Fraxel Laser in Jongno & Myeongdong Fraxel laser in Seoul, explained.
Fraxel is a brand of non-ablative fractional laser, using 1550 nm and 1927 nm wavelengths to renew texture, pores, fine lines and sun-damaged tone without removing the skin surface. At Obliv Seoul Origin in Jongno, central Seoul, a physician advises whether Fraxel-type treatment suits you; availability of the specific device is confirmed at consultation.
Fraxel Laser, in brief.
The essentials, answered plainly. Your physician confirms what applies to your skin at consultation.
Ask a physician- What it is
- Fraxel is a trademarked non-ablative fractional laser; similar devices work on the same principle.
- Best for
- Rough texture, enlarged pores, fine lines, mild acne scars and sun-damaged, uneven tone.
- How it works
- Microscopic columns of heat stimulate collagen remodelling while the skin surface stays intact.
- Wavelengths
- 1550 nm reaches deeper for texture and scars; 1927 nm works closer to the surface for tone and sun damage.
- Skin layer treated
- Epidermis (1927 nm) and dermis (1550 nm).
- Treatment time
- About 20–30 minutes, plus around 40–60 minutes of numbing cream.
- Downtime
- Redness and swelling for about 2–3 days, then a bronzed, flaky look for several days.
- Typical course
- Usually 3–5 sessions about 4 weeks apart.
What is Fraxel and how does it work?
Fraxel is one of the best-known names in non-ablative fractional resurfacing. The laser heats thousands of microscopic columns in the skin, leaving the surface intact and the skin between columns untouched, so recovery is faster than with ablative lasers.
As the treated columns heal, old pigmented cells are shed and new collagen forms. Texture, pores and fine lines improve gradually over a course, rather than dramatically after one session.
Fraxel is a trademark. On this page we use the term "Fraxel-type non-ablative fractional laser" for this category of treatment; your physician will confirm which device is used for you at consultation.
Fraxel or fractional CO2 — which do I need?
Fractional CO2 is ablative: stronger per session, with about a week of crusting. Fraxel-type lasers are gentler, with shorter downtime but usually more sessions.
For deeper acne scars, CO2 or Potenza microneedle RF may be more effective; for texture, pores, fine lines and sun-damaged tone, a non-ablative approach is often a good fit. Your physician will recommend what suits your skin and timeline.
- Fine lines and crepey texture
- Enlarged pores and roughness
- Sun damage and dull, uneven tone
- Mild acne scarring
- Skin that needs a gentler resurfacing option
What happens on the day?
You meet a physician first, who reviews Mark-Vu imaging and confirms the device and settings. Numbing cream is applied for comfort, and cooling is used during treatment.
- Consultation and Mark-Vu imaging with a physician
- Numbing cream (around 40–60 minutes)
- Laser treatment (around 20–30 minutes for the face)
- Cooling, soothing care and written aftercare in English
- Settings recorded in the Skin Library
Recovery, sun protection and travel
Skin feels like a sunburn for the first evening, with redness and swelling for about 2–3 days. Over the following days it may look bronzed and feel sandpapery as tiny treated columns flake away; moisturise well and let it shed naturally.
Strict sun protection is needed for several weeks. Darker skin tones have a higher risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, so settings are adjusted. If you are visiting Seoul — perhaps staying near Myeongdong — allow at least 3–5 days before a flight or important event.
Fraxel-type laser is usually postponed during pregnancy, with active infection or cold sores, after recent tanning, within several months of isotretinoin, or with a tendency to keloid scarring. Your physician will check this at consultation.
Fraxel-type laser vs fractional CO2
| Fraxel-type (non-ablative) | Fractional CO2 (ablative) | |
|---|---|---|
| Skin surface | Left intact | Tissue removed in microcolumns |
| Best for | Texture, pores, fine lines, sun damage | Deeper scars, marked texture |
| Downtime | Redness and flaking, about 2–5 days | Redness and crusting, about 5–7 days |
| Strength per session | Gentler | Stronger |
| Typical course | 3–5 sessions, about 4 weeks apart | 1–3+ sessions, 4–8 weeks apart |
Concerns Fraxel-type laser is chosen for
From first message to follow-up.
Consultation, plan and aftercare are handled in English — whether you live in Seoul or are here for a few days.
Message us on WhatsApp with your concerns and travel dates. We reply with availability.
Mark-Vu imaging and a physician consultation identify which skin layer is involved.
A clear plan and pricing before anything begins — often on the same day when appropriate.
Written aftercare, and your records kept in our Skin Library for your next visit.
Not sure it is right for you?
Send a photo and a few lines about your concern. A physician-led team will tell you whether Fraxel Laser suits your skin — or what would suit it better.
Start a WhatsApp enquiry
Fraxel Laser — asked & answered.
General information only. Your physician will advise on what is right for your skin.
Ask your own questionDo you offer Fraxel at the clinic?
Your physician will advise whether Fraxel-type non-ablative fractional resurfacing suits you, and availability of the specific Fraxel-branded device is confirmed at consultation. Ask our concierge on WhatsApp before you book if the brand matters to you.
How many Fraxel sessions are needed?
Usually 3–5 sessions about 4 weeks apart. Results build gradually as collagen remodels over the following months.
Does Fraxel hurt?
Numbing cream and cooling keep it manageable; most people feel heat and prickling. Skin feels warm, like a sunburn, for a few hours afterwards.
Can I fly after Fraxel?
Yes — but allow about 3–5 days before a flight or event so redness and swelling settle. Keep moisturising and use sunscreen during travel.
Is Fraxel good for melasma?
Not usually as a first choice. Melasma can flare with heat, so gentle toning is normally preferred; your physician will advise.
Where is the clinic?
Pagoda Tower, 1st–2nd floor, 93 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno — about five minutes' walk from Jonggak, Jongno 3-ga and Euljiro stations, near Insadong and Cheonggyecheon Stream.
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Pagoda Tower, 1st–2nd floor
93 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
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Line 2 — Euljiro 1-ga, Euljiro 3-ga
Line 3 — Jongno 3-ga, Euljiro 3-ga
Medical information on this page is for general education and does not replace an in-person consultation. Results, downtime and suitability vary between individuals; all treatments are performed only after physician assessment. Page reviewed by the Obliv Seoul Origin medical team.
