의원 (Aromabelpibugwa Uiwon) · 중구 성남동 (Jung-gu Seongnam-dong)
  24. 아르떼의원 (Areutte Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  25. 아우라의원 (Aura Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  26. 애플의원 (Aepeul Uiwon) · 남구 신정동 (Nam-gu Sinjeong-dong)
  27. 엄피부과의원 (Eompibugwa Uiwon) · 남구 무거동 (Nam-gu Mugeo-dong)
  28. 에시르의원 (Esireu Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  29. 엘리스의원 (Elliseu Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  30. 오드리의원 (Odeuri Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  31. 우정피부과의원 (Ujeongpibugwa Uiwon) · 남구 신정동 (Nam-gu Sinjeong-dong)
  32. 울산베스트피부과의원 (Ulsan Best Pibugwa Uiwon) · 남구 무거동 (Nam-gu Mugeo-dong)
  33. 울산쁘띠여기의원 (Ulsanppeuttiyeogi Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  34. 정피부과의원 (Jeongpibugwa Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  35. 참좋은 피부과 (Chamjoheun Pibugwa) · 남구 신정동 (Nam-gu Sinjeong-dong)
  36. 창조피부과의원 (Changjopibugwa Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  37. 채영수피부과의원 (Chaeyeongsupibugwa Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)
  38. 화이트듀의원 (White Dyu Uiwon) · 남구 삼산동 (Nam-gu Samsan-dong)

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