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Fotona Er:YAG

Fotona Er:YAG in Seoul — laser care for texture and resurfacing

An Er:YAG laser acting on water in the skin, with different resurfacing or heating modes.

It may be considered for texture, fine lines or selected scars, according to the mode and assessment. At Glassy, your dermatologist plans the area, intensity or product around your skin and goals, with comfort considered throughout.

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A closer look

Meet the technology.

The principle

Er:YAG energy is absorbed by water in skin. Mode and settings determine the heating or resurfacing effect.

The delivery

The dermatologist selects depth and pattern, with protective eyewear and appropriate comfort measures.

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Technology & how it works

Fotona Er:YAG

An Er:YAG laser acting on water in the skin, with different resurfacing or heating modes.

Er:YAG energy is absorbed by water in skin. Mode and settings determine the heating or resurfacing effect.

The dermatologist selects depth and pattern, with protective eyewear and appropriate comfort measures.

Fotona is a platform name. A particular multi-step protocol or machine model is not automatically included.

Official sources

Fotona Er:YAG at a glance

  • Technology:
    Er:YAG mode selected for the concern
  • May help with:
    texture, fine lines or selected scars, according to the mode and assessment.
  • Areas:
    Selected facial or body areas; delicate zones need a separate plan.
  • Comfort:
    Warmth, stinging or tenderness. Resurfacing may need more comfort support.
  • Performed by:
    A board-certified dermatologist (Korea).
  • Downtime:
    Redness, peeling and a healing period depend on how the laser is used.

How we do it at Glassy Skin Clinic

  • In English:
    Our board-certified dermatologists, Dr. Judy, Dr. Max, Dr. Sunny and Dr. Sophie, consult and treat in English.
  • No sedation:
    We adjust comfort as we go. Warmth, stinging or tenderness. Resurfacing may need more comfort support.
  • Careful preparation:
    We assess your skin, check previous treatments and agree the treatment area and comfort plan before starting.
  • A private room:
    Time is planned for assessment, preparation and treatment in a private room. Confirm your total appointment time with the clinic.

Who is it for?

It may suit you if you are looking for help with:

  • texture, fine lines or selected scars, according to the mode and assessment.
  • Selected facial or body areas; delicate zones need a separate plan.

Fotona is a platform name. A particular multi-step protocol or machine model is not automatically included.

Downtime, aftercare and side effects

  • Downtime:
    Redness, peeling and a healing period depend on how the laser is used.
  • During treatment:
    Warmth, stinging or tenderness. Resurfacing may need more comfort support.
  • Aftercare:
    Ask when to restart makeup, exfoliating products and your usual skincare. Protect treated skin from the sun and follow the care plan given for your procedure.
  • If you are concerned:
    Contact the clinic if symptoms are worsening or do not match the advice you were given.

Infection, scarring and lighter or darker patches of skin are possible. Follow the specific wound-care plan.

Who should not have it?

Your dermatologist checks suitability before treatment. Tell us if you:

  • Have an active infection, broken skin or a new unexplained rash in the area.
  • Have a known allergy to a proposed product or numbing medicine.
  • Take medicines, have a medical condition, or have had recent treatment in the same area.
  • Are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor will discuss whether to postpone the proposed procedure.

Fotona is a platform name. A particular multi-step protocol or machine model is not automatically included.

How much does it cost?

We confirm your exact price at consultation, before any treatment. All our prices include 10% VAT.

Your plan depends on the area, product or device, and any combined care. Ask the clinic for the total before deciding.

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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

What is Fotona Er:YAG?

An Er:YAG laser acting on water in the skin, with different resurfacing or heating modes.

Is Er:YAG always a strong peel?

No. Modes and settings affect skin differently. Ask whether your plan removes surface skin and what healing it requires.

How many sessions will I need?

The number of visits and spacing are personalized. We discuss a starting plan and review your response before recommending further treatment.

Can I combine it with another treatment?

Tell the clinic what you have recently had and what you are planning. Combining procedures is a separate decision; it depends on your skin, the products and the time available for recovery.

References

Product and treatment information from the sources below, checked 28 October 2026. Manufacturer descriptions explain the technology; they do not promise an individual result. Product uses and authorization differ by country.

  1. Fotona · Er:YAG skin resurfacing
  2. American Society of Plastic Surgeons · Laser skin resurfacing
  3. American Society of Plastic Surgeons · Laser skin resurfacing recovery

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