Acne Pigmentation
“Step-by-step care for PIE (red spots) and PIH (brown spots) left after acne”
INTRODUCTION
There are two types of pigmentation that remain after acne subsides. PIE (red spots, post-inflammatory erythema) is vascular, while PIH (brown pigmentation, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation) is melanogenic. Each requires separate care with different lasers for effective treatment.
APPROACH
How it works
1) PIE (red spots) is treated with VBeam 595nm PDL for vascular calming, 2) PIH (brown spots) is treated with Clarity II or Fotona StarWalker toning for pigment breakdown, 3) Step-by-step improvement with 3-5 sessions at intervals of 4-6 weeks.
RECOMMENDED FOR
Recommended
for you
- 01
Those whose acne has subsided but have lingering red marks
- 02
Those concerned about brown pigmentation after acne
- 03
Those who have visible marks but not scars
- 04
Those with marks that show even with makeup
- 05
Those who can receive step-by-step improvement
PROCESS
From consultation to recovery
in one flow
01
Precise Consult
We diagnose skin texture, tone, and volume, then design treatment intensity around your rhythm of life.
02
Tailored Treatment
After topical anesthesia, cartridges, energy, and shot count are adjusted to your skin thickness and response.
03
Recovery Care
Immediate post-treatment soothing and a home-care guide — with a follow-up schedule as needed.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How can I distinguish between PIE and PIH?+
Medical professionals accurately diagnose using glass plate pressure tests and Wood's lamp examinations. PIE fades when pressed, while PIH remains unchanged.
Q. Should I receive both treatments together?+
If both are present, the two treatments will be distributed across sessions.
Q. What is the downtime?+
Both treatments have almost no downtime.
Q. Will it recur?+
If new acne forms, pigmentation may return, so managing active acne is a priority.