Pore Laser Treatment in Jongno & Myeongdong Pore laser treatment in Seoul, refined.
Pore laser treatment uses fractional laser, fractional CO2 or Potenza microneedle radiofrequency to stimulate collagen around enlarged pores, making them look smaller and skin smoother. It works over a course of sessions. At Obliv Seoul Origin in Jongno, central Seoul, a physician maps your pores with Mark-Vu imaging before choosing an option.
Pore Laser Treatment, in brief.
The essentials, answered plainly. Your physician confirms what applies to your skin at consultation.
Ask a physician- What it is
- A collagen-remodelling approach to enlarged pores using fractional laser, fractional CO2 or microneedle RF.
- Best for
- Enlarged pores on the cheeks and nose, rough texture, oily skin and pores with mild acne scarring.
- How it works
- Controlled micro-injury and heat in the dermis prompt new collagen, firming the walls around each pore.
- Skin layer treated
- Epidermis to mid dermis — where pore walls and supporting collagen sit.
- Treatment time
- About 20–40 minutes, plus 30–40 minutes of numbing cream.
- Downtime
- Potenza: redness and pinpoint marks for 1–3 days. Fractional CO2: redness and crusting for about 5–7 days.
- Results
- Pores look gradually finer and texture smoother over 1–3 months.
- Typical course
- Usually 3–5 sessions about 4–6 weeks apart, with maintenance as advised.
Why do pores look enlarged?
Pores look bigger when oil production is high, when the skin around them loses collagen and elasticity with age, or when acne has left the pore walls stretched or scarred. Often it is a mix of all three.
No treatment closes pores, and they should not be closed. The aim is to firm the surrounding skin so each pore looks smaller and smoother , and to calm the oil and inflammation that make them more visible.
In our Skin Architecture approach, pores are read as a dermal concern. Mark-Vu imaging shows pore size and distribution so progress can be compared visit by visit.
Which pore treatment is right for me?
Your physician chooses based on what is driving your pores, your skin type and how much downtime you can take.
- Potenza microneedle RF: fine needles deliver RF heat into the dermis; good for pores with oiliness or acne, short downtime
- Fractional CO2: ablative microcolumns for stretched or scarred pores and texture; more downtime, stronger effect per session
- Non-ablative fractional laser: gentler resurfacing with less visible downtime (device availability confirmed at consultation)
- Supporting care: skin boosters or Rejuran to improve overall skin quality alongside laser
What happens on the day?
You meet a physician first. After Mark-Vu imaging and consultation, numbing cream is applied, then the chosen device is used across the treatment zones.
- Consultation and Mark-Vu pore imaging with a physician
- Numbing cream (around 30–40 minutes)
- Treatment with the chosen device (around 20–40 minutes)
- Cooling, soothing care and written aftercare in English
- Session recorded in the Skin Library to track pore changes
Aftercare, sun protection and travel
Expect redness and a warm, tight feeling for a day or two after microneedle RF, and longer after fractional CO2. Use gentle skincare, avoid active acids, retinoids and scrubs for about a week, and skip saunas and hard exercise for a couple of days.
Sun protection is essential while the skin heals, and darker skin types carry a higher risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, so settings are adjusted accordingly. If you are staying near Myeongdong for a short trip, Potenza is usually the easier option to fit around a flight.
Pore laser is usually postponed during pregnancy, with active infection or inflamed acne in the area, after recent tanning, or within several months of isotretinoin. Your physician will check this at consultation.
Potenza microneedle RF vs fractional CO2 for pores
| Potenza (microneedle RF) | Fractional CO2 | |
|---|---|---|
| How it works | RF heat delivered via fine needles | Ablative laser microcolumns |
| Best for | Oily skin, pores with active acne tendency | Stretched or scarred pores, rough texture |
| Downtime | Redness and pinpoint marks, 1–3 days | Redness and crusting, about 5–7 days |
| Typical course | 3–5 sessions, about 4 weeks apart | 2–4 sessions, 4–8 weeks apart |
| Travel-friendly | Easier to fit into a short stay | Needs about a week to heal |
Concerns pore 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 Pore Laser Treatment suits your skin — or what would suit it better.
Start a WhatsApp enquiry
Pore Laser Treatment — asked & answered.
General information only. Your physician will advise on what is right for your skin.
Ask your own questionCan laser shrink pores permanently?
Pores cannot be closed, but they can look smaller for a long time as collagen around them improves. Oil, ageing and sun gradually affect them again, so occasional maintenance helps.
How many sessions do I need?
Usually 3–5 sessions about 4–6 weeks apart. Your physician will compare Mark-Vu images to judge progress.
Does it hurt?
Numbing cream is applied for 30–40 minutes first. Most people feel heat and prickling that is manageable.
Which option is best before a flight?
Potenza microneedle RF usually settles within 1–3 days, so it is easier to fit into a short visit. Fractional CO2 needs about a week before you fly or attend an event.
Can I treat pores and acne scars together?
Often, yes. The same devices improve both, and your physician can set depth and passes to address pores and scarring in one plan.
Can I come in the evening after work or sightseeing?
Yes — weekday hours run until 21:00, and we are open 10:00–19:00 at weekends. Book a time on WhatsApp; same-day treatment depends on availability and physician assessment.
Related treatments.
Fractional Laser
Microscopic laser columns that resurface scars, pores, texture and fine lines.
Read more → Texture · ResurfacingCO2 Laser
Ablative laser for removing small growths and fractional resurfacing of scars and texture.
Read more → Texture · ResurfacingAcne Scar Laser
Fractional CO2 and Potenza microneedle RF, planned by scar type over a course.
Read more → Texture · ResurfacingFraxel Laser
Non-ablative fractional resurfacing for texture, pores, fine lines and sun-damaged tone.
Read more → Skin RenewalPore Treatment
Enlarged pores treated by cause — microneedle RF, laser or boosters, chosen from imaging.
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Pico, toning, CO2 and fractional lasers — chosen by a physician for your skin and stay.
Read more →Visit the maison.
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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.
