Erbium YAG (Contour TRL · Action 2)
Also known as: Contour TRL, Erbium:YAG. Contour TRL
Korean name: 어븀야그, 액션2
About this procedure
An erbium laser that precisely removes damaged skin layers and applies heat to deeper layers to induce collagen production. The manufacturer states that Contour TRL can adjust intensity for both shallow 'nano laser peel' and deep full-face ablation removing over 100 microns.
Who it's for
Signs of aging and sun damage, scars, deep wrinkles
Effect
Aimed at skin regeneration and wrinkle improvement, with effects varying by individual
Procedure time
Approximately 1 hour total including anesthetic cream and recovery care (based on hospital guidelines). Data separating pure procedure (irradiation) time is not confirmed.
Anesthesia
Topical (30-40 minutes application is typical — as it is ablative, there is pain, so sufficient anesthetic cream is applied before proceeding)
Downtime
Varies significantly by intensity — nano laser peel 1-2 days, micro/deep 5-10 days, full-face ablation reported as 2-4 weeks (comprehensive data from Contour TRL manufacturer and treatment institutions)
Recommended stay in Korea
5-7 days (ablative laser) (general guideline, hospital confirmation needed). Actual schedule to be confirmed during hospital consultation.
Alternative procedures
CO2 Fraxel — both are ablative, and erbium is known to cause relatively less thermal damage (quantitative comparison data not confirmed)